Prompt: Write a 500-word essay (in 12-point Times New Roman) highlighting any awards and work experience. Explain how receiving the scholarship will help you attain your educational plans and career goals.

Eligibility:

• Senior or junior in high school

• High school transcript

• 2.5 minimum GPA

• 500-word essay (12-point Times New Roman)

• Female resident of Henry County

• 3.0 GPA or higher in good academic standing

• Involvement in leadership and extracurricular activities

IMPORTANT: Students MUST be nominated by an adult. This includes, but is not limited to, coaches, teachers, administrators, parents, family, and friends.

Eligibility Requirements

• Nomination from an adult (coach, teacher, administrator, parent, family, and friends).

• Student is not required to submit scholarship material to receive this award.

• Any student athlete in grades 9-12.

• Located in the South Atlanta region (Henry, Clayton, Butts, and Rockdale Counties).

Amount: $1,000

Prompt (500 words or less): What do you think is the most important aspect of community banking? Why? Has a specific community bank made an impact on you?

Amount: $5,000

Prompt: In your essay, discuss what major you're planning to pursue in college and why. List all volunteer and extracurricular experiences, as well as your community and work/volunteer participation and honors received.

Amount: $2,000

Prompt: Write a 400-word essay describing what you plan to accomplish in your collegiate course of study.

The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post-secondary institution. To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent to us by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com.

Amount: $1,000

Prompt: Describe your educational, career, and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.

Deadline: June 8, 2026

VIDEO ESSAY Prompt (Answer 3 out of 6 questions):

1. Why volunteer? Explain your volunteering experience(s).

2. Describe your two most fulfilling volunteer/community service projects.

3. What hardships or challenges have you had to face or will face that make this scholarship particularly important to you?

4. How did you become interested in your major?

5. How do you plan to use your studies to achieve your future career plans?

6. How would being awarded this scholarship help you achieve your educational goal(s)?

Amount: $1,913

Amount: $5,000

• VIDEO ESSAY Prompt: Create a short video 30-60-second video telling us about someone who has influenced your education, career, or goals. Also describe what your dreams and goals are, and how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals. The video can be serious, funny, inspiring - whatever you want! Creativity is encouraged

• ESSAY Prompt: Your essay should expand on the content of your video, and must be 500-1000 words. This includes an explanation of your goals for the future and how this scholarship will help you achieve those goals.

You will also need to submit one letter of recommendation from an employer or teacher/School Counselor endorsing you for the scholarship award. Your letter of recommendation must be emailed to the address below from that person directly.

The winning applicant will also be required to submit an official transcript after being notified of winning the scholarship award.

Deadline: May 31, 2026

Prompt: Applicants are required to upload an original Personal Essay not to exceed 500 words which must provide information on the student’s interests and career goals, as well as related school and career experiences from the current academic year. The essay will test the applicant’s ability to organize and relate facts and ideas as well as the applicant’s overall writing skills.

Amount: $5,000

Select ONE prompt:

1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

2. The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?

3. Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?

4. Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?

5. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

6. Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?

Prompts:

Community Service Essay: Type an essay describing one community service project you have been involved in that changed your life in a meaningful way.

Entrepreneurial Essay: Type an essay describing a business you have created; or an entrepreneur aspiration you have and how this has shaped your goals for the future.

HBCU Essay: Type an essay describing why you believe Historically Black Colleges or Universities (HBCUs) are still a necessary option for higher education. Include why you choose to attend and HBCU.

Amount: varies

Prompt: What does “The Power of the Word” mean to you?

IMPORTANT: This scholarship ONLY accepts submissions from current or former patients of Lindsey Orthodontics.

Prompt: Please include an essay (250-500 words) on why you believe you should receive this scholarship. (This may include future goals, financial need, or obstacles you have overcome.)

Sessions will cover health and wellness, financial literacy, career building, relationships, academic coaching, and more to help you prepare for success in college and beyond.

Eligibility Requirements:

• ​Greater Atlanta resident (Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Newton, Rockdale Counties, and the city of Atlanta).

• Young woman in her senior year of high school.

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.00 scale.

• Mother has a end-stage cancer diagnosis, or has died from cancer.

Additional Requirements:

• Two letters of recommendation (both letters must be written on official letterhead and signed).

• Submit an essay/personal statement​.

