Looking for an Intern!

Fall 2023

Financial Aid and Mentorship Intern

1 Position Available

We are a non-profit on a mission to level the socio-economic playing field by supporting students from under-served communities to achieve their career and college dreams. We do this by providing resources, personal and academic support workshops, mentorship, comprehensive financial aid literacy training, and college/training/career advising to succeed in college and beyond. We would love an opportunity to interview you if the following programs connect with your learning goals and career aspirations. 

Core Competencies

To perform successfully, the intern should demonstrate and/or show willingness to grow in the following areas:  

  • Sensitivity: Communicates empathy and respect of individuals; ability to be appreciative of diverse perspectives and experiences

  • Change Agility: Able to embrace needed change; effective in the face of ambiguity

  • Learning Agility: Seeks to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities in related service areas; implement core principles and reflective practice

  • Integrity: Must be honest and take responsibility for actions; ability to set healthy limits

  • Relationship Building: Recognize importance of relationships; devote energy to cultivating relationships

  • Organize & Planning: Plan and organize so that work is accomplished effectively; prioritize multiple competing tasks; maximize use of available time

Program Areas

1. Financial Aid 

The primary role of the Financial Aid & Mentorship Intern is to assist the Financial Aid team in all aspects of Financial Aid & Mentorship student support services. FuturesNW partners with the 12th Year Campaign to host financial literacy events to provide personalized support for students and families completing the FAFSA or WASFA. The Intern will undergo intensive Financial Aid navigation training in order to serve as a knowledgeable Financial Aid guide to students. 

2. Virtual or In-School Mentorship

The Intern will assist as a near-peer mentor to students at specific local high schools throughout the region. In our mentorship program, we work with high school students who will be the first in their families to go to college or who are from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds to help build confidence, resources, and support to help them succeed in high school and beyond. Students receive guidance to learn necessary skills and concepts for college-level study, assistance with setting and achieving goals, and support with their college admissions, financial aid, and scholarship applications.

Job Responsibilities

  • Learn required technology and security protocols for student privacy regulations

  • Work with local high schools and students to provide virtual or in-school mentorship 

  • Schedule and attend regular mentorship meetings with individual students

  • Assist in financial aid events to encourage students as they plan for their lives after high school

  • In addition to the above duties, all intern team members will be required to take intensive Financial Aid training and support FuturesNW at multiple financial aid events throughout the semester

  • Using extended Financial Aid knowledge gained in training, provide Financial Aid support services to students and their families

  • Attend weekly team meetings 

  • Attend virtual financial aid office hours (days/time TBD) 

  • Work with Marketing Assistant in creating materials, social media posts, and outreach plans to reach as many students as possible

Each week you will attend one all-team meeting, one Financial Aid team meeting, and a one-on-one supervisory meeting to get the skills and support you need to lead in your role with confidence. These days and times are selected at the beginning of the quarter and will work around your availability.

This is a flexible role and different job duties will arise as the semester progresses. Programs are contingent on school availability and future Covid-19 restrictions. Please be prepared for change accordingly. 

*Position may require travel/transportation*

Reports to: Financial Aid and Mentorship Program Coordinator

Total hours: 10-12 per week

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship position for college-level course credits. Only students who are enrolled in a relevant internship post-secondary course will be eligible. 

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and two professional references to Megan Wingo at mwingo@futuresnw.org and Atiana Garza at agarza@futuresnw.org. 

What an Incredible Year - Thanks to Your Support!

As you wrap up the academic year with us, we're thrilled to share some highlights, gratitude, and about our upcoming QuickStart to College and Learning with Leaders events.

Past - Financial aid events

We are incredibly grateful for the many volunteers, school and college partners that stepped up to support students and families at various financial aid workshops. In the 2022-2023 school year, we helped coordinate 69 events and served over 1,263 students, 136 of which were qualified for the College Bound Scholarship. Our expanded capacity was made possible due to funding and support from BTC, SVC, and WCC! If you know of any students who would like help completing their application we have one more virtual event Wednesday, June 14th, 5:30-6:30. Cheers to an incredible year and finishing strong!

Present - Quickstart to College

Summer is right around the corner, which means Quickstart to College application is open! We’re thrilled to offer this no-cost summer camp opportunity that prepares students for college selection, applications, scholarships, and financial aid processes. Thanks to our supporters, we are able to put on our biggest event yet! If you know a rising senior who would benefit from some additional support, our application deadline is June 19th. For more information visit our website here. Quickstart to College will be held on August 5th-8th.

