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CJ Davidson Scholarship
$18,000

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America awards ten scholarships to outstanding members in Texas. The scholarship is $2,250 per semester and will be continued for eight semesters if the recipient continues to be qualified under the rules regulated by the scholarship. Recipients must attend the Texas FCCLA State Leadership Conference held in the spring to accept their scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to an alternate in the event the recipient does not attend. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applications should be completed in full and returned to the Association, which will carry out the application process, evaluation procedure and determination of...

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Mar 01, 2022

Senator Grady and Andrine Hazlewood Scholarship
$8,000

Through a gift from the Hazlewood's estate to the Amarillo Area Foundation, Senator Grady and Andrine Smith Hazlewood have provided many scholarships to Panhandle students with this scholarship established in 1987. Senator Hazlewood represented District 31 in the Texas Senate from 1941 to 1971. While in office, Senator Hazlewood was instrumental in implementing many positive changes that continue to benefit the residents of the Texas Panhandle. ELIGIBILITY A) Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from the northernmost 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle; B) Exhibit financial need and motivation; and C) Maintain a cumulative high school GPA of...

Deadline

Feb 11, 2022

Texas Conditional Grant Program
$6,000

The Conditional Grant Program is available to eligible students pursuing a degree in civil engineering or a department-approved operational business discipline. The Conditional Grant Program will consider both Texas public and private four-year institutions. Students accepted into the program receive up to $3,000 per semester or $6,000 per academic year for tuition, based on financial need. Application Please read below for eligibility requirements. If you are eligible, we encourage you to fill out an application. Eligibility Requirements To qualify for the Conditional Grant Program, you must: A) Be economically disadvantaged. Review the Federal Poverty Guidelines. B) Be a Texas resident...

Deadline

Mar 01, 2022

Big Tex Scholarship Program
$6,000

The Big Tex Scholarship Program has awarded college scholarships to more than 2,700 students for a total of more than $13.7 million. Eligible recipients include graduating high school seniors around the state of Texas who have participated in competitive youth livestock events held at the State Fair, graduating seniors from six Dallas Independent School District high schools in the Fair Park area, and seasonal employees of the State Fair of Texas or their dependents. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 1) Pete Schenkel Scholarship Honoring its past Chairman Pete Schenkel each year, the State Fair of Texas awards multiple $6,000 scholarships to selected applicants...

Deadline

Feb 01, 2022

Susan Howard Community Service Award
$5,000

The purpose of the Susan Howard Community Service Award is to honor and reward academically adept students from low income families in Texas or Great Britain who have demonstrated initiative and leadership skills through their dedication to benefiting their community. Susan Howard, President of BAFTX for 9 years, ran the organization until 2017 with passion and dedication, growing it to be a great success. Our Susan Howard Community Service Award was set up in her memory, to award those who, like her, champion and support their community. In memory of Susan Howard, Founder of the British American Foundation of Texas,...

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Mar 31, 2022

Alvin A. and Hattie Mae Bush Accounting Scholarship
$4,000

This scholarship was established in 1978 by Alvin A. and Hattie Mae Bush, longtime residents of Amarillo, both of whom passed away in 1982. Mr. and Mrs. Bush were both accountants before they met, and after their marriage in 1948, combined their business interests and enjoyed many years together in their accounting partnership. As their business grew, they began to share their wealth with others in numerous ways. This scholarship is one way in which the legacy of Mr. and Mrs. Bush continues to give back to the community. This scholarship benefits students who exhibit desire and potential expertise in...

Deadline

Feb 11, 2022

Benjamin Gimp Raffkind Memorial Scholarship
$4,000

Myrna and Daniel Raffkind established this scholarship in November 2000 in memory of their son, Benjamin Gimp Raffkind, to benefit students planning to attend Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University. Eligibility A) Applicant must be a graduating senior from a high school in the northernmost 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle; B) Have a cumulative high school GPA of 80 (3.2 on a 4.0 scale); and C) Exhibit community service and leadership. Scholarship Amount $500/semester for up to 8 semesters Scholarship Requirements Each semester's payment is contingent upon meeting the following: A) Recipient must attend college the fall semester...

