Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Dunkin' Scholarship 2024

 Dunkin' Baltimore/Metro DC Regional Scholarship


Deadline to apply: April 15, 2024 11:59 pm ET


Dunkin’ and its franchisees are committed to a strong local community. The Dunkin’ Baltimore/Metro DC Regional Scholarship Program has been established to recognize the importance of education and provide support to residents of the community and our extended corporate family. This program will award up to fifty $2,500 scholarships to qualified students throughout the region.

The program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarships and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team. 

Applicants to the Dunkin’ Baltimore/Metro DC Regional Scholarship Program must:

  • Be current undergraduate students or high school seniors who plan to enroll in part-time or full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school for the entire 2024-2025 academic year.
  • High school seniors must be residents of one of the eligible municipalities listed.
  • Undergraduate students must attend school in one of the eligible municipalities listed.
  • Students must show a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent) or higher to be eligible.

Dunkin’ full-time or part-time employees who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply.

Students attending or planning to attend accredited two-year colleges or vocational-technical schools are also encouraged to apply.

Franchise owners and dependents are not eligible.

*Eligible municipalities are as follows:

  • Washington DC-related counties: Washington, DC, Charles (MD), Frederick (MD), Montgomery (MD), Prince George’s (MD), St. Mary’s (MD), Washington (MD), Arlington (VA), Clarke (VA), Fairfax (VA), Frederick (VA), Loudoun (VA), Prince William (VA), Shenandoah (VA), Spotsylvania (VA), Stafford (VA), Warren (VA), Berkeley (WV), Jefferson (WV)
  • Baltimore-related counties: Anne Arundel (MD), Baltimore (MD), Calvert (MD), Carroll (MD), Cecil (MD), Harford (MD), Howard (MD), Kent (MD), Queen Anne’s (MD), Talbot (MD)
  • City of Baltimore (MD)

Dunkin’ has partnered with Scholarship America. Select the button below to be directed to the Scholarship America Student Hub!

Please make sure to add studentsupport@scholarshipamerica.org as well as the program email address provided below in the footer as safe senders in your email contact list.

Monday, March 18, 2024

Children's Aid Scholarships

 George and Mary Lou Brezina Memorial Scholarship – $1,000

The George & Mary Lou Brezina Memorial Scholarship is a one-time, $1,000 scholarship providing financial assistance to a graduating senior for undergraduate study in the field of Education at a four-year college or university.

Paul Taylor Memorial Scholarship – $500

The Paul Taylor Memorial Scholarship is a one-time $500 scholarship providing financial assistance to a graduating senior who is pursuing post-secondary career education, vocational or technical training which results in the applicant being awarded an accredited vocational certification or Associates’s Degree.




Washington D.C. Chapter of the National Naval Officers Association (DCNNOA)

 

For the past 36 years the Washington D.C. Chapter of the National Naval Officers Association (DCNNOA) has provided scholarship opportunities to graduating minority seniors from the DC metropolitan area (Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern VA). We are a non-profit 501(C3) organization.


Each year DCNNOA awards over 30 scholarships starting at $1,000.00 to minority youth from the Washington, DC Metropolitan area based on academic achievement, positive community involvement, commitment, and financial need.  Scholarship recipients select their major and attend the college or university of their choice without any obligation to join or affiliate with the military. An applicant needs to submit only one application package and he or she will be considered for any of our scholarships for which they meet the requirements.

An online application form to apply for our scholarships is available here: https://nnoa.org/chapter-dcnnoa/.  If this hyperlink is blocked by your exchange server, please copy the secure (https) link information into your web browser. As a measure to accommodate continued challenging times, “unofficial” transcripts are acceptable. Applications should be completed to the student’s best ability and certified by a school counselor or staff for accuracy of grades and extracurricular activities. Students must submit a COMPLETE application package that is verified by his or her school by May 24, 2024 in order to be considered for a scholarship. Further instructions and requirements for completing our 2023 application are also posted on our website.



Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Next Generation Conservation & Sportsman’s Scholarship

The Calvert County Sportsman’s Club of Prince Frederick each year awards two (2) scholarships providing financial assistance to students graduating from Calvert County public or private high schools for undergraduate study in the field of their choice at a college, university, or trade school.  This one-time scholarship award must be used for continued education at any college, university, or trade school approved by the Calvert County Sportsman’s Club.  This program is open to all students; however, it is targeted to students who have shown an exceptional level of commitment to wetlands conservation, hunting, fishing, trapping, and other sportsman’s activities.  In addition, students must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA (high school), or 2.5 or higher GPA (college, university or trade school).

     The first-place scholarship recipient will receive the CCSC Conservation Scholarship; an award of $1,000.00 

     The second-place scholarship recipient will receive the CCSC Sportsman’s Scholarship; an award of $500.00 

     Payments are made directly to the student in advance of the fall semester each year.

 

REQUIREMENTS

1.       Applicants must be residents of Calvert County, MD and be in the current graduating class of a Calvert County public or private high school, or currently enrolled in a college, university, or trade school.