Future - Learning with Leaders

The dates are in! Beginning this fall, FuturesNW will host three seasonal Learning with Leaders events. This event series connects students to in-demand careers through hands-on workshops in fields like advanced manufacturing/construction, healthcare, and information technology. Our partners are the backbone of this events. Learning with Leaders would not be possible without them!

Fall Event: October 27, 2023, at Whatcom Community College

Winter Event: February 1, 2024, at Skagit Valley College

Spring Event: May 21, 2024, at Bellingham Technical College

If you or a business you know is interested in becoming a sponsor or partnering with a professor to create a hands-on workshop, click the links below to learn more.

Sponsor an event

Facilitate a workshop

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin 06/06/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • Due Today! Washington Opportunity Scholarship: Career & Technical Scholarship. Hundreds of $1,500 scholarships will be given to students pursuing high-demand trade, STEM, and healthcare careers this fall. WA residents of any age can access flexible funding to pay for their housing, transportation, food, and more while pursuing an eligible program at any of the state's 34 community and technical colleges; plus, rural students may qualify for thousands more in support!

  • Are you a Dual Credit or Running Start Student Experiencing Foster Care? The ETV Dual Credit application is for students enrolled in an eligible program earning a high school diploma and taking college credits toward a degree at an accredited college or university. Students may be eligible to receive up to $2,000 per academic year (fall, winter, and spring) to help with expenses such as books, fees, supplies, and transportation.

  • BigFuture: National Recognition Programs. One application. Infinite possibilities. Help colleges recognize your hard work and accomplishments. Due Jun. 12.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest

($10,000) - This is the coolest scholarship contest around! Students are challenged to create and wear prom outfits made entirely from Duct Tape to win scholarship cash!

6/7

Navigate Your Future Scholarship

A $2,500 scholarship is offered to an HS graduate continuing their education in the aviation industry.

6/29

Geoscience IDEA Scholarship (formerly AWG Minority Scholarship)

The Geoscience Inclusion, Diversity, Equality, and Accessibility (IDEA) Scholarship program encourages women from under-served communities to pursue an education and career in the Geosciences or Earth Sciences. The scholarship annually provides up to $5000 in awards, typically split between two or more undergraduate students, and matches them with AWG mentors to enhance their careers. It also includes a one-year, sponsored AWG student membership.

6/30

Do-Over Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?"

6/30

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Fall Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

6/30

ERCA Community Contribution Scholarship

($1,500-$7,000) - The community contribution scholarship is open to all high school students who have recognized a need or problem in their community and have determined how to address it.

7/26

The Flavor of the Month Scholarship

($1,500) -Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. July is National Ice Cream Month, and that's the inspiration behind this award. People are very similar to ice cream; some are nutty, others a little exotic, while some are very comforting. If you were an ice cream flavor, which would you be and why?" (250 words or less)

7/31

Make Me Laugh Scholarship

($1,500) - Make Me Laugh is a fun scholarship that lets you cut loose and lighten things up. Looking for a scholarship for comedians? Now is your chance to show us your funny bone. Perhaps you always have an embarrassing - but funny - story to share. Great! We'll promise to laugh with you, not at you. Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

8/31

American Fire Sprinkler Association Second Chance Scholarship Contest

Open to anyone who has graduated high school or equivalency and wants to pursue a college degree or trade school education. Enter for the chance to win 1 of 5 $1,000 College Scholarships.

9/1

NAEHCY Scholarship Fund

NAEHCY Eligibility - To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Applicant must be under the age of 21
• Applicant be actively pursuing post-secondary education
• Applicant must be eligible for McKinney-Vento assistance or have experienced
homelessness while in school within the last six years
• Undocumented students who meet these criteria are eligible
• The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act defines parameters on homeless status.

9/16

We the Future Contest

Open to K-12 students, college students, law school students, graduate students, adults 25 years and older, and seniors 65 years and older. Each age group has different requirements, so applicants should visit the website for details. Amount varies.

9/17

QuestBridge National College Match

An online platform that helps outstanding low-income HS seniors gain admission and full 4-year scholarships to some of the nation's most selective colleges.

9/27

Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about texting while driving. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving.