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Feb 11, 2022

Dallam County 4-H Scholarship
$3,000

This scholarship was established in 1997 by the Dallam County 4-H Parent Organization for the benefit of graduating seniors from Dallam County who are involved in 4-H. ELIGIBILITY A) Applicant must be a graduating senior from Dallam County; B) Attend 50% of 4-H club meetings during senior year; C) Be enrolled in a 4-H for a minimum of four years; D) Complete at least one project per year; and E) Submit a 4-H record book during three of the prior four years. APPLICATION Available from Dallam County AgriLife Agent AWARD SELECTION Outside Scholarship Selection Committee SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS *Payment is contingent...

Deadline

Feb 11, 2022

Elesa Kay Crump Memorial Scholarship
$3,000

This scholarship was established by Peggy and Kenneth Crump in 2011 in memory of their daughter. The fund provides scholarship(s) to either graduating high school seniors or currently enrolled college graduate students in the northernmost 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who have a documented disability (physical, mental, and/or learning) and are planning to attend or are currently enrolled at Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University. ELIGIBILITY A) Applicant must be a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled college or graduate student; B) Must have a documented physical, mental, and/or learning disability; C) Graduating seniors must have maintained...

Deadline

Feb 11, 2022

Justin Forrest Cox Memorial Scholarship
$2,500

Established in memory of Justin Forrest Cox, who died at age 16. Justin was well-respected and had the ability to become friends with anyone. Destined to become great, he died before his time. Justin greatly admired those who persisted against daunting odds to achieve their goals. This scholarship is meant for those who have ""Beaten the Odds." Eligibility: Applicants must: A) Graduate from a Victoria ISD high school; B) Have a "C" average or better; C) Be studying for a four-year baccalaureate degree; D) Complete at least 12 credit hours per semester; E) Overcome a significant difficulty in graduating from...

Deadline

Apr 01, 2022

Mike Lozano Memorial Scholarship
$2,500

This scholarship fund was established in 2013 by family and friends of Coach Lozano. The fund will provide one scholarship annually to a graduating high school senior athlete from the northernmost 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. Eligibility A) Graduating high school senior; B) Must be a student athlete; C) Must have a 2.0 GPA to apply and must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 while in college; D) May attend any accredited college/university; E) Must be interested in pursuing a degree in education and/or coaching for the purpose of teaching and coaching at the high school level upon...

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Feb 11, 2022

Dr. Zoel G. Allen Memorial Scholarship
$2,000

This scholarship was established in 2013 by the family of the late Dr. Zoel G. Allen. ELIGIBILITY A) Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from Perryton High School or Top of Texas Accelerated Education Center, or currently enrolled college student or student returning to college who graduated from Perryton High School. B) Currently enrolled or returning college student must have a 2.8 GPA to be eligible to apply. APPLICATION Amarillo Area Foundation (AAF) General Scholarship Application online at aaf.spectrumportal.net AWARD SELECTION AAF Scholarship Selection Committee, as well as Allen family members SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT $500/semester for up to 8...

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Feb 11, 2022

Bob and Margaret W. Kesterson Scholarship
$2,000

This scholarship was established in 1989 by Margaret Kesterson for a working student in the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle who plans to attend or is attending Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University. Eligibility A) Applicant must be a student in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who plans to attend or is attending Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University and major in any field of study; B) Must be working part-time and plan to work while attending college/university; and C) Must exhibit financial need and exemplify leadership and community. Application Amarillo Area Foundation...

Deadline

Feb 11, 2022

Senator Teel Bivins Scholarship
$1,000

This scholarship was established by Senator Teel Bivins in 1999. The scholarship is for graduating high school seniors located within Senate District 31 who wish to pursue a degree and teacher certification in education. While serving as the President Pro Tempore of the Texas State Senate during the 76th Legislative Session, Senator Bivins declined the opportunity to serve as "Governor for a Day," requiring that he preside over a traditional celebration in which his friends and colleagues would have spent their own funds participating in the travel and expense of the celebration; and opted instead to establish the scholarship fund...

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Feb 11, 2022

Howard D. Graves Scholarship
$1,000

This scholarship was established in memory of Howard D. Graves (1939-2003) in 2007 by friends and colleagues. Mr. Graves served as Chancellor of the Texas A&M System from 1999 until two weeks before succumbing to cancer in 2003. He was a United States Army officer who served as the Superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy from 1991 to 1996. A 1961 graduate of West Point, he was a Rhodes Scholar, earning three degrees from Oxford during his army career. During his service in the Army, he was the personal aide to two Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Admiral...