2.       Applicants must be accepted or enrolled in a college or university approved by the CCSC, prior to distribution of any award.

3.       Applicants will provide their high school, college, university or trade school transcript, Sportsman’s history, a list of any service or academic awards received, and a letter of recommendation highlighting their involvement & commitment to an outdoor sportsman’s lifestyle.

4.       Applicant must write a 300-word essay describing his or her most memorable outdoor experience, and how the experience has impacted their views and life.  No artificial intelligence may be used in writing the essay.

5.       Scholarship recipients are expected to attend the July 2024 Crab Feast at the CCSC to receive their award.

 

PROCEDURES

1.       A volunteer panel will review applications, with identifying information removed (name, city, etc.); and will be graded on a weighted scale emphasizing volunteer history, leadership & academic excellence.  Applications will be reviewed and the final selections for the successful awardees will be determined by their scores from the volunteer committee.   If either selected recipient chooses not to utilize the award, an alternative recipient will be chosen by this committee.

2.       Applicants will be judged on the essay, character, citizenship, scholastic ability, and community service.  Recommendations from various organizations (school, church, Scout programs, 4-H, etc.) will be sought when deemed pertinent and necessary.

3.       Applications are available from the Guidance Office at the Calvert County public or private high school from which the applicant will be graduating or contact the Scholarship Committee (410-808-3832).

4.       Applications MUST BE RECEIVED by the Scholarship Committee on or before June 1, 2024.   Late applications will not be accepted.  Mail one copy of a completed application with all required information and attachments (incomplete applications will not be considered) to:

Calvert County Sportsman’s Club     1745 Forest Glen Dr     Prince Frederick, MD     20678

5.       Only the Scholarship recipients will be notified of the decision of the Committee. Notification will be by letter in late June or early July.

 

 APPLICATION


Friday, March 8, 2024

Lord Calvert & Miss Tranquility Class of 2025

Calvert County Fair Logo Image 

Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert Rules & Regulations

                                                                                



A. CANDIDATE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. The Miss Tranquility Pageant and Lord Calvert Contest is open to all persons between the ages of 16 and 19 as of August 31, of the participating year.

2. Each candidate must be enrolled in a secondary school or post-secondary school and have a 75% cumulative grade point average. “Cumulative grade point average” is defined as the average of the candidate’s grade points for all years of secondary or post-secondary school attended.

3. Each candidate must have been a resident of Calvert County for at least three (3) years.

4. A candidate must never have been married nor have had children prior to or during the reign (September 2023 through September 2024).

5. Former winners are not eligible to participate in the contest. Please note: Miss Calvert Farm Bureau is eligible to participate in the Miss Tranquility Contest.

6. Application materials and entry fee must be received by 6pm, September 6, 2024. These can be hand delivered to fairgrounds or mailed to:

The Calvert County Fair, Inc.
P.O. Box 224
Barstow, Maryland 20610
Attention: Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert

Applications may be obtained from any committee member, your high school’s guidance office, the Calvert County Fair website or you may use the application found at the end of these rules & regulations. Application must be complete, legible, and filled out in blue or black ink or will be disqualified.

7. All contestants are required to participate in assigned events at the Fair, including “Youth Day” activities on Friday, September 27, 2024. Exceptions will be made for previous engagements that are specified in writing by the contestant to the committee by the evening of the orientation and creative assignment. Failure to meet this requirement will result in scholarship and/or money being withheld from winner/contestant.

8. Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert are required to be at the Fairgrounds a minimum of 30 hours each during Fair Week (4-8 hours each day + 6 hours on Youth Day), and their court a minimum of 20 hours each (3-6 hours each day, of which 6 hours on Youth Day). 4H contestants also need to put in their hours at the fair (showing and taking care of your animals are not considered part of your hours). In addition, these winners and their court are to represent the Calvert County Fair at selected county events. (See Tentative Schedule of Events)

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Virginia Lee Grierson Scholarship

$1,000 Scholarship
Application Procedure:



-Complete application form from downloadable line
-A Short essay. Content explaining why you feel you deserve this scholarship, your immediate goals and your plans for the future
-Two letters of recommendation from individuals (not related) who are qualified to assess your abilities and character.
-A transcript


Mail completed application packet to :

Ms. Gloria Wilkerson
 2104 Brick House Rd
Dunkirk, Md 20754 

DEADLINE: APRIL 17

Email Ms. Martin for counselor verification at bottom of application

LEAP Forward 2024! 35 Scholarships Available

 Scholarships Available: 35

Launching Educational Assistance Programs Forward Scholarship, Inc. (Leap Forward, Inc.) has a vision to influence a generation of underrepresented youth who accept the challenge to become academically prepared to enter chosen careers as problem solvers and productive leaders who address the needs to humanity. To support this vision, LEAP Forward, Inc. has sponsored academic scholarships for students pursuing higher education since 1998.

LEAP Forward Inc. has awarded over 300 scholarships totaling more than $300,000. This Year, Leap Forward Inc. has 35 scholarships available for prospective and current college students for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. 

Visit their website here! for more information on the scholarship to apply online. 


DEADLINE APRIL 4th