9/30

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Winter Issue

($100-$500) - Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less.

9/30

Shout It Out Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit an online response to the question: "If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?"

9/30

Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarship

($20,000) - High school seniors with a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA may apply on our website in August of their senior year until the October 31 deadline. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

10/2

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin 05/23/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our scholarship search engines and databases list.

  • BigFuture: Pledge Your #Collegiance Scholarship. Celebrate your college decision by creating an Instagram Reel or a TikTok for a chance to win up to $10,000. Enter to win by May 31.

  • Beans for Brains Scholarship. $2,000 scholarships for students with a 3.0 GPA who know how to knit, crochet, or weave. Due May 24.

  • ACF Visionary Scholarship. $5,000 scholarship for students who complete an essay on why college is important to them. Open to all high school students. Due Jun. 1.

  • American Indian Graduate Center Scholarships. Scholarships for undergraduate students including AS, BA and BS degrees in all majors, with special scholarships for STEM majors. Due Jun. 1.

  • BigFuture: National Recognition Programs. One application. Infinite possibilities. Help colleges recognize your hard work and accomplishments. Due Jun. 12.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date 

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/21

AISES Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally-recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words.

5/31

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

Accenture American Indian Scholarship

American Indian Graduate Center offers funding opportunities for undergraduate students, including AS, BA, and BS degrees in all majors, with special scholarships for STEM majors. Must be an enrolled member of a U.S. federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group.

6/1

Wilson-Hooper Veterinary Medicine Assistance Program

For native students pursuing a degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Technology (Associate of Applied Science Degree).

6/1

Wells Fargo Scholarship for Undergraduates

(Up to $5,000) - The Wells Fargo Scholarships for Undergraduate American Indian and Alaska Native Students will fund full-time and degree-seeking first-year college students, sophomores, juniors, and seniors who hold a current GPA of 2.7 or higher with up to $5,000 for one year of study in any chosen major at any accredited institution in the United States.

6/1

Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest

($10,000) - This is the coolest scholarship contest around! Students are challenged to create and wear prom outfits made entirely from Duct Tape to win scholarship cash!

6/7

Navigate Your Future Scholarship

A $2,500 scholarship is offered to an HS graduate continuing their education in the aviation industry.

6/29

Geoscience IDEA Scholarship (formerly AWG Minority Scholarship)

The Geoscience Inclusion, Diversity, Equality, and Accessibility (IDEA) Scholarship program encourages women from under-served communities to pursue an education and career in the Geosciences or Earth Sciences. The scholarship annually provides up to $5000 in awards, typically split between two or more undergraduate students, and matches them with AWG mentors to enhance their careers. It also includes a one-year, sponsored AWG student membership.

6/30

Do-Over Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?"

6/30

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Fall Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

6/30

Gear Up Scholarship 05/09/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/21

AISES Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally-recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words.

5/31

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

Accenture American Indian Scholarship

American Indian Graduate Center offers funding opportunities for undergraduate students, including AS, BA, and BS degrees in all majors, with special scholarships for STEM majors. Must be an enrolled member of a U.S. federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group.

6/1

Wilson-Hooper Veterinary Medicine Assistance Program

For native students pursuing a degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Technology (Associate of Applied Science Degree).

6/1

Wells Fargo Scholarship for Undergraduates

(Up to $5,000) - The Wells Fargo Scholarships for Undergraduate American Indian and Alaska Native Students will fund full-time and degree-seeking first-year college students, sophomores, juniors, and seniors who hold a current GPA of 2.7 or higher with up to $5,000 for one year of study in any chosen major at any accredited institution in the United States.

6/1

Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest

($10,000) - This is the coolest scholarship contest around! Students are challenged to create and wear prom outfits made entirely from Duct Tape to win scholarship cash!

6/7

Navigate Your Future Scholarship

A $2,500 scholarship is offered to an HS graduate continuing their education in the aviation industry.

6/29

Geoscience IDEA Scholarship (formerly AWG Minority Scholarship)

The Geoscience Inclusion, Diversity, Equality, and Accessibility (IDEA) Scholarship program encourages women from under-served communities to pursue an education and career in the Geosciences or Earth Sciences. The scholarship annually provides up to $5000 in awards, typically split between two or more undergraduate students, and matches them with AWG mentors to enhance their careers. It also includes a one-year, sponsored AWG student membership.

