Website:    www.fasny.com/scholarship

Award amount:     $1,500 (25 awards)

Eligibility:     Graduating senior pursuing college; member in good standing with FASNY (or have parent/guardian of same); serve as junior firefighter; demonstrate committment to volunteer EMS and community.

Requirements:     Resume, two letters of recommendation, proof of college acceptance, essay, digital photo.

Award Amount:     $1000 each (multiple awards available)

Application Location:     https://zontajamestown.org/scholarships-and-awards/

The attachment above is a sample of the application only; please use the application available on their website. The web version provides a document you can complete on the computer.

This attachment also does not state Pine Valley students are eligible, but the webpage does state we are eligible to apply. 

Eligibility:    Graduating female seniors who intend to continue their education and enter a profession (includes business).

Website:    HERE 

Eligibility:     for a special education student who is college bound. 

Requirements:     Complete an application and essay.

Award Amount:    $5000

Website:    HERE

Eligibility:     Graduating senior pursuing further education; should demonstrate a record of involvement and work for a cause or organization that actively promotes social justice, equal opportunity, relief of human suffering or similar aspirations. 

Website:    HERE

Eligibility:    To a student who has demonstrated an inspired imagination and creative aesthetic in his or her school career, who is seeking an opportunity to attend college.

Requirements:     Application and essay

Award amount:     $1000 (2 awards available)

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.

For a directions page: open this link- NCCC directions

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, 2021

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.

Eligibility:     High School senior pursuing a degree in elementary education or business. Acceptance at a college/university in Chautauqua County. Volunteerism. Leadership qualities.

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

Eligibility:    High school senior pursuing a Registered Nursing degree at a college or university. High school GPA must be equal to or greater than 2.5. Financial need must be demonstrated.

Return your application to the PV Counseling Office to forward to the sponsor.

The flyer attached is for last year and is just for informational purposes. Please access the application via the web link below.

Website:  http://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=crcfonlinescholarship

Award Amount:      $250

Eligibility:     Students who have been in the 4-H Hog program for three years. Student must be majoring in Agriculture, Business, Education or Vocational Studies; "B" average or better; 4-H member.

Requirements:     Completed application, copy of report card.

Award amount:     $500 (2 awards available)

Eligibility:     Senior graduating from high school and pursuing education in law enforcement, firefighting, or emergency medical services. Volunteer service is also reviewed.

Return your application to the PV Counseling Office to forward to the sponsor.

Eligibility:   Graduating seniors planning to attend a trade school, or earning a degree in manufacturing technology, auto technology or auto body repair

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

Award Amount:    $250  (2 awards possible)

Eligibility:    Students pursuing a CNA certification. LPNs and other healthcare paraprofessionals may also be considered. For students who are planning a career working with the elderly or people in need of hands-on care.

Requirements:     List of community service activities

The flyer attached is for last year and is just for informational purposes. Please access the application via the web link below.

Website:  http://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=crcfonlinescholarship

Award amount:   unknown

Eligibility:   For students who has a minimum of three successful years in the Chautauqua County 4-H Beef Program. Student must also have an additional two years of 4-H and/or FFA activities. Preference will be given to students pursuing studies in livestock or an agricultural related field.

Requirements:   Complete application, transcript and copies of documentation of participation in the 4-H Beef Program.

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

Eligibility:    Graduating senior who was in foster care at some point in their life; 17 years old; continuing education at a university, college or trade school

This ONE application actually applies you to FOUR scholarships.

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

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. 

Website for Application:      www.cfgbscholarships.org 

Award amount:     Varies on individual basis

Eligibility:     Seniors with a HS GPA of 2.0, accepted to an accredited non-profit college for full-time enrollment in an undergraduate program; permanent resident of WNY. 

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.

   Attachment is informational only- all applications must be completed online in the timeline above.

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. Chase

Transcript Required!    Return your completed application to Mrs. Chase.

Award amount:   $500 (3 awards available)

Eligibility:   Applicant must reside in Chautauqua County, enrolling in a SUNY school or JBC. Preference given to those currently involved in Public Service. Courses of study should include those related to public service (Gov, Civics, Politics, Public Service). GPA of 3.0 or greater. Financial need considered.

DUE Date Note: Return to Mrs. Chase five days prior to deadline so the entire application can be mailed/received on time

Award Amount:     $250

Eligibility:    Graduating seniors who are accepted into a school of nursing

Requirements:   Application form, acceptance letter & essay

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

The attached page lists a variety of scholarships available with links to the application or information pages. These are nationwide scholarship opportunities, so keep in mind that you could be competing with thousands of other students.