Ortega Foundation Scholarship Program
$28,000
The Ortega Foundation established The Ortega Foundation Scholarship Program in honor of its founder Jose Antonio Ortega, Sr. Jose Antonio strongly believed in giving academically accomplished individuals the opportunity to pursue a college education. Scholarships are awarded to Miami-Dade County high school seniors with a GPA of 3.5 or above.EligibilityIn order to qualify, applicants must:Be a resident of Miami-Dade CountyBe a high school senior graduating in Spring 2025Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5Selection CriteriaA Scholarship Advisory Committee will review and rate the applications and make final decisions on scholarship awards. The following criteria will be considered in evaluating applicants:Academic...
The Ortega Foundation established The Ortega Foundation Scholarship Program in honor of its founder Jose Antonio Ortega, Sr. Jose Antonio strongly believed in giving academically accomplished individuals the opportunity to pursue a college education. Scholarships are awarded to Miami-Dade County high school seniors with a GPA of 3.5 or above.EligibilityIn order to qualify, applicants must:Be a resident of Miami-Dade CountyBe a high school senior graduating in Spring 2025Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5Selection CriteriaA Scholarship Advisory Committee will review and rate the applications and make final decisions on scholarship awards. The following criteria will be considered in evaluating applicants:Academic...
JGGSF Scholarship
$20,000
The deadline to apply for a JGGSF Scholarship to be awarded each year is May 30th of the year for which the application is being made.Submitted applications will be reviewed by the Board and select candidates may be invited for a personal interview which may occur by phone, online, or in person at the discretion of the interviewer.From the personal interview, select candidates may be invited to an in-person final interview with the Scholarship Selection Committee.Following the final interviews, the Board and Scholarship Selection Committee will identify recipients for that year's Sarah E. Huneycutt Scholarship, the Peg & Bill Roberts...
The deadline to apply for a JGGSF Scholarship to be awarded each year is May 30th of the year for which the application is being made.Submitted applications will be reviewed by the Board and select candidates may be invited for a personal interview which may occur by phone, online, or in person at the discretion of the interviewer.From the personal interview, select candidates may be invited to an in-person final interview with the Scholarship Selection Committee.Following the final interviews, the Board and Scholarship Selection Committee will identify recipients for that year's Sarah E. Huneycutt Scholarship, the Peg & Bill Roberts...
Alan R. Epstein Reach for the Stars Scholarship
$5,000
The Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship, established by the Epstein family, serves as a tribute to the life of an exceptional young man, tragically lost in a car accident. This scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated resilience in overcoming life’s challenges.Scholarship CriteriaThe Future Lawyers Scholarship established by DRRT, an international law firm, will provide first-year law students with financial assistance as they explore their interest in pursuing a law degree. The recipient will receive a $5,000 scholarship for three years of law studies with an opportunity to intern and attend events at DRRT. To qualify...
The Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship, established by the Epstein family, serves as a tribute to the life of an exceptional young man, tragically lost in a car accident. This scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated resilience in overcoming life’s challenges.Scholarship CriteriaThe Future Lawyers Scholarship established by DRRT, an international law firm, will provide first-year law students with financial assistance as they explore their interest in pursuing a law degree. The recipient will receive a $5,000 scholarship for three years of law studies with an opportunity to intern and attend events at DRRT. To qualify...
Florida Nurses Association Scholarships
$5,000
The Florida Nurses Foundation exists to promote nursing and delivery of healthcare through the advancement of research, education and practice. Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships and grants to qualified registered nurses and students. The Foundation has been able to support hundreds of nurses over the decades thanks to the hard work and generous donations of FNA members and supporters of the nursing community. There are over 30 scholarships and grants that have been endowed by FNA members.Scholarship Application GuidelinesApplication Process:The annual submission window is January 1 - June 1. Submissions outside of this window are not accepted. To apply...
The Florida Nurses Foundation exists to promote nursing and delivery of healthcare through the advancement of research, education and practice. Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships and grants to qualified registered nurses and students. The Foundation has been able to support hundreds of nurses over the decades thanks to the hard work and generous donations of FNA members and supporters of the nursing community. There are over 30 scholarships and grants that have been endowed by FNA members.Scholarship Application GuidelinesApplication Process:The annual submission window is January 1 - June 1. Submissions outside of this window are not accepted. To apply...
Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship
$3,000
The Aronovitz Family partnered with The Miami Foundation to honor the memory of the late Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz. Judge Aronovitz stood as an example for the community, excelling in his chosen profession and always thinking of those less fortunate than himself. Scholarships are awarded to Miami-Dade County minority students planning to continue their education through the university level and pursue a career related to the legal field or social justice issues.Submission + DeadlineApplicants must apply through The Miami Foundation’s scholarship portal. To access the online portal, go to scholarships.miamifoundation.org, click on ‘scholarship portal’ on the right-hand side of the screen...
The Aronovitz Family partnered with The Miami Foundation to honor the memory of the late Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz. Judge Aronovitz stood as an example for the community, excelling in his chosen profession and always thinking of those less fortunate than himself. Scholarships are awarded to Miami-Dade County minority students planning to continue their education through the university level and pursue a career related to the legal field or social justice issues.Submission + DeadlineApplicants must apply through The Miami Foundation’s scholarship portal. To access the online portal, go to scholarships.miamifoundation.org, click on ‘scholarship portal’ on the right-hand side of the screen...
Jayda Dionne Parker Scholarship
$2,000
The primary purpose of the Jayda Dionne Parker Scholarship Fund is to provide a deserving student of FAMU’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication with financial assistance for college expenses. The scholarship is available to all students who meet the following requirements regardless of age, race, sex, or sexual orientation.This is a $2,000 scholarship of which $1000 will be awarded for the Fall semester of 2025. The remaining $1000 will be awarded in December 2025 for the Spring semester of 2026.Application RequirementsTo be considered for the scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year, the applicant must submit:Completed online application form;Documentation of...
The primary purpose of the Jayda Dionne Parker Scholarship Fund is to provide a deserving student of FAMU’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication with financial assistance for college expenses. The scholarship is available to all students who meet the following requirements regardless of age, race, sex, or sexual orientation.This is a $2,000 scholarship of which $1000 will be awarded for the Fall semester of 2025. The remaining $1000 will be awarded in December 2025 for the Spring semester of 2026.Application RequirementsTo be considered for the scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year, the applicant must submit:Completed online application form;Documentation of...
Fort Lauderdale Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship
$1,500
Fort Lauderdale Alumnae Panhellenic is proud to provide scholarships that reflect the organization’s belief in the development of character through service and high academic achievement. The scholarship offers educational support for those with strong academic track records and a desire to help others. The award is $1,500.TO BE ELIGIBLE, APPLICANTS MUST:Be a female resident of Broward County for two (2) years prior to submitting an applicationBe a graduating high school senior at a Broward County high schoolBe a U.S. citizenHave a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scaleHave an SAT Score of 1200 or higher on...
Fort Lauderdale Alumnae Panhellenic is proud to provide scholarships that reflect the organization’s belief in the development of character through service and high academic achievement. The scholarship offers educational support for those with strong academic track records and a desire to help others. The award is $1,500.TO BE ELIGIBLE, APPLICANTS MUST:Be a female resident of Broward County for two (2) years prior to submitting an applicationBe a graduating high school senior at a Broward County high schoolBe a U.S. citizenHave a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scaleHave an SAT Score of 1200 or higher on...
Keisha Bodden Scholarship
$1,500
At the age of 32, Keisha Bodden, born and raised in Cocoa and Orlando, Florida, passed away from breast cancer on July 31, 2002, leaving behind three daughters. Keisha received a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and a Master’s Degree in Crime Prevention from UCF where she was also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Pi Psi Chapter. She was a community organizer and advocate for youth. Her professional career was dedicated to working within the juvenile justice system and the community to help people reach their potential and fulfill their purpose in life. In keeping with her...
At the age of 32, Keisha Bodden, born and raised in Cocoa and Orlando, Florida, passed away from breast cancer on July 31, 2002, leaving behind three daughters. Keisha received a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and a Master’s Degree in Crime Prevention from UCF where she was also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Pi Psi Chapter. She was a community organizer and advocate for youth. Her professional career was dedicated to working within the juvenile justice system and the community to help people reach their potential and fulfill their purpose in life. In keeping with her...
