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AGBU US Graduate Scholarship
Sponsor: Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU)
55 East 59th Street
7th Floor
New York, NY 10022-1112
Eligibility: Applicants must be of Armenian heritage, be a full-time student at a U.S. college/university and have earned a minimum 3.5 GPA in undergraduate study.

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: May 01
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.agbu.org

Aurora Central Catholic High School Scholarship Fund in Honor of Father Jerome Leake
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of Aurora Central Catholic High School who are entering the seminary or pursuing a career in the area of religious life, field of education or the social services. A transcript, SAT or ACT scores, the Expected Family Contribution and recommendation letters are required.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 9
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/

Benny Summerlin Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
P.O. Box 1159
Roanoke, VA 24006
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, high school graduates or current college students from a high school in Martinsville City, Henry County or are residents there. Students must be enrolled or plan to enroll in an accredited college or university, majoring in public safety and/or public service. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 13
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwesternva.org/for-students/scholarship-listings/

Chiton Society Scholarship
Sponsor: Stanislaus Community Foundation
100 Sycamore Avenue
Suite 200
Modesto, CA 95354
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating female seniors of Grace M. Davis High School, enrolled in an accredited higher education institution and entering the "helping" profession (i.e. nursing, medicine, teaching, social services, etc.).

Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.stanislauscf.org/scholarships

Christian Care Retirement Community Scholarship
Sponsor: Wells County Foundation Inc.
222 W. Market Street
Bluffton, IN 46714
Eligibility: Applicants must plan to study in the fields of food preparation, medical, recreational therapy or social services and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to current employees of Christian Care Retirement Community and those interested in pursuing a career related to services for the elderly.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.wellscountyfound.org/

Christine Thomas Memorial Foundation
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan
30 Scott's Corners Drive
Suite 203
Montgomery, NY 12549
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Minisink Valley High School senior who plans to continue their education in the fields of psychology, social work, counseling and other social service programs. Students must demonstrate academic achievement, confidence, determination and integrity.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfosny.org/our-funds/scholarships/

Dennis R. Triggs Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Central Illinois
3625 North Sheridan Road
Peoria, IL 61604
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of East Peoria Community High School who are pursuing a continued education at a two- or four-year college or university, majoring in law or public service.

Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfoundationci.org/scholarships/

Diana M. Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Erie Community Foundation
459 West 6th Street
Erie, PA 16507
Eligibility: Applicants must be Corry High School graduating seniors or graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA who are majoring in the field of human services. Preference will be given to social work majors.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.eriecommunityfoundation.org/scholarships

Frank D. Di Cenzo and Mary Ciamacco Di Cenzo Memorial Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Pittsburgh Foundation
Five PPG Place
Suite 250
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Eligibility: Applicants must attend Sto-Rox or Montour High Schools as graduating seniors and reside in McKees Rocks or Kennedy Township. Students must pursue a degree or studies in teaching, health, law, clergy, law enforcement, or social work and demonstrate financial need. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and be a member of Kenmawr United Presbyterian Church and be committed to an involvement in community activities.

Amount: $2,500
Deadline: February 24
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pittsburghfoundation.org/scholarshipsearch

George H. Nofer Scholarship for Law and Public Policy
Sponsor: Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Youth and Family Programs Manager
3417 Volta Place NW
Washington, DC 20007
Eligibility: Applicants must attend or be accepted to attend full-time an accredited law school or a master's or doctoral program in public policy or public administration and must use spoken language as the primary mode of communication. Students must also have a pre-lingual and bilateral hearing loss. Applications are available online.

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.agbell.org

Governor John Engler Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation
306 S. University
P.O. Box 1283
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804
Eligibility: Applicants must be Isabella County high school graduating seniors with a minimum GPA of who are pursuing a career in public service (public administration or non-profit sector, i.e. social work, law enforcement, government, etc.) Students must exhibit outstanding attitude toward school and community.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 2
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mpacf.org/

Harry S. Truman Research Grant
Sponsor: Harry S. Truman Library Institute for National and International Affairs
Grants Administrator
500 W. U.S. Highway 24
Independence, MO 64050
Eligibility: Graduate students and post-doctoral scholars are most encouraged to apply, but others completing advanced research will be considered. Preference is given to research that has a high chance of being published or otherwise shared publicly. Applicants can receive up to two research grants in a five-year period. Grant winners must submit a report at the end of their studies.

