Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIPS CLASS OF 2023
DAYTONA BEACH ALUMNI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY INC.
2023 Kappa Derby Scholarship Application
(Application must be typed)
Statement of Purpose
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is a unique organization of college-educated men dedicated to the worthy cause of achievement in all fields of human endeavor. With this purpose in mind, the Daytona Beach Alumni Chapter has sought to identify and fiscally support graduating male high school seniors in the
Volusia County area.
Please read the application very carefully. The information submitted will not be used for any other purpose.
Make sure every question is answered completely. Items which are not applicable should be marked N/A.
Please be sure to attach the necessary materials (transcripts), 300 words essay, and 2 letters of recommendations.
Minimum Requirements
• High school candidates must possess at least a 2.8 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
Areas to be judged
* Social Awareness * Career Preparation
* Financial Need * School/Community Activities
VOLUSIA COUNTY COUNCIL PTA
2022-2023 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION INFORMATION
Scholarship
1. Four $500 scholarships will be awarded.
2. Scholarships are non-renewable.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a scholarship, an applicant must:
1. Be a current resident of Florida and a United States citizen.
2. Be a member of a Volusia County or Florida PTA/PTSA unit. You may join any Volusia County PTA/PTSA, or you may join the Sunshine State PTA unit online at the following link: https://sunshinestate.memberhub.store/store
3. Have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher.
4. Submit a completed application, including letter of reference, school transcript, and SAT or ACT scores.
5. Be accepted as a full-time undergraduate student in a postsecondary four-year college, community college, or vocational school. If acceptance has not yet been received, please submit proof of application to a qualifying institution.
Steps in Applying
1. Type or print application. Be sure to answer all questions.
2. Enclose the following items in the exact order listed below, in a large manila envelope.
a. Application
b. Proof of PTA membership (copy of membership card or email membership confirmation is sufficient)
c. One letter of recommendation
d. Official school transcript
e. SAT or ACT scores
f. List of community service and/or volunteer experiences. VCCPTA may give special consideration to applicants with service experiences related to PTA, education, or schools, but we welcome all applications.
g. Essay (theme: Volunteering: How I Plan to Make a Difference!)
h. SAT or ACT scores
Failure to follow these steps will result in disqualification.
Deadline for application: Must be postmarked by MONDAY, MARCH 20, 2023
Mail to: Volusia County PTA Scholarship Award
C/O Amy Graydon
2700 N. Oleander Ave.
Ormond Beach, FL 32176
Volusia County Schools Mail: Amy Graydon
Seabreeze High School
Date of Notification: The recipients will be notified by March 29, 2023.
George Marks Elementary
2023 John Thomas Scholarship Application
The John Thomas Scholarship is awarded each year to a graduating high school senior who attended George Marks Elementary School. This year's scholarship will be in the amount of $300.
Submitting your application
Please submit the following to be considered for the John Thomas Scholarship:
1. Completed application form.
2. A letter of recommendation from a member of your high school faculty or counselor.
3.YOU MUST REQUEST a copy of the your transcript from your counselor and a copy of SAT/ACT scores.
Applications may be received two ways:
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Before Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 11.59p.m. via email to georgemarkspta@gmail.com
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Before Monday, April 17, 2023 at 2:30p.m. via delivery to George Marks Elementary, care of the PTA. Address is 1000 North Garfield Avenue DeLand, FL 32724
Fantone Scholarship for Bulldog Athletes
Deadline to apply May 1, 2023
Submit completed applications to Mrs. Nehrig in Student Services
Award amount: $1,000
Number of scholarships: 2 (1 female athlete and 1 male athlete)
Overview:
Student-athletes face unique challenges as they pursue their education, balancing the responsibilities of homework and studying with practices, training, and games for their sport. We’d like to ease the burden of tuition for 2 student-athletes who are graduating high school in 2023.
Eligibility Requirements:
· Must be a graduating high school senior (2023)
· Must have been on a Deland High athletic team during their senior year (Varsity or JV) Must not be attending college or trade school on a full scholarship (partial scholarships are ok)
· Documentation of acceptance must be provided.
How to apply:
To apply for the Fantone Scholarship for Bulldog Athletes, please complete the attached application and a include a personal essay (500 words or less). The essay should describe your athletic journey and why you should receive the scholarship. Be sure to articulate the importance you place on sportsmanship and how playing sports has been meaningful to you.
