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The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and The Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending an accredited post-secondary institutionopens in a new window.

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and The Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to twenty five (25) current outstanding high school seniors who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or continuous education program. Scholars who are selected, will receive a scholarship up to $10,000.00 for the 2023-2024 academic school year.

Eligibility Requirements: 

• Be currently enrolled as a high school senior for 2022-2023 academic year

• Plan to be a full time student during the 2023-2024 academic year

• Plan to be enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education programopens in a new window during the 2023-2024 academic year
  • Two-year Schools
  • Four-year Schools
  • Vocational/Technical certificate/certification program
• Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher
• Be Pell-Grant eligible
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
• Be a diverse candidate 

• Diverse shall include, but not limited to: 

• Gender 

• Disability 

• Race

• Ethnicity

• Belonging to an underserved community

• Able to demonstrate leadership abilities

• Able to demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence

Award Amount:  $1000 (multiple available)

Application site:  www.charactercouncilwny.org/scholarship

Eligibility:  HS seniors living within the 8 counties of WNY who will be attending an accredited college or trade school.

NOTE: The attachment is an informational flyer only. The application is located at the link provided here. 

Must be postmarked between March 15 and March 31, 2023

Website:  https://www.gardenclubsofwny.com/1000-college-scholarship

Award amount:  $1,000

Eligibility:  Graduating senior entering a program of study in one of the following: AGRICULTURE, BOTANY, CONSERVATION, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, FORESTRY, HORTICULTURE, LAND MANAGEMENT, LANDSCAPE DESIGN, WILDLIFE SCIENCE,  or a related field.

Award Amount:     6 awards of $1000 each and 1 $500

Website:      https://www.westerndivision.org/college-scholarships/#more-3377

Eligibility:     Graduating high school senior enrolling in a 2/4 year college, university or trade school. A student must be a member of the credit union (as of November 3, 2022) OR have a parent/guardian/grandparent who is a member of or who is employed by the credit union.

Requirements:     Application form, essay, letter of recommendation. You MUST TYPE your responses into the application. Use the link above to access the fillable application.

Application Site: http://www.sandycochran.org/forms.html

Award Amount:  $250-1,000

Eligibility:  For HS Seniors pursuing college for FORESTRY, NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND/OR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE.

https://ruppscholarship.com/

Scholarship Application

Award amount:     unknown

Eligibility:      Must reside in Chautauqua County

Requirements:      Must complete a 250 word essay on the following topic: “How I practice environmental conservation at home, in my community, and in the future”. Also required: completed application, college acceptance letter, teacher recommendation, and personal recommendation.

You may also supply photos, illustrations and art work depicting the conservation work you have done.

This ONE application actually applies you to THREE scholarships.

Irving Flaumenbaum
Memorial Scholarship

Pearl Insurance Scholarship

MetLife Scholarship

Application website:    https://cseany.org/scholarships 

Award Amount:     varies $1,000-2,500

Eligibility:     High School seniors who have a parent in a CSEA Union

Transcript Required!    Return completed application to PV Counseling Office before the deadline above.

Please note: parent must have a login to the CSEA website.

Award amount:   $250 (two awards available)

Eligibility:    High school senior continuing their education at a college or university. Involvement in community service. GPA of 78% or better. 

Award Amount:    (2) $1000 awards

Eligibility:     Students must be going to a 2 or 4 year college or technical school and have a GPA of at least 3.0/85%

Requirements:    Application, two references, 250 word essay, brief description of community service and leadership

Application deadline:   Postmarked by April 21, 2023

Application location:   Link below or http://www.wnywea.org/awards_list.aspx

Award amount:  One award each of $1500, $1250, $1000

Eligibility:   Graduating high school senior who plans to enroll in an environmentally related curriculum (such as biology, forestry, chemistry, engineering, water/wastewater treatment, etc.)

Requirements:   Two reference letters (one from a teacher; one from someone not related to you)

Transcript Required!    Return completed application to Mrs. Youngberg 2 days prior to deadline to ensure it is postmarked by deadline.

The Scholarship awards $1000 toward further education for a Chautauqua County gradeuate planning to serve our country as a member if the military, ROTC, or in a supportive civilian capacity.

Please turn in the application to Mrs. Youngberg.  She will send it on once verification is complete.