Amount: Up to $2,500
Deadline: April 1; October 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.trumanlibraryinstitute.org/research-grants/

Helen Hamilton Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts
1500 Main Street
P.O. Box 15769
Springfield, MA 01115
Eligibility: Applicants must be pursuing degrees in social services, housing studies, urban design and other related fields. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated a commitment to community service.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://communityfoundation.org/scholarships/

Henry A Zuberano Scholarship
Sponsor: Hawaii Community Foundation - Scholarships
827 Fort Street Mall
Honolulu, HI 96813
Eligibility: Applicants must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 28
How to apply: To apply, register online, complete the online application and select the scholarships to which you wish to apply. In addition, mail the supporting materials: printed confirmation page from the online application, personal statement, copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) available at www.fafsa.ed.gov and official transcript.
Website: https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/

Herb Bordner Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Hillsdale County Community Foundation
2 South Howell Street
P.O. Box 276
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Eligibility: Applicants must be current or past graduates of Jonesville Community Schools with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Students must attend any accredited two- or four-year college, university, business, trade or vocational school with preference given to applicants pursuing a career in public service. Applicants will require an application form, a copy of a college acceptance letter, a Student Aid Report, a personal essay, two letters of recommendation and a high school transcript.

Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://abouthccf.org/scholarships/

Hudson Valley Guns and Hoses Scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
25 Van Wagner Road
Suite 2
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Eligibility: Applicants must be college-bound or currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate college students in Dutchess, Orange, Putnam and Ulster Counties. Paid or volunteer firefighters or law enforcement officers (or an immediate relative of a paid or volunteer firefighter or law enforcement officer) are also eligible. Students must plan to major in criminal justice, fire science, public administration or related fields.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfoundationshv.org

Joan Jackson Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation
250 East Front St
Suite 310
Traverse City, MI 49684
Eligibility: Applicants must be young conservative women that plan to pursue activities in politics and public service.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.gtrcf.org

Julianne Malveaux Scholarship
Sponsor: National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs Inc.
1806 New Hampshire Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20009
Eligibility: Applicants must be African American females enrolled as sophomores or juniors at an accredited college or university and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students may major in related fields such as public policy or creative writing.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 29
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.nanbpwc.org

Katherine Philbin Stoklosa Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must be Lowell High School graduating seniors who are varsity sport athletes who will be attending a four-year college or prep school. Students must have attended the Lowell Public Schools for all grades and be a member of the Public Service Academy or have plans to pursue higher education in the field of law, criminal justice, public service or education.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/

Kerry Wilt-Spradlin Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: LaGrange Community Foundation
0045 N 250 W
LaGrange, IN 46761
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Westview High School seniors planning to enroll full-time at a four-year college to pursue a degree in one of the following: medicine, healthcare, government, public affairs, communications or journalism. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and participated in community service during high school.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.lccf.net/scholarships

Kimberly A. Van Den Elzen Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
500 First Street
Suite 2600
Wausau, WI 54403
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or high school graduates who are Marathon County residents and are accepted for enrollment in a post-secondary institution of higher education. Students must plan to major in human resources and demonstrate a commitment to the community and the welfare of others.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfoncw.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/

Krista A. Eldridge Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Decatur County Community Foundation
101 East Main Street
Suite 1
Greensburg, IN 47240
Eligibility: Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA. Preference will be given to those pursuing study in human and social services and those going to Purdue.

Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.dccfound.org

Law Family Scholarship
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be post-secondary students with two full years of post-secondary studies residing Wirt or Wood County. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and pursue a healthcare or public safety management degree. Preferences are given to Wood County residents or students with military experience, those who have participated in college ROTC program or those with volunteer experience.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com

League of Women Voters of the Williamsburg Area Scholarship
Sponsor: Williamsburg Community Foundation
1323 Jamestown Road
Suite 103
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Jamestown, Lafayette or Warhill High Schools who plan to pursue studies in civics, government, politics, law or a related area of study. Preference will be given to students who participate in student government and/or an organization like the League of Women Voters that encourages Civic Involvement.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 5
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://williamsburgcommunityfoundation.org/

Lee Trevino Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Gratiot County Community Foundation
168 E. Center Street
P.O. Box 248
Ithaca, MI 48847
Eligibility: Applicant must live or work in Gratiot County OR be a graduating senior from a Gratiot County high school and must be a child or grandchild of a local, county, state or federal law enforcement officer, firefighter or paramedic personnel; including reserve officers and retired deceased or disabled personnel. Students must be in pursuit of a post-secondary degree, preferably in law enforcement and preference to those demonstrating financial need.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.gratiotfoundation.org

Luthra Family Scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
500 First Street
Suite 2600
Wausau, WI 54403
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the DC Everest or Wausau School Districts who are planning to pursue an education in health or human services.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfoncw.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/

Maia Swartz Memorial Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation
324 East 4th Street
Second Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at North Adams High School majoring in social service, public service, medical or animal-related fields and have proven financial need.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cincinnatischolarshipfoundation.org/list-of-scholarships/

Marty Meehan Educational Foundation Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must be Lowell High School seniors who plan to pursue a degree in government, political science or public policy at an accredited academic institution.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/

