American Legion Department of Florida General Scholarships
$2,500
The American Legion — Department of Florida administers scholarship programs for high school students with ties to veterans or the military.
Scholarship Awards (General Category)
- 1st Place: $2,500
- 2nd Place: $1,500
- 3rd Place: $1,000
- 4th–7th Place: $500 each
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicant must be a direct descendant of a qualifying veteran: child, grandchild, great‑grandchild, or an adopted child.
- The veteran must meet one of these conditions:
- Be a member in good standing of The American Legion;
- Be a U.S. veteran who is eligible for American Legion membership; or
- Be a deceased U.S....
The American Legion — Department of Florida administers scholarship programs for high school students with ties to veterans or the military.
Scholarship Awards (General Category)
- 1st Place: $2,500
- 2nd Place: $1,500
- 3rd Place: $1,000
- 4th–7th Place: $500 each
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicant must be a direct descendant of a qualifying veteran: child, grandchild, great‑grandchild, or an adopted child.
- The veteran must meet one of these conditions:
- Be a member in good standing of The American Legion;
- Be a U.S. veteran who is eligible for American Legion membership; or
- Be a deceased U.S....
Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship
$3,000
Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship
Overview
The Aronovitz family, in partnership with The Miami Foundation, established this scholarship to commemorate the late Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz. Judge Aronovitz was known for professional excellence and a commitment to helping those less fortunate. The award supports minority students from Miami‑Dade County who plan to continue their education at the university level and intend to pursue careers in the legal field or in work advancing social justice.
Important deadline
Applications must be submitted online by Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
How to apply
- Apply only through The Miami Foundation’s...
Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship
Overview
The Aronovitz family, in partnership with The Miami Foundation, established this scholarship to commemorate the late Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz. Judge Aronovitz was known for professional excellence and a commitment to helping those less fortunate. The award supports minority students from Miami‑Dade County who plan to continue their education at the university level and intend to pursue careers in the legal field or in work advancing social justice.
Important deadline
Applications must be submitted online by Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
How to apply
- Apply only through The Miami Foundation’s...
Ortega Foundation Scholarship Program
$28,000
Overview
The Ortega Foundation created the Ortega Foundation Scholarship Program to honor its founder, Jose Antonio Ortega, Sr., who believed in supporting academically strong students’ pursuit of higher education. The award targets Miami-Dade County high school seniors who have earned an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Award Amount
Recipients may receive up to $7,000 per year for up to four years. Scholarship payments can be applied to the recipient’s institution-approved cost of attendance. Note: awards are only for undergraduate study.
Eligibility
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a resident of Miami-Dade County
- Be a high school senior...
Overview
The Ortega Foundation created the Ortega Foundation Scholarship Program to honor its founder, Jose Antonio Ortega, Sr., who believed in supporting academically strong students’ pursuit of higher education. The award targets Miami-Dade County high school seniors who have earned an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Award Amount
Recipients may receive up to $7,000 per year for up to four years. Scholarship payments can be applied to the recipient’s institution-approved cost of attendance. Note: awards are only for undergraduate study.
Eligibility
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a resident of Miami-Dade County
- Be a high school senior...
Broward Education Foundation Scholarship Fund
$3,000
Introduction
The Broward Education Foundation raises funds to award scholarships to deserving Broward County Public Schools seniors so they can pursue higher education. Supported by private donors and Broward Advisors for Continuing Education (BRACE), these scholarships help eligible Broward County students attend community colleges, universities, or vocational/technical programs.
Who may apply
- Graduating seniors from Broward County Public Schools who have explored other financial aid options but still lack sufficient funds to attend college.
Basic eligibility requirements
Applicants selected for a Broward Education Foundation scholarship must meet all of the following criteria:
- Plan to enroll as a full‑time, degree-...
Introduction
The Broward Education Foundation raises funds to award scholarships to deserving Broward County Public Schools seniors so they can pursue higher education. Supported by private donors and Broward Advisors for Continuing Education (BRACE), these scholarships help eligible Broward County students attend community colleges, universities, or vocational/technical programs.
Who may apply
- Graduating seniors from Broward County Public Schools who have explored other financial aid options but still lack sufficient funds to attend college.
Basic eligibility requirements
Applicants selected for a Broward Education Foundation scholarship must meet all of the following criteria:
- Plan to enroll as a full‑time, degree-...