6/30

Do-Over Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?"

6/30

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Fall Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

6/30

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin 05/02/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/21

AISES Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally-recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words.

5/31

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

Accenture American Indian Scholarship

American Indian Graduate Center offers funding opportunities for undergraduate students, including AS, BA, and BS degrees in all majors, with special scholarships for STEM majors. Must be an enrolled member of a U.S. federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group.

6/1

Wilson-Hooper Veterinary Medicine Assistance Program

For native students pursuing a degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Technology (Associate of Applied Science Degree).

6/1

Wells Fargo Scholarship for Undergraduates

(Up to $5,000) - The Wells Fargo Scholarships for Undergraduate American Indian and Alaska Native Students will fund full-time and degree-seeking first-year college students, sophomores, juniors, and seniors who hold a current GPA of 2.7 or higher with up to $5,000 for one year of study in any chosen major at any accredited institution in the United States.

6/1

Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest

($10,000) - This is the coolest scholarship contest around! Students are challenged to create and wear prom outfits made entirely from Duct Tape to win scholarship cash!

6/7

Navigate Your Future Scholarship

A $2,500 scholarship is offered to an HS graduate continuing their education in the aviation industry.

6/29

Geoscience IDEA Scholarship (formerly AWG Minority Scholarship)

The Geoscience Inclusion, Diversity, Equality, and Accessibility (IDEA) Scholarship program encourages women from under-served communities to pursue an education and career in the Geosciences or Earth Sciences. The scholarship annually provides up to $5000 in awards, typically split between two or more undergraduate students, and matches them with AWG mentors to enhance their careers. It also includes a one-year, sponsored AWG student membership.

6/30

Do-Over Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?"

6/30

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Fall Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

6/30

Scholarship Surge - April 2023

As the end of the month rolls around, so do scholarship application due dates!

Scholarships due by the end of April:

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin 04/25/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

Washington Association of County Officials

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time baccalaureate, associate, or vocational/technical certification program students.

4/30

All About Education Scholarship

($3,000) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

E-waste Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members with at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women, in particular, to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

The Paradigm Challenge

($200 - $100,000) - The Paradigm Challenge is an annual competition that invites students aged 4 to 18 worldwide to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to help solve a real-life problem and make a difference.

5/1

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/21

AISES Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally-recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words.

5/31

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin 04/18/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

KMR Group Foundation

($1,000-$3,500) - For seniors graduating from high schools in Southwest WA. Applicant must be enrolled or enrolled in Clark College, Lower Columbia College, or Mt. Hood Community College.

4/21

Washington Association of County Officials

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time baccalaureate, associate, or vocational/technical certification program students.

4/30

All About Education Scholarship

($3,000) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

E-waste Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members with at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women, in particular, to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

The Paradigm Challenge

($200 - $100,000) - The Paradigm Challenge is an annual competition that invites students aged 4 to 18 worldwide to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to help solve a real-life problem and make a difference.

5/1

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/21

AISES Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words.

5/31

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin - 04/11/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • Job Opportunity: DSHS’s Developmental Disabilities Administration. DSHS wants to partner with you to share its message with high school students. DSHS is a large employer in WA with many jobs, some of which only require a diploma. When you work for DSHS's DDA, you use help the lives of people with developmental disabilities. From increasing employment support to finding supportive living options in people's communities, the future of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families is bright. Jobs with DSHS: https://bit.ly/3Fla93L

  • Now Open! STEM Signing Day 2023. For HS seniors in WA who plan to continue their STEM education at a two-year or four-year college or university. 2023 STEM Signing Day will take place at a ceremony in Spring 2023.

  • Accepting Applications. The Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program is a national program for youth who qualify and are likely to age out of the foster care system. To meet the priority deadline, apply by Apr. 30.

  • Free Summer Camp: Neuroscience for Neurodiverse Learners (NNL) Summer Program. DO-IT Center and Center for Neurotechnology at UW are recruiting high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are citizens and permanent residents of the United States and its possessions who identify as neurodiverse learners.  Free 10-day hybrid summer camp. Aug. 7-18.

  • BigFuture Scholarships. Earn entries in monthly scholarship drawings by completing steps to plan for college.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

WWIN Star Scholar (Formerly - Washington Women in Need Education Grant)

Each WWIN Star Scholar receives up to $5,000 per academic year and up to $20,000 over her undergraduate career at the approved WA college or university. For females 18 and older.