• Submit a one-minute video introduction of yourself.

• Official academic transcript.

Prompt: Select one of the three choices below:

• Discuss your career goals and how they will impact your community.

• Write about a person who has made a significant impact on your life and why.

• Tell us about an obstacle that you've overcome and how the experience will help you accomplish your goals.

Prompt: Record a two- to four-minute video arguing why Congress should change the bankruptcy laws to allow student loans to be discharged in bankruptcy. Applicants should use plain English and speak honestly.

Amount: $1,000

Prompt: What do you plan to do after high school, and why do you deserve the scholarship?

Prompt: The applicant must complete and email the scholarship application, a one (1) page autobiography including family history and educational and career aspirations, and a copy of the HS transcript reflecting the GPA.

Amount: up to $5,000

Requirements:

• Graduate high school in 2026 from any school in our field of membership.

  • Eligible counties: Fulton, Dekalb, Cobb, Coweta, Gwinnett, and Clayton.

• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA at the time of graduation.

• Be accepted and enrolled into an accredited college, university, or technical school as a full-time student pursuing their first undergraduate degree.

• Award must be used during the specified academic year.

  
  

Prompt: Write a short essay (at least 250 words or more) that paints a picture of your future goals and aspirations. Tell us what you have going on now (academics, work, community service, etc.) and where you see yourself 5 years down the road.

Deadline: March 31, 2026

As part of this mission, the GAE Foundation provides scholarships and grants each year to future teachers, Georgia certified educators, and educational support professionals who are either embarking on a career in education, who are continuing their professional growth, or who are creating innovative classroom programs. So, if you want to make a difference in the life of a student, the GAE Foundation wants to help you achieve your goal.

Amount: $1,000

1. A minimum of five (5) – $1000 scholarships are available to be awarded.
2. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior in the state of Georgia and pursuing a STEM career in the energy industry.
3. A GPA of 2.5 or better is required to apply.
4. Scholarships will be awarded without regard to race, sex, creed, national origin or disability.

Deadline: March 8, 2026

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: March 15, 2026

Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Jan 31, 2026

Key Clubs across Georgia are serving their homes, schools and communities through incredible service projects, raising money for worthy charities and developing strong, passionate and caring leaders.

Key Club International and the Georgia District have developed contests, awards and scholarships to award Key Clubs, individual members and advisors that truly demonstrate excellence through service.

Eligibility:

• The applicant must be a Key Club member in the Georgia District who is in good standing.

• The applicant must be a college-bound graduating senior.

• The applicant must have a minimum 3.2 GPA on the 4.0 scale.

• The entire application, consisting of the required fields in the online form and the following attachments must be included for the application to be considered:

  • An essay

  • A letter of recommendation

  • A transcript

• The Georgia District of Key Club International shall determine the procedure to select the Georgia District Leadership Scholarship recipient(s). All decisions made by the judges are final.

• There will be one recipient of this scholarship. Financial status is not a determining factor. The amount will be US $1000.

• All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on January 31, 2026.

• All entries will become the property of the Georgia District of Key Club International.

• If selected, recipients must send their finalized college/university information, including mailing address and phone number for the Office of the Bursar to Georgia Kiwanis Executive Director by July 1, 2026.

• Funds will not be dispersed to recipients until mid-September, 2026.

To be eligible, applicants need to fulfill the following criteria:

• Enrollment in or acceptance to an accredited two or four-year college, university, or technical school to pursue an undergraduate degree.

• Be a graduate (or upcoming graduate in the class of 2026) from an Atlanta Public School OR Reside in the City of Atlanta OR have a letter of recommendation from a current City of Atlanta employee.

• No minimum GPA is required for consideration.

• Priority consideration given to Pell grant recipients.

• Recipients must be enrolled full-time to receive the full amount of the scholarship.

Amount: Varies

Deadline: March 2, 2026

• Must demonstrate financial need through a Student Aid Index (SAI) of -1,500 to 15,000 on your FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS)

  • The FSS is generated electronically a few days after submitting your FAFSA.

1. Complete the contact information on this page–or click here to access the form if it doesn’t automatically show up in your browser.  Please try clearing your cache if the form doesn’t show up in your browser. Your entry is only complete when you have uploaded or emailed your entry.