Give Kids a Chance Florida Scholarship
$1,250
The Give Kids a Chance Scholarship was established by Brian McDonough, Esq. to support children of lower-income families. Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors desiring to continue their education but need additional financial assistance to do so. Recipients are eligible for additional awards given they maintain full-time status and meet academic requirements.These guidelines provide important details on attachments that must be submitted online with your application. The Foundation will not accept any late applications. No exceptions. Documents cannot be emailed or faxed to the Foundation. If an application is missing information, our office will not inform the applicant nor...
The Give Kids a Chance Scholarship was established by Brian McDonough, Esq. to support children of lower-income families. Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors desiring to continue their education but need additional financial assistance to do so. Recipients are eligible for additional awards given they maintain full-time status and meet academic requirements.These guidelines provide important details on attachments that must be submitted online with your application. The Foundation will not accept any late applications. No exceptions. Documents cannot be emailed or faxed to the Foundation. If an application is missing information, our office will not inform the applicant nor...
FVMA Scholarship
$1,000
Purpose: To provide a scholarship to a graduating high school senior or to a student attending an accredited university, college or community college, undergraduate or graduate school program who is interested in pursuing a career in public assembly facility management and/or related field. To be a viable candidate your studies should include: Food & Beverage, Audio-Visual, Sports Management, Hospitality, or Engineering, etc.ELIGIBILITYStudents attending any accredited university, college, or community college within the state of Florida (or to students who are residents of Florida and enrolled in any accredited university, college, or community college in a state other than Florida), including...
Purpose: To provide a scholarship to a graduating high school senior or to a student attending an accredited university, college or community college, undergraduate or graduate school program who is interested in pursuing a career in public assembly facility management and/or related field. To be a viable candidate your studies should include: Food & Beverage, Audio-Visual, Sports Management, Hospitality, or Engineering, etc.ELIGIBILITYStudents attending any accredited university, college, or community college within the state of Florida (or to students who are residents of Florida and enrolled in any accredited university, college, or community college in a state other than Florida), including...
Miami-Dade College Assistance Program
$1,000
CAP, Inc. awards scholarships to Miami-Dade County Public High School graduates who have exhausted all avenues of financial assistance (federal, state, and institutional) but still have significant unmet needs to attend the college of their choice.HistoryIn 1977, the Miami-Dade County Public School System started a pilot advisory program with 10-12 part-time college assistance advisors. They were in the school system tasked with helping students find potential financial aid opportunities. The following year, CAP, Inc. was founded to financially support the Miami-Dade County Public School’s College Assistance Program (CAP) and awarding scholarships to graduates that needed significant financial assistance to attend...
CAP, Inc. awards scholarships to Miami-Dade County Public High School graduates who have exhausted all avenues of financial assistance (federal, state, and institutional) but still have significant unmet needs to attend the college of their choice.HistoryIn 1977, the Miami-Dade County Public School System started a pilot advisory program with 10-12 part-time college assistance advisors. They were in the school system tasked with helping students find potential financial aid opportunities. The following year, CAP, Inc. was founded to financially support the Miami-Dade County Public School’s College Assistance Program (CAP) and awarding scholarships to graduates that needed significant financial assistance to attend...
Calvin Dawson Memorial Award
$1,000
The Calvin Dawson Scholarship Fund was established to honor the memory of the founder and first Executive Director of the Hemophilia Foundation of Greater Florida, now known as the Bleeding Disorders Foundation of Florida. Calvin Dawson was a passionate advocate for the rights of individuals with bleeding disorders, dedicating his life to serving these individuals and their families.Mission StatementOur mission is to improve the quality of life for people with bleeding disorders and their families through education, information and referral services, advocacy, and research.Amount: The number and amount of scholarships variesCandidate: Florida residents with bleeding disorders attending a college, university...
The Calvin Dawson Scholarship Fund was established to honor the memory of the founder and first Executive Director of the Hemophilia Foundation of Greater Florida, now known as the Bleeding Disorders Foundation of Florida. Calvin Dawson was a passionate advocate for the rights of individuals with bleeding disorders, dedicating his life to serving these individuals and their families.Mission StatementOur mission is to improve the quality of life for people with bleeding disorders and their families through education, information and referral services, advocacy, and research.Amount: The number and amount of scholarships variesCandidate: Florida residents with bleeding disorders attending a college, university...