4/13

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

($10,000) - Honoring outstanding young leaders (ages 8-18) currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months. Student needs to be working as an individual to lead their service work.

4/15

Incight Scholarship

($500-$2,500) - For students with disabilities who have demonstrated outstanding merit in giving back to the community and overcoming obstacles.

4/15

KMR Group Foundation

($1,000-$3,500) - For seniors graduating from high schools in Southwest WA. Applicant must be enrolled or enrolled in Clark College, Lower Columbia College, or Mt. Hood Community College.

4/21

Washington Association of County Officials

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time baccalaureate, associate, or vocational/technical certification program students.

4/30

All About Education Scholarship

($3,000) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

E-waste Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members with at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women, in particular, to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

The Paradigm Challenge

($200 - $100,000) - The Paradigm Challenge is an annual competition that invites students aged 4 to 18 worldwide to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to help solve a real-life problem and make a difference.

5/1

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/21

AISES Intel Growing The Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words.

5/31

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin - 04/04/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • Job Opportunity: DSHS’s Developmental Disabilities Administration. DSHS wants to partner with you to share its message with high school students. DSHS is a large employer in WA with many jobs, some of which only require a diploma. When you work for DSHS's DDA, you use help the lives of people with developmental disabilities. From increasing employment support to finding supportive living options in people's communities, the future of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families is bright. Jobs with DSHS: https://bit.ly/3Fla93L

  • Now Open! STEM Signing Day 2023. For HS seniors in WA who plan to continue their STEM education at a two-year or four-year college or university. 2023 STEM Signing Day will take place at a ceremony in Spring 2023.

  • Accepting Applications. The Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program is a national program for youth who qualify and are likely to age out of the foster care system. To meet the priority deadline, apply by Apr. 30.

  • Free Summer Camp: Neuroscience for Neurodiverse Learners (NNL) Summer Program. DO-IT Center and Center for Neurotechnology at UW are recruiting high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are citizens and permanent residents of the United States and its possessions who identify as neurodiverse learners.  Free 10-day hybrid summer camp. Aug. 7-18.

  • BigFuture Scholarships. Earn entries in monthly scholarship drawings by completing steps to plan for college.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

WWIN Star Scholar (Formerly - Washington Women in Need Education Grant)

Each WWIN Star Scholar receives up to $5,000 per academic year and up to $20,000 over her undergraduate career at the approved WA college or university. For females 18 and older.

4/13

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

($10,000) - Honoring outstanding young leaders (ages 8-18) currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months. Student needs to be working as an individual to lead their service work.

4/15

Incight Scholarship

($500-$2,500) - For students with disabilities who have demonstrated outstanding merit in giving back to the community and overcoming obstacles.

4/15

KMR Group Foundation

($1,000-$3,500) - For seniors graduating from high schools in Southwest WA. Applicant must be enrolled or enrolled in Clark College, Lower Columbia College, or Mt. Hood Community College.

4/21

Washington Association of County Officials

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time baccalaureate, associate, or vocational/technical certification program students.

4/30

All About Education Scholarship

($3,000) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

E-waste Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members with at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women, in particular, to become involved in the Union?”

5/1

The Paradigm Challenge

($200 - $100,000) - The Paradigm Challenge is an annual competition that invites students aged 4 to 18 worldwide to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to help solve a real-life problem and make a difference.

5/1

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

5/21

AISES Intel Growing The Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally-recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words, but feel free to write a little more or less.

5/31

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

5/31

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

5/31

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes!

Hello everyone!

We have some exciting news to share with you! He wasn’t looking for it, but our Financial Aid Program Coordinator Alan Alatorre-Barajas was offered and accepted his dream job creating curricula for Latine, migrant, and ELL youth that promotes Latine (and other authors of color) literature and illustrators for the Vamos Outdoors Project in April! Although it’s bittersweet to say goodbye to such a wonderful teammate at FuturesNW, we are beyond thrilled about this incredible opportunity Alan has to follow his big, important, beautiful dreams! As if all that awesomeness isn’t enough, Alan will also be starting a 12-week curriculum pocket MFA program this summer to continue his journey in education.

While at FuturesNW, Alan excelled at supporting families and students at Finacial Aid events, encouraging the team to practice gratitude, and working in collaboration to create stronger systems within our organization.