2. We prefer entries to be submitted electronically through the online portal on this site. If it is not possible to submit an entry through the online portal, please email your entry to WeTheFuture@ConstitutingAmerica.org or mail it to: Constituting America, P.O. Box 1988, Colleyville, Texas 76034. If you have questions please email WeTheFuture@ConstitutingAmerica.org.

3. Click here to download the entry permission form, attach the completed form when completing the digital form on this page.

4. Click here to watch “Tips From Past Contest Winners” to get inspired!

5. Click here to read the complete rules and entry options for your age group

6. Entries are due May 31, 2026.

7. Help us promote the “We The Future” Contest! Click here to download our Contest Flyer!

Scholarship Amount: $3,000 each

Eligibility Requirements: All students are eligible to apply regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disability or national origin. All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution (high school) in the United States or Puerto Rico. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. Grades and academic performance will serve as indicators of potential; however, an emphasis may be placed on the individual’s essay submission.

Application Period: December 1, 2025 - March 2, 2026

Applicant requirements:

• High school senior

• Citizen or permanent resident of the United States

• Beginning full-time study at an accredited post-secondary educational institution in the United States in Fall 2026

Award requirements:

• Academic achievement of 3.3 GPA or higher

• Leadership in extracurricular activities

• Involvement in community service

• Financial need

Eligible students:

• African American graduating high school seniors

• Must be a United States citizen.

• Must possess a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale by February 1st

Application Requirements:

• Unofficial Transcript

• One (1) letter of recommendation

• One headshot photo. (Not an action photo or selfie)

• A 300-word essay on the topic: “Explain the Benefits You Have Gained through the Contributions of Two (2) Trailblazers of African Descent"

Qualifications

A completed, eligible application will be evaluated on the following:

• Submission of an Online Kaleidoscope Application

• Declaration of a Fluid Power Related Degree Program*

• A 400-500 Word Essay that Addresses the Following Prompts:

  • Describe your career goals and aspirations. In your response, discuss why you are interested in learning about our technology and how you believe it can support your future success.

  • What experience do you have with fluid power technologies? This could include prior experience, projects you look forward to, or applications of hydraulics or pneumatics that inspire you.

• A 200 Word Essay that Address the Following Prompt:

  • Please describe your extracurricular activities, community involvement, leadership roles, work or internship experience, and any awards or honors you have received

• Minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 Scale

In honor of Dr. Ron W. Finnell’s enduring legacy and dedication to educational equity, his family has created the Dr. Ron W. Finnell Memorial Scholarship Fund. Dr. Finnell was a retired Chair of Public Administration at Clark Atlanta University and a lifelong champion of college access. This scholarship is available to any high school or current college student who embodies his spirit of academic excellence and demonstrates financial need.

Requirements:

High school senior or currently enrolled college student who cand demonstrate a financial need

Brother A. B. Jihad and Sister Sakinah Jihad would like to remember their son in life by living out your dreams through education.

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Applicant must reside in Georgia.

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To award/assist high school graduates whom are continuing their educational goals through Post Secondary education with a monetary award set forth by the Foundation.

Qualifications:

1.  Applicant must be a High School graduate/or High School equivalent

2.  Applicant must be scheduled to attend the one of the following:

          A.  A College and/or University

          B.  Business School

          C.  Trade and/or technical School

3.  Applicant can be currently attending a Post Secondary institution (as identified in #2); with a full-time course study.  **Full-time --as set by the attending institution

4.  The applicant must timely complete the application form in order to be considered for a scholarship award. 

5.    Applicant must be a member in good standing or dependent of a member who is in good standing. 

The FS-ISAC Future Leaders in Cyber Scholarship Program is open to all individuals attending an accredited postsecondary institution who are pursuing a degree or equivalent in cybersecurity, information security, or a related field, who meet our minimum eligibility requirements. Eligible applicants must have at least one year of study remaining at the time of application and will not be eligible to graduate prior to Spring 2027.

Minimum Requirements

1. Must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational program majoring in cybersecurity, information security, or a related field. (High School students are not eligible to apply.)

2. Demonstrate a high academic excellence GPA or GPA equivalent of 3.0 or higher.

3. Graduating no earlier than May 1, 2027.

4. Interested in pursuing a career within the financial services industry.

5. Authorized to work in the region of the scholarship award without Visa sponsorship now or in the future (Asia-Pacific, EMEA, Americas).