Available to children and grandchildren of transportation employees.

This scholarship will have two awards of $1000 each. It is being offered to seniors who attend Pine Valley Central School and/or E2CCB P-Tech (Dunkirk Campus). The students awarded with these scholarships must meet the following criteria:
 Be confirmed to be in their senior year and graduating high school this year
 Have a minimum GPA of 2.5
 Be pursuing a career in a trade or attending a vocational school
 Provide one academic reference
 Complete a minimum 250-word essay about themselves, their career goals and how this scholarship will benefit them in achieving their educational/career goals.This award is intended to be utilized for expenses other than tuition such as housing, books, tools needed to enhance their intended career, etc. and will be awarded at graduation to the chosen applicants.

Award amount:     $250 (2 awards available)

Eligibility:    Must have a relative who is a member of the organization , must be attending a college/institution of higher learning in the Fall.

Requirements:    Application from. Applications may be mailed directly to the committee as noted on the application or Mrs. Chase can mail it for you.

NOTE: Application must be RECEIVED by 5/1. Mail at least 5 days prior in order to ensure it is received in time.

FHMS Health Science Award

Open to graduating High School Seniors in Chautauqua County.  Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an accredited college to receive a degree in public health, health science, nursing, or another health related field. Scholarships will be awarded directly to the winners.  Winners will be announced on fhmsmed.com and social media.  

Submite a 500 word personal statement, 2 letters of support, proof of full-time enrollment and show dedication to working in the healthcare field.

This application must be postmarked by the deadline above.

Award amount:   $1,500 (2 awards available)

Eligibility:    Scholarship is intended to assist Veterans, their families, and patriotic students who share the ideals of the American Legion. Awarded based on veteran status (including family members), financial need, scholastic ability, realistic goals, extra-curricular activities and community involvement.

Requirements:    College acceptance letter, application, essay & 2 letters of recommendation.

Transcript Required!   Return completed application to the counseling office prior to the postmark deadline

Award amount:   Two awards of $500 each

Requirement:   Type your responses in the application and email it to Mrs. Youngberg

Transcript Required!    Return your completed application to Mrs. Youngberg

DUE Date Note: Must be postmarked by May 26, 2023, therefore, return to Mrs. Youngberg by May 22 to be mailed on time.

Award Amount:    $500

Eligibility:     All graduating seniors residing in Cattaraugus County who are planning on entering the criminal justice or police science field.

Transcript Required!    Return completed application to PV Counseling Office before the deadline above

www.braillegroup.org

From the homepage, go to Announcements and there will be a link for the Scholarship Application.

Annual scholarship for braille readers.

The Chautauqua County Municipal Clerks Association is sponsoring scholarships to provide financial assistance for continuing education expenses to students who intend to enter Public Service as a career.

1 The scholarship shall be funded by contributions and fund-raising activities.

2 The CCMCA is actively promoting continuing education that may lead to but is not limited
to, a career in local government / public service.

3 All eligible & qualified candidates shall apply through their financial aid and/or guidance office(s) or any member of the Chautauqua County Municipal Clerks Association.

4 The winners of the scholarships shall be declared and the award presented to the recipients at an Association meeting.

Amount: $500.00
Number of Awards: 2 per year
Date of Award: June

Eligibility:
1 Individual must be a resident of Chautauqua County, attending or enrolling in one of the following colleges – JCC, JBC, SUNY Fredonia, Empire State College, ECC, or any other school in New York State.

2 Preference will be given to individuals that are currently involved in Public Service on a part-time or full-time basis.

3 Course(s) of study should be related to Government, Civics, Political Science, or other Public Service related field.

4 GPA of 3.0 or greater.

5 Financial needs shall be a consideration.

Website for Application:    https://www.cattfoundation.org/scholarships

Eligibility:   Students who are continuing their education

How this works:    You are applying to the foundation to receive scholarship money from various sponsors. Your ONE online application covers all of their scholarships. They match you up with the money based upon that one application. Monetary awards are primarily awarded based upon financial need, although certain awards are based on scholastic achievement, service or other requirements. You must be going to college and you must apply for financial aid using the FASFA. This is a super way to receive more financial assistance.

This document has links to many national scholarship options you can explore.