Alan, thank you for being a part of our organization’s and team’s growth. We are cheering you on in this next adventure and will savor your legacy of kindness and gratitude.

And because life is sometimes magical, we are lucky to introduce you to the newest WWU graduate of our team, Atiana Garza, as the new full-time interim Financial Aid and Mentorship Program Coordinator! Over the past 9 months, Atiana has worked with us part-time supporting, QuickStart to College, in-school mentorships, and Finacial Aid completions, all while being a full-time student at Western Washinton University and also working for the Western Success Scholars program. Atiana is self-motived, driven, hard-working, kind, thoughtful, smart, and so much more. We couldn’t be more thrilled with the opportunity to continue our journey with Atiana and have her join the team in a full-time capacity. Congratulations, Atiana!

“I am so excited to expand my horizons and join FuturesNW in a full-time capacity. I look forward to working with you all! I hope you all experience a little joy today. ”
— Atiana 

Scholarship Surge - March 2023

As the end of the month rolls around, so do scholarship application due dates!

Scholarships due by the end of March:


For more scholarship information, check out this week’s GEAR UP Washington’s bulletin.

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin - 03/22/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • Now Open! STEM Signing Day 2023. For HS seniors in WA who plan to continue their STEM education at a two-year or four-year college or university. 2023 STEM Signing Day will take place at a ceremony in Spring 2023.

  • Foster Care to Success Scholarships. Up to $5,000 renewable scholarship (for up to 5 years), based on need and merit, for students in public or private foster care. Due Mar. 31.

  • Accepting Applications. The Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program is a national program for youth who qualify and are likely to age out of the foster care system. To meet the priority deadline, apply by Apr. 30.

  • Free Summer Camp: Neuroscience for Neurodiverse Learners (NNL) Summer Program. DO-IT Center and Center for Neurotechnology at UW are recruiting high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are citizens and permanent residents of the United States and its possessions who identify as neurodiverse learners.  Free 10-day hybrid summer camp. Aug. 7-18.

  • BigFuture Scholarships. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college.

College Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

Nicholas A. Virgilio Memorial Haiku Competition

For 7-12 graders. You must submit up to 3 haiku poems. All haiku must be previously unpublished, original work, & not entered in any other contest or submitted elsewhere for publication. $50.

3/21

Chin: Shui Kuen & Allen Chin Scholarship

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. Student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian, and other progressive causes.

3/24

LULAC National Scholarship Fund

For youth in underserved communities to help make the dream of college enrollment a reality.

3/31

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Summer Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

National Youth Science Camp

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after graduating high school.

3/31

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

($3,000-$12,000) - All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

(Up to $15,000 per Year) - For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

4/1

American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior Scholarship Contest

Open to HS seniors. Citizenship/legal residency is required. A total of $20,000 is awarded. Ten (10) winners will receive a scholarship of $2,000 each.

4/1

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program

Competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

4/3

National Peace Essay Contest for HS Students

Must write an essay related to their assigned topic. The winner of the contest receives a $2,500 cash prize, an all-expense paid trip to D.C. to meet Dept. of State and USIP leadership, and a full tuition paid voyage with Semester at Sea upon the student’s enrollment at an accredited university.

4/3

American Foreign Service Association National HS Essay Contest

For 9-12th graders. Must submit an essay related to Foreign Service. Winner receives $2,500 a trip to D.C. to meet the Secretary of State, and full tuition for a Semester at Sea educational voyage.

4/3

WWIN Star Scholar (Formerly - Washington Women in Need Education Grant)

Each WWIN Star Scholar receives up to $5,000 per academic year and up to $20,000 over her undergraduate college career at the approved WA college or university of her choice. For females 18 and older.

4/13

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

($10,000) - Honoring outstanding young leaders (ages 8-18) currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months. Student needs to be working as an individual to lead their service work.

4/15

Incight Scholarship

($500-$2,500) - For students with disabilities who have demonstrated outstanding merit in giving back to the community and overcoming obstacles.

4/15

KMR Group Foundation

($1,000-$3,500) - For seniors graduating from high schools in Southwest WA. Applicant must be currently enrolled or will be enrolled in Clark College, Lower Columbia College, or Mt. Hood Community College.