Palm Beach and Martin Counties Scholarships
$5,000
About the Scholarship Program
Since 1985, the Community Foundation has awarded both need- and merit-based scholarships to expand college access and help local students reduce educational debt. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we administer more than 120 distinct scholarship funds. Completing the Foundation’s general scholarship application places applicants under consideration for all eligible awards.
How the application is handled
- The scholarship cycle opens December 2025 for students planning to begin college in summer/fall 2026.
- The Community Foundation evaluates submitted applications and aligns candidates with scholarships that fit the donors’ criteria.
- A Scholarship Committee reviews finalists...
About the Scholarship Program
Since 1985, the Community Foundation has awarded both need- and merit-based scholarships to expand college access and help local students reduce educational debt. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we administer more than 120 distinct scholarship funds. Completing the Foundation’s general scholarship application places applicants under consideration for all eligible awards.
How the application is handled
- The scholarship cycle opens December 2025 for students planning to begin college in summer/fall 2026.
- The Community Foundation evaluates submitted applications and aligns candidates with scholarships that fit the donors’ criteria.
- A Scholarship Committee reviews finalists...
Bailey Family Foundation Florida Scholarships
$20,000
Our Purpose
We work to broaden access to — and improve the quality of — postsecondary educational opportunities.
Scholarship Opportunities
High School Seniors
- Award: $5,000 per year, renewable for up to four years
- Who it serves: High school seniors with demonstrated academic success, proven financial need, and a record of community service
College Students
- Award: $5,000 (one-time, non-renewable)
- Who it serves: Currently enrolled college students who show scholastic achievement, financial need, and commitment to community service
- Note: Previous scholarship recipients are eligible to apply again
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following:
-...
Our Purpose
We work to broaden access to — and improve the quality of — postsecondary educational opportunities.
Scholarship Opportunities
High School Seniors
- Award: $5,000 per year, renewable for up to four years
- Who it serves: High school seniors with demonstrated academic success, proven financial need, and a record of community service
College Students
- Award: $5,000 (one-time, non-renewable)
- Who it serves: Currently enrolled college students who show scholastic achievement, financial need, and commitment to community service
- Note: Previous scholarship recipients are eligible to apply again
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following:
-...
Calvin Dawson Memorial Award
$1,000
Bleeding Disorders Foundation of Florida — Scholarship Opportunities
Calvin Dawson Memorial Scholarship
- Awards: Multiple scholarships may be granted; both the number of recipients and award amounts vary.
- Who may apply: Florida residents diagnosed with hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, or another inherited bleeding disorder who are enrolled in college, university, or a trade school.
- Deadline: April 30, 2026
- Application: Calvin Dawson Scholarship Application 2026
Founders Medical Scholarship
- Awards: The quantity of scholarships and the amounts awarded vary.
- Who may apply: Florida residents with hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, or other hereditary bleeding disorders. Applicants must hold...
Bleeding Disorders Foundation of Florida — Scholarship Opportunities
Calvin Dawson Memorial Scholarship
- Awards: Multiple scholarships may be granted; both the number of recipients and award amounts vary.
- Who may apply: Florida residents diagnosed with hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, or another inherited bleeding disorder who are enrolled in college, university, or a trade school.
- Deadline: April 30, 2026
- Application: Calvin Dawson Scholarship Application 2026
Founders Medical Scholarship
- Awards: The quantity of scholarships and the amounts awarded vary.
- Who may apply: Florida residents with hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, or other hereditary bleeding disorders. Applicants must hold...
Susan A. Cowell Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
This scholarship supports academically strong, community-oriented high school graduates who are continuing their education—whether at a college, university, graduate program, or trade/technical school.
Application window
Applications are accepted November 1 through February 1.
Award amount and distribution
One recipient will receive a $1,000 award. The Community Foundation issues the funds to the recipient’s school in a single payment in the fall; the school will apply the amount evenly across the fall and spring semesters.
Permitted uses
Scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, textbooks, and other education-related expenses.
Who is eligible
Applicants must identify as members of the...
Overview
This scholarship supports academically strong, community-oriented high school graduates who are continuing their education—whether at a college, university, graduate program, or trade/technical school.
Application window
Applications are accepted November 1 through February 1.
Award amount and distribution
One recipient will receive a $1,000 award. The Community Foundation issues the funds to the recipient’s school in a single payment in the fall; the school will apply the amount evenly across the fall and spring semesters.
