GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time students in a baccalaureate degree, associate degree, or vocational/technical certification program.

4/30

($3,000) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

($1,000) - Complete the application form including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500-$10,000) - Applicants must be of Hispanic origin and/or must significantly demonstrate leadership or service within the Hispanic community.

4/30

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members who have at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit a 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women in particular to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

($200 - $100,000) - For students aged 4 to 18. Must collaborate to solve a real-life problem.

5/1

($1,000-$3,500) – For HS seniors graduating from high schools in Clark or Cowlitz counties.

5/27

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Applicant must be under the age of 21, as of September 1, 2022
• Applicant be actively pursuing post-secondary education
• Applicant must be eligible for McKinney-Vento assistance or have experienced
homelessness while in school within the last six years
• Undocumented students who meet these criteria are eligible
• Parameters on homeless status are defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act.

5/27

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/31

For American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

This 9-month college pipeline program hosted by the UW Foster School of Business. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship.

5/31

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

($1,500) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.

5/31

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem', in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge.

5/31

($1,000) – For American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing degrees in the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology. Students are required to submit 3 essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

For atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

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April 22, 2022

Community Resource Newsletter

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April 22, 2022

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April 19, 2022

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

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April 19, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

2022 #PlanYourPathWA Student Video Contest. Ready WA is launching their seventh annual student video contest to ignite high school students' thinking and conversations about their education and career goals! Due Apr. 27.
BigFuture Scholarships. All juniors: Make yourself eligible for $500 and $40,000 scholarships each month. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college. The sooner you start and the more steps you complete, the more chances you’ll have to win. This month’s entries will continue to be included in upcoming monthly drawings.
National Institutes of Health’s Speaking Up About Mental Health!” Essay Contest. For students ages 16 to 18. Due Apr. 30.
Educators! Expedition Space Lab Funding Opportunities. The International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory has a unique opportunity for educators and organizations to apply for $10,000 to build an Expedition Space Lab. Grant applications close Apr. 30.
Educators! Applications Are Open to Host A NASA In-Flight Education Downlink. These are opportunities for students and educators to engage in a live Q & A session with astronauts on the International Space Station. Apply by May 10.
Got A Fintech Idea? Win $10,000. Competitors in the second annual statewide FinTech Incubator Challenge can submit their applications and pitch decks until May 17.

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Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time students in a baccalaureate degree, associate degree, or vocational/technical certification program.

4/30

($3,000) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

($1,000) - Complete the application form including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500-$10,000) - Applicants must be of Hispanic origin and/or must significantly demonstrate leadership or service within the Hispanic community.

4/30

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members who have at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit a 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women in particular to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

($200 - $100,000) - For students aged 4 to 18. Must collaborate to solve a real-life problem.

5/1

($1,000-$3,500) – For HS seniors graduating from high schools in Clark or Cowlitz counties.

5/27

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Applicant must be under the age of 21, as of September 1, 2022
• Applicant be actively pursuing post-secondary education
• Applicant must be eligible for McKinney-Vento assistance or have experienced
homelessness while in school within the last six years
• Undocumented students who meet these criteria are eligible
• Parameters on homeless status are defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act.

5/27

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/31

For American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

This 9-month college pipeline program hosted by the UW Foster School of Business. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship.

5/31

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

($1,500) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.

5/31

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem', in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge.

5/31

($1,000) – For American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing degrees in the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology. Students are required to submit 3 essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

For atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

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April 15, 2022

Community Resource Newsletter

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April 15, 2022

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April 12, 2022

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

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April 12, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

2022 #PlanYourPathWA Student Video Contest. Ready WA is launching their seventh annual student video contest to ignite high school students' thinking and conversations about their education and career goals! Due Apr. 27.
BigFuture Scholarships. All juniors: Make yourself eligible for $500 and $40,000 scholarships each month. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college. The sooner you start and the more steps you complete, the more chances you’ll have to win. This month’s entries will continue to be included in upcoming monthly drawings.
National Institutes of Health’s Speaking Up About Mental Health!” Essay Contest. For students ages 16 to 18. Due Apr. 30.
Educators! Applications Are Open to Host A NASA In-Flight Education Downlink. These are opportunities for students and educators to engage in a live Q & A session with astronauts on the International Space Station. Apply by May 10.

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Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

($10,000) - Honoring outstanding young leaders (ages 8-18) currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months.

4/15

Incight Scholarship

($500-$2,500) - For students with disabilities, who have demonstrated outstanding merit in giving back to the community and overcoming obstacles to pursue higher education.