PURPOSE: To provide scholarships to three high school graduating seniors who will be attending an accredited college, university, or trade school beginning in the fall of 2023.
AWARDS: Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded.
CRITERIA:
1. Applicant must be a resident of Volusia County, Florida.
2. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the spring of 2023 and have a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0.
3. Applicant must be accepted as full-time freshman in the fall of 2023, at an accredited college, university, or trade school.
4. Applicant must demonstrate scholarship, good character, and a record of community service.
APPLICATION PROCESS: (APPLICANT MUST SUBMIT)
1. Completed application form and materials listed below. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
2. Letter of application addressed to the Youth Services Committee, Rotary Club of DeLand, P.O. Box 704, DeLand, FL 32721-0704. The letter should contain a brief essay of your academic and career goals and biographical (background) information.
3. Two letters of recommendation from your high school teachers, school administrator, religious leader, community organization leaders, or current or former employer.
Application must be received by April 15, 2023.
Mail to Youth Services Committee
Rotary Club of DeLand
PO Box 704
DeLand, FL 32721-0704
Al Wehrle ROTC Scholarship for DeLand High School Senior
PURPOSE: To provide scholarships to one high school graduating senior in ROTC who will be attending an accredited college, university, or trade school beginning in the fall of 2023.
AWARDS: One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded.
CRITERIA:
1. Applicant must be a resident of Volusia County, Florida.
2. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the spring of 2023 and have a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0.
3. Applicant must be accepted as full-time freshman in the fall of 2023, at an accredited college, university, or trade school.
4. Applicant must demonstrate scholarship, good character, and a record of community service.
APPLICATION PROCESS: (APPLICANT MUST SUBMIT)
1. Completed application form and materials listed below. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
2. Letter of application addressed to the Youth Services Committee, Rotary Club of DeLand, P.O. Box 704, DeLand, FL 32721-0704. The letter should contain a brief essay of your academic and career goals and biographical (background) information.
3. Two letters of recommendation from your high school teachers, school administrator, religious leader, community organization leaders, or current or former employer.
Application must be received by April 15, 2023.
Mail to Youth Services Committee
Rotary Club of DeLand
PO Box 704
DeLand, FL 32721-0704
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE
James T. “Tom” Russell Memorial Scholarship Application
Amount awarded: $500 - $1,000 Number of awards: up to 4
Scholarship criteria:
Must be a senior at one of the 10 Volusia County public high schools.
Student must plan to enter the field of education to become a teacher.
Must provide an essay explaining why you want to become a teacher.
Funds will be delivered directly to the college/university you will be attending to benefit your student services account.
This award is administered by FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County Schools.
Applications are due by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, and must be mailed to: FUTURES Foundation
Attn: Russell Scholarship Committee 3750 Olson Drive
Daytona Beach, FL 32124
Mail must be postmarked before the deadline to be considered for funding
For questions concerning the application, please contact FUTURES Foundation at 386.255.6475, ext. 50730, or FuturesFoundation@Volusia.k12.fl.us.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:
Completed application - print and complete the enclosed application, sign it, and attach all the required items listed below. Please secure all items to application with one staple.
· Completed application including essay
· Please ensure your essay includes why you want to become a teacher
· One reference letter from an educator
· Most recent transcript (from high school and/or college if dual enrolled)
The Rotary Club of Downtown DeLand
Vocational and Community College Scholarship Program
The Rotary Club of Downtown DeLand seeks to better our community by providing scholarship assistance to students who have demonstrated a commitment to community service. Three scholarships of $2,000 will be awarded at the end of the 2022-23 academic year. Scholarships can be used for any accredited education program at a technical school, trade school, vocational school, or college that awards professional certifications.
Eligibility
Applicants must be:
- enrolled as a senior at DeLand High School and on track to graduate or have already graduated from DeLand High School.
- plan to enroll full-time in vocational study at an accredited vocational-technical college/school in the United States.
- demonstrate a need for additional funding to complete their program of study
National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc.
Volusia County Chapter
High School Senior Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
A graduating high school senior.
Proof of acceptance at an accredited college or university for the fall semester.
Accumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or better, documented by a seven (7) semester high school transcript.