Permitted uses
Scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, textbooks, and other education-related expenses.
Who is eligible
Applicants must identify as members of the...
Rochester Cavalry Troops Scholarship
$10,000
Purpose
Provide financial assistance to individuals affiliated with New York Army National Guard units, detachments, or elements based in Monroe County who intend to pursue post‑secondary education.
Who may apply (Eligibility)
- Current National Guard members or those who retired within the past year and who are connected to Patriot Way.
- Spouses and dependent children of those Guard members.
- Surviving spouses and dependent children of Monroe County Guard members connected to Patriot Way who died while on duty, in training, or in combat. (Note: a surviving spouse who has remarried is ineligible.)
All applicants must demonstrate financial need,...
Purpose
Provide financial assistance to individuals affiliated with New York Army National Guard units, detachments, or elements based in Monroe County who intend to pursue post‑secondary education.
Who may apply (Eligibility)
- Current National Guard members or those who retired within the past year and who are connected to Patriot Way.
- Spouses and dependent children of those Guard members.
- Surviving spouses and dependent children of Monroe County Guard members connected to Patriot Way who died while on duty, in training, or in combat. (Note: a surviving spouse who has remarried is ineligible.)
All applicants must demonstrate financial need,...
Kathleen McElligott Hall Memorial Scholarship
$3,000
Purpose
This scholarship exists to help students from upstate New York continue their nursing education by providing financial support.
Who may apply
- Must be enrolled in a nursing program and have completed at least one semester.
- Must demonstrate financial need.
- This award is aimed at a hardworking, motivated student who may have an average GPA rather than the top academic rank.
Application window
Applications are accepted December 1 through February 28 via the Community Foundation’s Consolidated Scholarship Application. Submitting this consolidated application also puts you in consideration for other scholarships for which you may qualify.
Award amount...
Purpose
This scholarship exists to help students from upstate New York continue their nursing education by providing financial support.
Who may apply
- Must be enrolled in a nursing program and have completed at least one semester.
- Must demonstrate financial need.
- This award is aimed at a hardworking, motivated student who may have an average GPA rather than the top academic rank.
Application window
Applications are accepted December 1 through February 28 via the Community Foundation’s Consolidated Scholarship Application. Submitting this consolidated application also puts you in consideration for other scholarships for which you may qualify.
Award amount...
Albert Shanker College Scholarship Fund
$5,000
Overview
Each year the United Federation of Teachers awards a total of $1 million in scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study to high-achieving, financially qualified students who attended New York City public schools. Recipients exemplify the academic success possible in the city’s public system and reflect both their own commitment and the support of the educators who helped them.
Undergraduate Eligibility
Applicants for the undergraduate scholarships must be graduating seniors from New York City public high schools — including vocational, academic, or alternative schools — or students receiving an equivalency diploma through a public evening school or a New York...
Overview
Each year the United Federation of Teachers awards a total of $1 million in scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study to high-achieving, financially qualified students who attended New York City public schools. Recipients exemplify the academic success possible in the city’s public system and reflect both their own commitment and the support of the educators who helped them.
Undergraduate Eligibility
Applicants for the undergraduate scholarships must be graduating seniors from New York City public high schools — including vocational, academic, or alternative schools — or students receiving an equivalency diploma through a public evening school or a New York...
Lighthouse Guild Scholarships
$10,000
We believe financial barriers should not prevent people who are blind or have low vision from pursuing higher education. To support this, Lighthouse Guild awards merit-based scholarships to students with vision loss who are preparing to begin college or graduate study.
Overview
- Each year we award up to 20 scholarships to exceptional U.S. high school students who are legally blind and entering college as freshmen.
- We also award at least one scholarship annually to a qualified graduate student (for Master’s, PhD, MD, JD, or other post-baccalaureate programs).
- Scholarship funds are unrestricted and may be applied to tuition,...
We believe financial barriers should not prevent people who are blind or have low vision from pursuing higher education. To support this, Lighthouse Guild awards merit-based scholarships to students with vision loss who are preparing to begin college or graduate study.
Overview
- Each year we award up to 20 scholarships to exceptional U.S. high school students who are legally blind and entering college as freshmen.
- We also award at least one scholarship annually to a qualified graduate student (for Master’s, PhD, MD, JD, or other post-baccalaureate programs).
- Scholarship funds are unrestricted and may be applied to tuition,...
