Florida Scholarships for High School and College Students

Keisha Bodden Scholarship — Overview The Keisha Bodden Scholarship provides a $1,500 award to graduating high school seniors from the Central Florida area to support study at any accredited four‑year college or university in Florida. This fund is intended to expand opportunities for Central Florida students and help them pursue educational and community impact goals. Important deadlines and award timing - Complete application package must be received by May 15, 2026. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. - Successful applicants will be notified on June 15, 2026. - The scholarship will be paid to recipients during the fall semester of...

Introduction Every day we make numerous choices—some trivial, others life-changing—and many of those are influenced by our internal dialogue. Maintaining a balanced mindset and clear focus helps people make thoughtful, healthy decisions. To encourage reflection on how mindset and environment affect mental clarity and well-being, Veliz & Associates, P.A. is pleased to present the Right Mindset Scholarship. This award seeks to spotlight students who practice resilience and sustained focus, and who can share real-world strategies that uplift themselves and others. Award Details - Name: Right Mindset Scholarship - Sponsor: Veliz & Associates, P.A. (an Estate & Legacy Planning Firm) -...

Introduction The Junior Girls' Golf Scholarship Foundation (JGGSF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established to award scholarship funds to Florida women who plan to attend college or university and who have demonstrated an interest in golf. Purpose and Awards Applications submitted to the JGGSF will be considered for the following named scholarships and any additional one-time awards the Board may authorize in a given year: - Sarah E. Huneycutt Scholarship - Peg & Bill Roberts Scholarship - Larry Flynn Memorial Scholarship - Marcia Mileti Scholarship - Peggy Brass Scholarship How applications are evaluated All applications are first reviewed by the JGGSF...

Introductory Statement The Florida Nurses Foundation (FNF) advances nursing and healthcare by supporting research, education, and clinical practice. Through the generosity and efforts of FNA members and community supporters, the Foundation has assisted hundreds of nurses over the years. More than 30 scholarship and grant funds have been endowed by FNA members. Who May Apply (Eligibility) To be eligible for an FNF scholarship you must: - Be enrolled in a nationally accredited nursing program (accreditation by ACEN, CNEA, or CCNE). - Be a student in an LPN program or, for RNs, enrolled in an associate, baccalaureate, master’s, or doctoral program....

Introduction The College Fund of Pinellas County, Inc. is a volunteer-run, tax-exempt nonprofit dedicated to helping financially disadvantaged residents of Pinellas County who demonstrate strong academic potential but lack the resources to earn a bachelor’s degree. Our goal is to enable students to improve their lives, support their families, and contribute more fully to the community. Award Details - Scholarship amount: $1,200 per year. - Renewal: Recipients may receive up to $4,800 in total support, provided they are selected and continue to meet all renewal conditions (remain academically eligible, continue to be Pell Grant–eligible, and stay enrolled full time with...

Introduction / History In 1996, PFLAG Jacksonville leaders visited a meeting in New Orleans and met young people who had benefited from college scholarships. Inspired by that encounter, they returned to Jacksonville with a plan to raise funds to support students in Northeast Florida. Early awards began at $500. By 2003, fundraising had grown enough to double that amount to $1,000 per scholarship. Currently, PFLAG Jacksonville awards approximately 12 unencumbered scholarships each year, providing up to $2,000 per recipient. Since the program began, more than 390 scholarships have been granted, totaling in excess of $530,000. Purpose and Oversight An independent...

Introduction The FSGA Scholars award is funded by the FSGA Foundation. Each spring the Foundation selects golfers from the graduating class of the FJT to receive a renewable scholarship that may be renewed for up to four years. Eligibility Applicants must meet the following requirements: - Be a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen for at least one year. - Be a high school senior in good standing, enrolled in a Florida public or private high school or an approved home education program. - Demonstrate financial need (evaluated by total assets, household income, number of dependents, etc.). - Hold a...

Intro / Backstory Murray Rossen’s love of the law shaped his life. Although accepted to Yale Law School, he enrolled at St. John’s University because Yale’s tuition was beyond his means. Years later, when his son Adam needed a co-signer for law school loans, Murray stepped in, believing in the transformative power of a strong legal education. That support made the Rossen Law Firm possible and helped launch Adam Rossen’s years of legal service on behalf of Florida residents. Scholarship Overview The Murray Rossen Criminal Justice Scholarship awards $1,000 to a student who demonstrates vision and commitment to improving the...

Introduction Many documents related to arrests and court proceedings are accessible to the public well before any verdict is reached. While openness in government is vital, public availability of arrest records and law-enforcement files can create serious concerns about privacy, fairness, and long-term consequences for individuals—particularly those later exonerated. Applicants are encouraged to consider the social, professional, and emotional effects of publicly available criminal records and to suggest reforms that strike a fair balance between transparency and protection. Eligibility - Open to legal U.S. residents who live in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who...

Introduction Fasig | Brooks Law Offices is a personal injury firm committed to supporting people during some of life’s toughest moments. We believe those challenges can lead to tremendous personal growth, and we want to encourage that resilient mindset in the next generation of students. About the 2026 Come Back Stronger Scholarship We are pleased to offer the Come Back Stronger Scholarship for 2026. One student will receive a $1,000 award. Eligible students are encouraged to apply by the deadline of July 15, 2026. Details on applying follow. Eligibility - Open to U.S. legal residents who live in one of...

Introduction Technology increasingly shapes the criminal justice system — from social media content used as evidence to AI assisting forensic interpretation. To encourage informed discussion about how law and policy should respond, Jonathan Jay Kirschner, Esq., & Associates, LLC is launching the 2026 Digital Justice Scholarship. Award One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student who thoughtfully examines the intersection of technology and justice and proposes practical ways to protect fairness and accountability as digital tools are used in investigations and courtrooms. Who may apply - Open to current high school seniors, students in vocational programs, undergraduate students, and...

Overview Barbara Caras, a longtime advocate for high-quality film entertainment, is honored through this scholarship. Created in her memory, the award supports students from the local community who are pursuing film-related studies. Eligibility - Must reside in Sarasota County or Manatee County, Florida - Must have completed at least one full academic year at an accredited college in Florida - Must be currently majoring in one of the following areas: Film, Computer Animation, Creative Writing, Motion Design, or Illustration - Must submit at least one sample of creative work with the application - Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of...