4/21

Washington Association of County Officials

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time students in a baccalaureate degree, associate degree, or vocational/technical certification program.

4/30

All About Education Scholarship

($3,000) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

4/30

E-waste Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

4/30

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin - 03/15/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

Video: How to Effectively Find Scholarships. Looking for scholarships can feel overwhelming. But have no fear; in this video, we will share some tips on how to improve your search. Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • BigFuture Scholarships. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college.

  • Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE). For HS seniors and community & technical college students for outstanding performance in career and technical education (CTE) programs. Due Mar. 17.

  • Sub Pop Loser Scholarship. $18,000 in scholarships for OR & WA students interested in music and/or creative media and arts in some way. *Sub Pop’s use of the word “loser” goes back to the foundation of the label and is meant as a celebration of unabashedly being ourselves.... Due Mar. 21.

  • Foster Care to Success Scholarships. Up to $5,000 renewable scholarship (for up to 5 years), based on need and merit, for students in public or private foster care. Due Mar. 31.

  • Accepting Applications. The Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program is a national program for youth who qualify and are likely to age out of the foster care system. To meet the priority deadline, apply by Apr. 30.

  • Free Summer Camp: Neuroscience for Neurodiverse Learners (NNL) Summer Program. DO-IT Center and Center for Neurotechnology at UW are recruiting high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are citizens and permanent residents of the United States and its possessions who identify as neurodiverse learners.  Free 10-day hybrid summer camp. Aug. 7-18.

Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

Video: How to Effectively Find Scholarships. Looking for scholarships can feel overwhelming. But have no fear; in this video, we will share some tips on how to improve your search. Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • BigFuture Scholarships. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college.

  • Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE). For HS seniors and community & technical college students for outstanding performance in career and technical education (CTE) programs. Due Mar. 17.

  • Sub Pop Loser Scholarship. $18,000 in scholarships for OR & WA students interested in music and/or creative media and arts in some way. *Sub Pop’s use of the word “loser” goes back to the foundation of the label and is meant as a celebration of unabashedly being ourselves.... Due Mar. 21.

  • Foster Care to Success Scholarships. Up to $5,000 renewable scholarship (for up to 5 years), based on need and merit, for students in public or private foster care. Due Mar. 31.

  • Accepting Applications. The Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program is a national program for youth who qualify and are likely to age out of the foster care system. To meet the priority deadline, apply by Apr. 30.

  • Free Summer Camp: Neuroscience for Neurodiverse Learners (NNL) Summer Program. DO-IT Center and Center for Neurotechnology at UW are recruiting high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are citizens and permanent residents of the United States and its possessions who identify as neurodiverse learners.  Free 10-day hybrid summer camp. Aug. 7-18.

Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date

Junior Duck Stamp Contest

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species.

3/15

Microsoft DisAbility Scholarship

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry Renewable –annual award of $5,000 for up to four consecutive years.

3/15

Louie Foundation Scholarship

$100,000 in scholarships available, especially for students with w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/17

Nicholas A. Virgilio Memorial Haiku Competition

For 7-12 graders. You must submit up to 3 haiku poems. All haiku must be previously unpublished, original work, & not entered in any other contest or submitted elsewhere for publication. $50.

3/21

Chin: Shui Kuen & Allen Chin Scholarship

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. Student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian, and other progressive causes.

3/24

LULAC National Scholarship Fund

For youth in underserved communities to help make the dream of college enrollment a reality.

3/31

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Summer Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

National Youth Science Camp

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after graduating high school.

3/31

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

($3,000-$12,000) - All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

(Up to $15,000 per Year) - For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

4/1

American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior Scholarship Contest

Open to HS seniors. Citizenship/legal residency is required. A total of $20,000 is awarded. Ten (10) winners will receive a scholarship of $2,000 each.

4/1

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program

Competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

4/3

National Peace Essay Contest for HS Students

Must write an essay related to their assigned topic. The winner of the contest receives a $2,500 cash prize, an all-expense paid trip to D.C. to meet Dept. of State and USIP leadership, and a full tuition paid voyage with Semester at Sea upon the student’s enrollment at an accredited university.

4/3

American Foreign Service Association National HS Essay Contest

For 9-12th graders. Must submit an essay related to Foreign Service. Winner receives $2,500 a trip to D.C. to meet the Secretary of State, and full tuition for a Semester at Sea educational voyage.

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