Verification of at least 50 hours of community service
Demonstration of written communication skills in a 350 word, typed and double-spaced essay on one of the topics listed below:
1. One of the goals of NHBW, Inc. is to provide a means to build better communities through service activities. Describe a community service organization and/or activity you have been involved in and why.
2. The NHBW, Inc. works throughout the year to help students reach their personal goals. Describe your goals for the future and how this scholarship will help you to achieve those goals.
· Two (2) Letters of Recommendation. Letters from family members are not acceptable.
NHBW Mission: As a charitable membership organization, the National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. (NHBW) is dedicated to improving the lives of women and their families through the arts, culture, education, health wellness, and human service programs.
Application Deadline is March 31, 2023--DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE
American Muslim Alliance of Florida, INC. Scholarship
The American Muslim Alliance of Florida INC will award a total of $20,000 in scholarships to thirty students in support of Florida high school seniors in pursuit of a college education. The top 10 students will receive a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. In addition, 20 students will each receive a scholarship in the amount of $500. The scholarship program is open for students of all faiths and races.
Applicants must:
- graduate from a public, private or home school with the state of Florida AND enter college as a full-time student.
- have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 AND attach official copies of high school transcript.
- provide two letters of recommendation from teacher of core subjects. Please limit letters to one page each.
- guidance counselor complete page 2
- compose and type a one-page, single-spaced essay stating why you should be awarded a scholarship, and why you plan to further your studies at a college or university.
- NO online applications will accepted.
- complete and submit page 4.
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BMW Engineering Scholarship
DEADLINE: Feb 28, 2023
$1,500
This scholarship is provided by BMW AG in recognition of its commitment to excellence in engineering. BMW is world famous for designing and building luxury, high-performance passenger cars and motorcycles. The company is also a leader in developing and manufacturing high technology, high performance internal combustion engines.Applicants must demonstrate active participation in extracurricular science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities...
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships
DEADLINE: Mar 15, 2023
$20,000
BAM is dedicated to supporting the continued growth and development of black employees and encouraging students to pursue a career in technology.RequirementsThe BAM Scholarship was created to enable Black and African American students to attend college and pursue a career in technology. The goal is to empower future generations to do and be more.To be considered for a BAM Scholarship,...
Horatio Alger Scholarship
DEADLINE: Mar 15, 2023
$25,000
As one of the nation’s largest college financial aid programs in the country, the Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program is one of the major scholarship programs nationally that specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the Scholars, have experienced challenges but...
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Alumni Association
Sustaining a Legacy of Faith, Scholarship and Service 2023
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Legacy Scholarship Sponsored by the Volusia County Alumni Association
Deadline: midnight Monday, April 24, 2023.
Application information and packet HERE
2023 "Believing in Your Dreams" Scholarship Information and Application sponsored by Embassy of Hope, A Vince Carter Foundation
Candidates for the Embassy of Hope academic assistance are expected to have a 3.0 or better grade point average and MUST HAVE PLAYED BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL AND/OR BEEN AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF A HIGH SCHOOL BAND FOR AT LEAST TWO YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL. CANDIDATES MUST BE GRADUATING FROM A A PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL IN VOLUSIA COUNTY.
Applications must be submitted no later than Wednesday, March 29, 2023
2023 LIONS CLUBS DISTRICT 35-O YOUTH EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP
A PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CLASS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN LIONS DISTRICT 35-O
DEAR APPLICANT: This Scholarship was created by the Lions Clubs of District 35-0 to establish a suitable Memorial to commemorate the untimely death of Paivi Harittu, from Paimio, Finland. Miss Harittu, a Youth Exchange student traveling under the auspices of Lions Clubs International Youth Exchange Program, lost her life in a tragic automobile accident in Orlando on the evening of July 4, 1983. Scholarships are for $1,000. They will be presented to outstanding students and may be used for educational purposes or other educational travel.
THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING (POSTMARKED) THIS APPLICATION IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2023.
Volusia County Alumni Chapter of FAMU National Alumni Association Scholarship
Qualifications:
The applicant must be accepted to FAMU, have demonstrated academic potential with a minimum grade point average of 3.0, and submit a letter of recommendation from a professor or academic advisor.
Requirements:
• Complete application with all
documentation
• Provide current transcripts
• FAMU Acceptance Letter
• 250 Word Essay on:
✦ How will FAMU assist you to
fulfill your educational goals?