Mary E. Kwiatkowski Social Services Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Erie Community Foundation
459 West 6th Street
Erie, PA 16507
Eligibility: Applicants must be female and/or LGBTQIA+ students seeking a major or minor in social sciences, and ultimately a public services career. Students must be accepted to or are currently attending any Erie County college, university or vocational training program.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.eriecommunityfoundation.org/scholarships

Mildred A. Mapes Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Muskegon County
425 W. Western Avenue
Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49440
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Muskegon High School pursuing a degree or certification in the field of administration.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://muskegonfoundation.org/give/our-funds/?fwp_fund_type=scholarship

Myrna Abelman Siegel Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties
700 South Dixie Highway
Suite 200
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors from Olympic Heights High School pursuing a career in journalism, public relations or writing. Students must be recommended by the chair of the journalism or English department. Applicants must demonstrate active participation in school activities related to course study, maintain a 3.0 GPA while in high school and demonstrate financial need.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.yourcommunityfoundation.org

Nancy Barie- Turner Scholarship
Sponsor: Rochester Area Community Foundation
500 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Alexander High School seniors who show the ability to be good members of the community and have a career interest in human service, agriculture or business/finance.

Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.racf.org/scholarships/search-for-scholarships/

National Academic Scholarships
Sponsor: Association of Government Accountants (AGA)
2208 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301-1314
Eligibility: Applicants for full-time or part-time scholarships must be an AGA member or family member (spouse, child or grandchild), and scholarships must be used for full-time or part-time undergraduate study in a financial management academic area such as accounting, auditing, budgeting, economics, finance, electronic data processing, information resources management or public administration. Essays and transcripts are required. There are two categories for high school students/graduates and undergraduates/graduates. The Academic Scholarships are based on academic achievement and the student's potential for making a contribution to public financial management. A reference letter from an AGA member and from another professional such as a professor, guidance counselor or employer is required. Applicants to the Community Service Scholarships do not have to be AGA members, must be pursuing a degree in a financial management academic discipline and must be actively involved in community service projects. The awards are based on community service and accomplishments. A letter of recommendation from a community service organization and from another professional are required.

Amount: Up to $3,000
Deadline: June 11
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.agacgfm.org

Presbyterian Church USA Student Opportunity Scholarships
Sponsor: Presbyterian Church (USA)
100 Witherspoon Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Eligibility: Applicants must be members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) who have completed their first year of college. They must be enrolled full-time and have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Students must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in education, health service/science, religious studies, sacred music or social service/sciences. Financial need is required. Preference is given to members of racial and ethnic minorities.

Amount: Up to $4,000
Deadline: May 13
How to apply: Applications are available by mail or email.
Website: https://www.presbyterianmission.org/grants/

Roesler Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Muskegon County
425 W. Western Avenue
Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49440
Eligibility: Applicants must be Montague High School graduates pursuing a public service career.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://muskegonfoundation.org/give/our-funds/?fwp_fund_type=scholarship

Sally Roberts Mentor Scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Nantucket
9B Bayberry Court
P.O. Box 204
Nantucket, MA 02554
Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors of Nantucket High School who plan to pursue a career enriching the lives of children such as education or social work and have volunteered in children's programming in Nantucket. Special consideration will be given to any student who participated in or volunteered or worked for a Mentoring Youth Program.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnan.org/receive/community-scholarships/

Susan A. Cowell Scholarship
Sponsor: Rochester Area Community Foundation
500 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Eligibility: Applicants must be students who identify as LGBTQ and are pursuing post-secondary education in fields aligned with public health, nonprofit administration, or social justice activism, including social activism through the arts.

Amount: $1,500
Deadline: June 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.racf.org/scholarships/search-for-scholarships/

Susan K. and Douglas E. Dodge Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation
306 S. University
P.O. Box 1283
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Reed City or Shepherd Community Schools with a minimum GPA of 3.25 and have an interest in pursuing a career in public service. Students must demonstrate a positive attitude toward school and the community.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 2
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mpacf.org/

William and Kathleen Adams Family Scholarship
Sponsor: Hillsdale County Community Foundation
2 South Howell Street
P.O. Box 276
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who are residents of Hillsdale County with preference given to graduating seniors of Jonesville High School. Students must be pursuing a degree in education, human/social services, or a health-related field with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit an application form, a copy of a college acceptance letter, a Student Aid Report, a personal essay, two letters of recommendation and a high school transcript.

Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://abouthccf.org/scholarships/

Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program
Sponsor: Maryland Higher Education Commission
Office of Student Financial Assistance
6 North Liberty Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Eligibility: Applicants must be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a Maryland postsecondary school. Dependent students must have parents who also live in Maryland. Eligible majors are chosen to address current state or regional needs and usually include the following: child care, human services, teaching, nursing, physical and occupational therapy and public service. Students must agree to begin working within that employment field within one year of graduation at a rate of one year for every year that the scholarship was granted.

Amount: Up to $19,000
Deadline: July 1
How to apply: Applications are available online in January.
Website: https://mhec.maryland.gov