4/15

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time students in a baccalaureate degree, associate degree, or vocational/technical certification program.

4/30

($3,000) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

($1,000) - Complete the application form including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500-$10,000) - Applicants must be of Hispanic origin and/or must significantly demonstrate leadership or service within the Hispanic community.

4/30

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members who have at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit a 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women in particular to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

($200 - $100,000) - For students aged 4 to 18. Must collaborate to solve a real-life problem.

5/1

($1,000-$3,500) – For HS seniors graduating from high schools in Clark or Cowlitz counties.

5/27

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Applicant must be under the age of 21, as of September 1, 2022
• Applicant be actively pursuing post-secondary education
• Applicant must be eligible for McKinney-Vento assistance or have experienced
homelessness while in school within the last six years
• Undocumented students who meet these criteria are eligible
• Parameters on homeless status are defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act.

5/27

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/31

For American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

This 9-month college pipeline program hosted by the UW Foster School of Business. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship.

5/31

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

($1,500) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.

5/31

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem', in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge.

5/31

($1,000) – For American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing degrees in the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology. Students are required to submit 3 essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

For atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

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April 6, 2022

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

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April 6, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

2022 #PlanYourPathWA Student Video Contest. Ready WA is launching their seventh annual student video contest to ignite high school students' thinking and conversations about their education and career goals! Due Apr. 27.
BigFuture Scholarships. All juniors: Make yourself eligible for $500 and $40,000 scholarships each month. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college. The sooner you start and the more steps you complete, the more chances you’ll have to win. This month’s entries will continue to be included in upcoming monthly drawings.
National Institutes of Health’s Speaking Up About Mental Health!” Essay Contest. For students ages 16 to 18. Due Apr. 30.
Educators! Applications Are Open to Host A NASA In-Flight Education Downlink. These are opportunities for students and educators to engage in a live Q & A session with astronauts on the International Space Station. Apply by May 10.



Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

WWIN Star Scholar

Up to $5,000 per academic year and up to $20,000 over her undergraduate college career at the approved WA college or university of her choice. For females 18 and older.

4/9

($10,000) - Honoring outstanding young leaders (ages 8-18) currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months.

4/15

Incight Scholarship

($500-$2,500) - For students with disabilities, who have demonstrated outstanding merit in giving back to the community and overcoming obstacles to pursue higher education.

4/15

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time students in a baccalaureate degree, associate degree, or vocational/technical certification program.

4/30

($3,000) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

($1,000) - Complete the application form including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500-$10,000) - Applicants must be of Hispanic origin and/or must significantly demonstrate leadership or service within the Hispanic community.

4/30

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members who have at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit a 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women in particular to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

($200 - $100,000) - For students aged 4 to 18. Must collaborate to solve a real-life problem.

5/1

($1,000-$3,500) – For HS seniors graduating from high schools in Clark or Cowlitz counties.

5/27

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Applicant must be under the age of 21, as of September 1, 2022
• Applicant be actively pursuing post-secondary education
• Applicant must be eligible for McKinney-Vento assistance or have experienced
homelessness while in school within the last six years
• Undocumented students who meet these criteria are eligible
• Parameters on homeless status are defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act.

5/27

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/31

For American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

This 9-month college pipeline program hosted by the UW Foster School of Business. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship.

5/31

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

($1,500) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.

5/31

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem', in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge.

5/31

($1,000) – For American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing degrees in the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology. Students are required to submit 3 essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

For atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

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March 11, 2022

Community Resource Newsletter

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March 11, 2022

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March 8, 2022

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

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March 8, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships. For HS seniors planning to study engineering, computer science, or computer information systems. Due Mar. 15.
Google Computer Science Summer Institute. Online is a 4-week intro to computer science. For rising college freshmen with a passion for technology- especially students who’ve been historically marginalized from the field. Due Mar. 29.

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Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry.

3/15

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species.

3/15

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork, or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

WAEF Tree Fruit Industry Scholarships

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after they graduate from high school.

3/31

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March 4, 2022

Community Resource Newsletter

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March 4, 2022

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March 1, 2022

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

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March 1, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships. For HS seniors planning to study engineering, computer science, or computer information systems. Due Mar. 15.
Google Computer Science Summer Institute. Online is a 4-week intro to computer science. For rising college freshmen with a passion for technology- especially students who’ve been historically marginalized from the field. Due Mar. 29.



Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

For WA students raised in families with direct ties to the tree fruit industry.