6. Required to sign an agreement to protect confidential information shared by FS-ISAC.

• Scholarships are awarded to qualified students seeking a career directly related to the home building industry.

• Scholarships are also offered to Career Tech Education classes at high schools across the state offering training and certifications directly related to the home building industry

Student Applicant must meet all the following requirements:

1. Must be entering an area of study directly related to the home building industry.

2. Application must be completed in its entirety, and must signed by the Local HBA Executive Officer or a member of the Board of Trustees of the Lewis Cenker Scholarship Fund

3. Student must have at least a “B” grade point average.

4. Must include a one-page essay on why the student wants to pursue a career in the home building industry

5. Student must have a family member who is a current member of HBAG or local HBA

CTAE Applicants must meet all the following requirements:

1. Must offer construction or home building related courses

2. Application must be completed in its entirety, and must include a recommendation and signature of a  Local HBA Executive Officer or a member of the Board of Trustees of the Lewis Cenker Scholarship Fund

All applications must be completed by March 15.

All applications for the American College Foundation’s Visionary Scholarship Program will consist of:

• Completed ACF Visionary Scholarship Application

• Student’s most recent unofficial high school transcript

• 500-word essay on “Why College is Important to Me”

• Must be a senior at an APS high school

• Must have been continuously enrolled at an APS high school since at least the start of 11th grade

• Must graduate from an APS high school

• Must earn a cumulative weighted GPA of at least 75 in either the fall or spring semester of 12th grade

• Must complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

Scholarship Prompts

Please submit a video link answering ONE of the following prompts. 

1. Describe a community service project you have been involved in and its impact. 

2. Describe a time when you stepped up as a leader in your community, school, or home. How did this experience shape your understanding of leadership?

3. If you had unlimited resources and support, what innovative project would you launch to address a problem in your community or the world? Why is this idea important?

Program Overview

Building on the success of prior scholarship awards, this opportunity supports students pursuing degrees in STEM, the arts, and related fields—and aligns with the Hall’s mission to inspire, educate, and expand access. 

Eligibility Criteria

• Be enrolled at, or planning to enroll in, a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) for the Fall 2026 semester

• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

First, fill out the form below. In the form please answer all the questions and submit the following:

• An essay (see details below).

• Your GPA.

• A photo of yourself.

• A creative video showcasing your community service (see details below).

Essay Topic: Write an essay (500-1000 words) about a challenge you have faced and how you overcame it. Explain how this experience has shaped your educational and career goals

Video Information: Create a 1-2 minute video showcasing your volunteer work and/or personal projects that positively impact your community. Upload your video directly through the form below or email it to omsfoundation1933@gmail.com. Be as creative as possible; instead of just talking straight into the camera, demonstrate your gifts and talents or share your community involvement to tell us your story.

Please note: By submitting photos and videos, you grant OMS Foundation the rights to use these materials for promotional purposes.

Purpose: MADF believes that education is the greatest equalizer. We make a difference in education by providing scholarships. We also partner with schools, non-profits, churches, and other organizations by making financial contributions to their educational programs.

DARK Enterprises Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing cybersecurity education, is pleased to announce the DARK Endowment Cybersecurity Scholarship for high school seniors planning to major in cybersecurity or a related field.

This $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to deserving students who are US citizens, demonstrate passion for cybersecurity, academic preparation, and a commitment to contributing to the field.

Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be:

• US Citizens

• Graduating high school seniors who have been accepted into an accredited undergraduate cybersecurity program or closely related field at a U.S. college or university.

Students should demonstrate academic preparedness, genuine interest in cybersecurity through extracurricular activities or self-directed learning, and a strong work ethic.

Scholarships are awarded for the academic year following the application deadline beginning with the fall semester. All applicants must be high school seniors about to enter full time, or undergraduate students currently enrolled full time, in a pre-engineering, engineering, or engineering technology program leading to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a course of study that traditionally has been a preparatory curriculum for the HVAC&R profession.
All applicants (including re-applications from former scholarship applicants and recipients) must meet current scholarship criteria (listed below):

• A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a scale where 4.0 is the highest and/or a class standing of no less than the top 30%

Award amount: $1,000