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Feb 11, 2022

Henry Hamilton Scholarship
$1,000

This scholarship was established by Xcel Energy employees, the Xcel Energy Foundation, and friends and family of Henry Hamilton. Eligibility A) Applicant must be a graduating or currently enrolled student from the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle Scholarship Amount $500/semester for up to 2 semesters Scholarship Requirements Each semester's payment is contingent upon meeting the following: A) Recipient must attend college the fall semester immediately following selection; B) Maintain full-time student status (typically 12 credit hours/semester for undergraduate studies); C) Maintain a 2.5 or better cumulative GPA while in college; and D) Attend any accredited college/university and major...

Deadline

Feb 11, 2022

Jake Jones Memorial Scholarship for the Learning Disabled
$1,000

This scholarship was established in 1995 by the family of Jake Jones and the community of Claude for learning disabled graduating seniors in the Texas Panhandle. Eligibility A) Graduating seniors from the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle who have a documented learning disability B) Exhibit integrity, ambition, good moral character and a strong desire to achieve a higher level of education C) Demonstrate the ability to overcome obstacles caused by the learning disability D) Demonstrate a high standard of values, such as loyalty to friends, family, and faith E) Cumulative High School GPA of 2.5 or higher F)...

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Feb 11, 2022

Jack and Marci McMicken Scholarship
$1,000

This scholarship was established by the Amarillo Bowling Association in memory of Jack L. and Marci McMicken for their love of, dedication and contributions to, and promotion of the sport of bowling. Eligibility A) Applicant must be a graduating senior; B) Be a member or have an immediate family member of the Amarillo Bowling Association, Amarillo Women's Bowling Association or the Amarillo Young American Bowling Association; C) Demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, and good attendance; and D) Furnish recommendation from high school counselor or teacher. Application Contact a member of the Amarillo Bowling Association or bowling centers in Amarillo or...

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Feb 11, 2022

Moore County Gin Doug Nix Memorial Scholarship
$1,000

This scholarship was established by members of the Moore County Gin in memory of Mr. Doug Nix in 2009. Mr. Nix farmed in the Texas Panhandle for over 50 years, receiving many awards throughout his successful farming career. He was the organizer and founding partner of the Carson County Gin, the Moore County Gin and the Amarillo Cotton Warehouse. Eligibility A) Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from Channing, Dalhart, Dumas, Stratford or Sunray High Schools; and B) Have a cumulative GPA of 75 or above (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) in high school. Scholarship Amount $500/semester for...

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Feb 11, 2022

Panhandle Restaurant Association Scholarship
$1,000

This scholarship was established in 2013 by the Panhandle Restaurant Association for the benefit of graduating high school seniors currently employed at a restaurant. Eligibility A) Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle; B) Exhibit financial need, citizenship, character and a determination to succeed; and C) Preference will be given to students planning to major in the field of culinary arts, restaurant management, or a related field. Scholarship Amount $500/semester for up to 2 semesters Scholarship Requirements Each semester's payment is contingent upon meeting the following: A) Recipient must attend...

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Feb 11, 2022

Text Free For Tita Bi-Annual Scholarship
$1,000

Patterson Law Group is looking for students to use their creativity to create & share ways to reduce the number of accidents due to distracted driving in Texas. Submissions can be in the following forms: A) Video or other multimedia B) Written (like a poem) C) Photo or Graphic (including a viral Facebook post or mock-up of a billboard) Then post your submission on Facebook or Instagram with the hashtags #TextFreeForTita and #scholarship (must be public) and tag @pattersonlawgroup. We encourage applicants to get creative! We are excited to provide this opportunity to students, and look forward to reviewing the...

Deadline

Dec 15, 2021

Bill Goodson Memorial Scholarship
$500

This scholarship was established in May 1987 by the Amarillo Handgunners Club, Inc. to provide financial aid to a deserving student engaged in or sincerely interested in a shooting sport or activity. The scholarship is named in memory of Bill Goodson, a stalwart pioneer of the club. Eligibility Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle; and Be engaged in or sincerely interested in a shooting sport or activity.

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Feb 11, 2022

1890 Scholars Program
$40,000

The USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is a partnership between of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. The program awards scholarships to students to attend one of 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. What does a scholarship under the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program provide? A scholarship under the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program provides: A) Full tuition; B) Employment with the USDA during the summer and after graduation; C) Employee benefits while employed with USDA; D) Fees; E) Books; F) Use of a laptop computer, printer, and software while on scholarship; G) Room and board for...