3/1

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

($5,000) - Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields.

3/1

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Scholarships are for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178 cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each.

3/1

Washington State PTA Scholarship

Four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from WA state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.

3/1

AFA Teens Scholarship

This Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual competition for college-bound HS seniors. Write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families, or their communities, and what they have learned considering coping with the brain disorder.

3/1

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-Undergraduate/Associate

Need-based scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen who attend college or career training. Before applying, verify your eligibility. CTE Version--Application available all year. Applications processed monthly.

3/1

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

($100-$1,000) -This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics.

3/3

Sound Credit Union Scholarship

$1,000 individual scholarships. Must be a graduating HS senior who plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college, w/ a min. 3.0 GPS, & be a member of Sound Credit Union.

3/4

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry.

3/15

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species.

3/15

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork, or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

Indian Health Services Scholarships

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after they graduate from high school.

3/31

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February 25, 2022

Community Resource Newsletter

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February 25, 2022

Please click anywhere below to access full version and linked content.

All past newsletters can be accessed on the CRN web page at whatcomabc.org/CRN

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February 24, 2022

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

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February 24, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships. For HS seniors planning to study engineering, computer science, or computer information systems. Due Mar. 15.
Google Computer Science Summer Institute. Online is a 4-week intro to computer science. For rising college freshmen with a passion for technology- especially students who’ve been historically marginalized from the field. Due Mar. 29.



Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students.

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

WAEF Tree Fruit Industry Scholarships

For WA students raised in families with direct ties to the tree fruit industry.

3/1

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

($5,000) - Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields.

3/1

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Scholarships are for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178 cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each.

3/1

Washington State PTA Scholarship

Four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from WA state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.

3/1

AFA Teens Scholarship

This Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual competition for college-bound HS seniors. Write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families, or their communities, and what they have learned considering coping with the brain disorder.

3/1

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-Undergraduate/Associate

Need-based scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen who attend college or career training. Before applying, verify your eligibility. CTE Version--Application available all year. Applications processed monthly.

3/1

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

($100-$1,000) -This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics.

3/3

Sound Credit Union Scholarship

$1,000 individual scholarships. Must be a graduating HS senior who plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college, w/ a min. 3.0 GPS, & be a member of Sound Credit Union.

3/4

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry.

3/15

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species.

3/15

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork, or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after they graduate from high school.

3/31

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February 18, 2022

Community Resource Newsletter

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February 18, 2022

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February 15, 2022

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

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February 15, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

JED’s Student Voice of Mental Health Awards. For HS and college students who are working to reduce prejudice around mental illness and encourage help-seeking among their peers. Due Feb. 18.
Wells Fargo Scholarship Program for People with Disabilities. For HS seniors who have an identified disability (defined as someone who has, or considers themselves to have, a long-term or recurring issue that impacts one or more major life activity) and a min. GPA of 3.0. Due Feb. 18
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships. For HS seniors planning to study engineering, computer science, or computer information systems. Due Mar. 15.
Google Computer Science Summer Institute. Online is a 4-week intro to computer science. For rising college freshmen with a passion for technology- especially students who’ve been historically marginalized from the field. Due Mar. 29.

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Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

($12,500) – For HS students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.

2/16

The Christophers’ Poster Contest

Open to 9-12 graders. Must create an original poster & illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.

2/17

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given to graduating HS students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities.

2/20

Association of Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship

($2,000) - For seniors who plan to study technology. Successful applicants have studied and used technology in innovative ways throughout their high school career and can demonstrate their work through a project. The project itself can take many forms.

2/21

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students.

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

WAEF Tree Fruit Industry Scholarships

For WA students raised in families with direct ties to the tree fruit industry.

3/1

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

($5,000) - Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields.

3/1

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Scholarships are for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178 cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each.

3/1

Washington State PTA Scholarship

Four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from WA state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.

3/1

AFA Teens Scholarship

This Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual competition for college-bound HS seniors. Write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families, or their communities, and what they have learned considering coping with the brain disorder.

3/1

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-Undergraduate/Associate

Need-based scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen who attend college or career training. Before applying, verify your eligibility. CTE Version--Application available all year. Applications processed monthly.

3/1

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

($100-$1,000) -This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics.

3/3

Sound Credit Union Scholarship

$1,000 individual scholarships. Must be a graduating HS senior who plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college, w/ a min. 3.0 GPS, & be a member of Sound Credit Union.

3/4

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry.

3/15

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species.

3/15

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork, or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31