✦ What are your educational
goals and what impact will you
have on the industry?
✦ Why is it important to sustain
HBCUs?
Deadlines
Completed application must be
returned by April 18, 2023 to
Mrs. Dorothy Wilson at
wilsondc@att.net
The Matt Buth Foundation Scholarship Opportunity
This is the second year that the Matt Buth Foundation is offering individual $2500 scholarships to two high school seniors in Volusia County. We are so proud of the work that was accomplished in our first year as a 501c3. With the help of our community and sponsors, we awarded two $2500 scholarships last June to Joshua Spraker from Spruce Creek High, and Cooper Sirmans from DeLand High. They also awarded a $1,000 grant to DeLand Counseling Cooperative for their work with the community and to bring awareness to suicide and mental health among our youth.
The Matt Buth Foundation was created in memory of DeLand High Band student Matthew Buth and is committed to continuing his legacy of music and his reputation for helping others by promoting the musical arts, raising donations through community involvement, and distributing annual scholarships, as well as an annual grant for mental health and suicide awareness.
The scholarships are available to any high school senior in Volusia County with at least one year in Band, Orchestra, Chorus, Choir, or any other musical arts program through school. Applications can be mailed to the address listed on the forms, and are due by March 31 of each year.
More information about our foundation can be found at our website: mattbuthfoundation.org
Download the application HERE
The Sorosis Club of Orange City
The Sorosis club offers four, $1,000 scholarships to area high school seniors. Please download the application here.
BIGFUTURE SCHOLARSHIPS- CLASS OF 2023
Class of 2023, Qualify Yourself for Scholarships!
All juniors: Make yourself eligible for $500 and $40,000 scholarships each month. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college.
The sooner you start and the more steps you complete, the more chances you’ll have to win. This month’s entries will continue to be included in upcoming monthly drawings.
Read the Official Rules here.
Earn your first drawing entry now by building your college list of six or more schools.
How to Qualify
BigFuture offers tools to help you choose a college and career right for you. When you take steps on BigFuture to get ready for college, you’ll be entered in drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships.
There are no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements. It’s easy to enter scholarship drawings each month.
Simply complete one of the steps before the deadline, and you’ll be automatically entered to win $500 and $40,000 scholarships!
Students whose families earn less than $60,000 a year have extra chances at BigFuture Scholarships because they’re eligible for two entries each drawing.
1. Build Your College List: $500 and $40,000
Explore colleges that interest you on College Search. Add 6 schools to your list to qualify.
Start Date: December 6, 2021
Deadline: June 30, 2022
2. Practice for the SAT: $500 and $40,000
Use Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy to get ready for test day. Start with 1 Timed Mini Section or 1 Diagnostic Quiz to earn your entry.
Start Date: December 6, 2021
Deadline: October 31, 2022
3. Explore Scholarships: $500 and $40,000
Find other scholarships and aid to help you pay for college. Explore a personalized list of scholarships and select Go Apply for at least 1 to learn about requirements.
Start Date: July 1, 2022
Deadline: February 28, 2023
4. Strengthen Your College List: $500 and $40,000
Make sure your list has a mix of colleges – at least 3 reach, 2 match and 1 safety – to qualify.
Start Date: July 1, 2022
Deadline: October 31, 2022
5. Complete the FAFSA: $500 and $40,000
Fill out the free government form to apply for financial aid. To enter, confirm that you already submitted the FAFSA or are ineligible to complete it.
Start Date: October 1, 2022
Deadline: February 28, 2023
6. Apply to Colleges: $500 and $40,000
Apply to 2 or more schools you want to attend to earn an entry.
Start Date: October 1, 2022
Deadline: February 28, 2023
By completing one or more of these steps, all current juniors (class of 2023) with a College Board account who attend high school or are enrolled in a homeschool in the United States or U.S. territories (including Puerto Rico)
will be automatically enrolled in drawings.U.S. citizens and residents attending Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools abroad may also participate.
To remove yourself from drawings, you can select not to participate at bigfuturescholarships.org/opt-out.
Scholarship Drawings
Class of 2023 BigFuture Scholarship winners will be selected through random drawings each month from the end of January 2022 through February 2023.
Two $40,000 scholarship winners will be selected each month along with hundreds of $500 scholarship winners.
GENERAL FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
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