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Feb 01, 2022

Women's Cyber Security Scholarships
$6,000

Up to ten scholarships will be awarded. Each scholarship award will be between $1,000 - $6,000 ELIGIBILITY A) Must be pursuing, or plan to pursue, a degree with a focus on cybersecurity or information assurance." B) You may be a senior in high school, an undergraduate student, graduate or post graduate student to be eligible." C) GPA must be at least 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or an analogous rank based on a comparable scale). D) You may be a citizen of any country (US citizenship not required). E) May be attending on campus or online. F) May be attending...

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Feb 28, 2022

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship
$5,000

The Jimmy Rane Foundation was established with the purpose of sending deserving students to college. Since then, the Foundation has awarded 510 scholarships to well-deserving students. These hard-working and outstanding students have taken these scholarships all over the country to institutions including: Auburn, Alabama, University of Pennsylvania, Harvard, Texas Tech, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Indiana, Troy, Duke, Stanford, Vanderbilt, Georgia Tech, Georgia and many more. We're confident that these exceptional scholars will use their education to accomplish great things. We're also confident that they will one day return the favor to someone else in need. The eligibility criteria to be considered...

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Feb 07, 2022

Young Women in Public Affairs Award
$5,000

Though about 40% of the world's workforce is women, according to data from the Inter-Parliamentary Union, only 25.5% of all national parliamentarians were female as of 1 April 2021. Because Zonta International believes that young women are the key to women's advancement in the field of public service, it offers the Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award, which recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life. Established in 1990 by Past International President Leneen Forde, Zonta has given...

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Apr 01, 2022

National Dairy Shrine Scholarships
$3,000

Tomorrow's dairy leaders are here today, in classrooms, dairy youth organizations, at dairy competitions and on dairy farms across the country. National Dairy Shrine's task is to encourage, stimulate and inspire them. Since its inception, National Dairy Shrine has recognized the importance of laying a foundation for the future, and has constantly expanded its youth programs to capture and challenge the interest of outstanding dairy youth. Dairy students, our future leaders, are eligible to apply for National Dairy Shrine college scholarships and recognition awards with grants totaling over $40,000 every year. All National Dairy Shrine scholarships and student awards are...

Deadline

Apr 15, 2022

Matsuo Bridge Company Scholarship
$2,500

Matsuo Bridge Company, Ltd. of Japan is one of Japan's leading fabricators of steel for bridges, buildings and other structures. Established in 1925, the company operates steel fabrication plants in Sakai (Osaka), Chiba (Tokyo) and Shanghai, China. In addition to sales offices in every major city throughout Japan, the company has overseas representative offices in Houston, Texas and Hanoi, Vietnam and a subsidiary company, Hamilton Construction Company, in Springfield, Oregon. Listed on the Tokyo and Osaka stock exchanges, Matsuo Bridge boasts numerous signature projects throughout Japan, including the world's longest suspension bridge. The company has also completed projects in North...

Deadline

Mar 01, 2022

Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarship
$1,500

The Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarship of the Simon Youth Foundation supports graduating seniors who live in a Simon mall community through one-time scholarships. Scholarship recipients are eligible for a one-time scholarship of up to $1,500 (based on available funding), with one scholarship awarded at each Simon center. In addition, the top-ranking applicants selected in Simon communities will be eligible for the Award of Excellence, which is a renewable scholarship awarded to one student in eligible Simon regions. To be eligible, applicants must: A) Be a high school senior attending school and living in a Simon® community, and planning to...

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Feb 16, 2022

Review It Scholarship
$1,000

Dr. Gabriel and Christine Chiu are active philanthropists who avidly support a variety of organizations such as: Children Mending Hearts, Cedars Sinai, the American Red Cross, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, John Wayne Cancer Institute, Children's Action Network, GenArt, AVIVA, Project Angel Food, Center Dance Arts, Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Obesity, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Help for Orphans, the American Red Cross, P.S. Arts, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Art of Elysium, Nancy Davis Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis, Children's Action Network and the Music Center. Student Eligibility To be eligible for the Dr. Gabriel and Christine Chiu "Review It" Scholarship...

Deadline

May 15, 2022

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