Reach for the Stars
$5,000
The Nevada State Education Association (NSEA), working together with elected officials and members of the community, is proud to award two Loretta Harper Reach for the Stars scholarships. NSEA especially encourages students pursuing degrees in education to apply, but applicants from any field are welcome—support is not restricted to education majors.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior or a graduate of a Nevada public high school.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a Nevada-accredited:
- community college,
- four-year university, or
- career and technical education institution.
How to apply
Application materials are available below....
The Nevada State Education Association (NSEA), working together with elected officials and members of the community, is proud to award two Loretta Harper Reach for the Stars scholarships. NSEA especially encourages students pursuing degrees in education to apply, but applicants from any field are welcome—support is not restricted to education majors.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior or a graduate of a Nevada public high school.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a Nevada-accredited:
- community college,
- four-year university, or
- career and technical education institution.
How to apply
Application materials are available below....
Ron and Linda Smith Family Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Smith family values the opportunities higher education provided them and strongly supports others who seek training and schooling to improve their career prospects. Acknowledging the financial burdens that come with furthering one’s education, Ron and Linda Smith established a scholarship to help Northern Nevada students pursue their academic and vocational goals.
Scholarship overview
The Ron & Linda Smith Family Scholarship supports residents of Northern Nevada who are enrolled at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), Western Nevada College (WNC), or Great Basin College (GBC), or who are participating in an approved vocational program. The award is a one-time grant...
Introduction
The Smith family values the opportunities higher education provided them and strongly supports others who seek training and schooling to improve their career prospects. Acknowledging the financial burdens that come with furthering one’s education, Ron and Linda Smith established a scholarship to help Northern Nevada students pursue their academic and vocational goals.
Scholarship overview
The Ron & Linda Smith Family Scholarship supports residents of Northern Nevada who are enrolled at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), Western Nevada College (WNC), or Great Basin College (GBC), or who are participating in an approved vocational program. The award is a one-time grant...
West Coast Equine Foundation Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The West Coast Equine Foundation (WCEF) is a nonprofit organization affiliated with the Murieta Equestrian Center (MEC) in Rancho Murieta, California. WCEF was formed by MEC leadership as a means of giving back to the equestrian community that has supported the Center and its expanding lineup of annual events.
What WCEF does
WCEF supports the horse community through scholarships, signature events, a youth horsemanship challenge, and partnerships with local community groups and therapeutic-riding organizations. Through these programs and outreach efforts, the Foundation seeks to educate, entertain, and engage the regional equine community—promoting horsemanship, sportsmanship, and a deeper appreciation for...
Introduction
The West Coast Equine Foundation (WCEF) is a nonprofit organization affiliated with the Murieta Equestrian Center (MEC) in Rancho Murieta, California. WCEF was formed by MEC leadership as a means of giving back to the equestrian community that has supported the Center and its expanding lineup of annual events.
What WCEF does
WCEF supports the horse community through scholarships, signature events, a youth horsemanship challenge, and partnerships with local community groups and therapeutic-riding organizations. Through these programs and outreach efforts, the Foundation seeks to educate, entertain, and engage the regional equine community—promoting horsemanship, sportsmanship, and a deeper appreciation for...
Italian Catholic Federation Scholarships
$1,000
Overview
Since 1964 the Italian Catholic Federation (I.C.F.) has provided in excess of $2,000,000 in scholarships to more than 6,000 Catholic high school students who go on to college. Each spring the Federation receives nearly 200 scholarship applications from students attending public and Catholic high schools in California, Nevada and Illinois.
Who is eligible
- Minimum academic requirement: a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 based on 3½ years (grades 9 through the first quarter or semester of grade 12).
- Applicants must be Roman Catholic and meet ONE of the following:
1) Be of Italian descent and reside within...
Overview
Since 1964 the Italian Catholic Federation (I.C.F.) has provided in excess of $2,000,000 in scholarships to more than 6,000 Catholic high school students who go on to college. Each spring the Federation receives nearly 200 scholarship applications from students attending public and Catholic high schools in California, Nevada and Illinois.
Who is eligible
- Minimum academic requirement: a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 based on 3½ years (grades 9 through the first quarter or semester of grade 12).
- Applicants must be Roman Catholic and meet ONE of the following:
1) Be of Italian descent and reside within...
Royal Business Bank Scholarship Program
$1,000
Overview
Royal Business Bank is offering $5,000 in scholarship funding, distributed as five awards of $1,000 each, to support high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time as degree-seeking students in college in Fall 2026. These scholarships are intended for young people who live within Royal Business Bank’s service areas and are pursuing higher education.
Who is eligible
- Current high school seniors who live in one of the following counties:
- New York: New York County, Kings County, Queens County, Richmond County
- New Jersey: Middlesex County
- California: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County
- Nevada: Clark...
Overview
Royal Business Bank is offering $5,000 in scholarship funding, distributed as five awards of $1,000 each, to support high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time as degree-seeking students in college in Fall 2026. These scholarships are intended for young people who live within Royal Business Bank’s service areas and are pursuing higher education.
Who is eligible
- Current high school seniors who live in one of the following counties:
- New York: New York County, Kings County, Queens County, Richmond County
- New Jersey: Middlesex County
- California: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County
- Nevada: Clark...
Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship
$2,500
The Cathay Bank Foundation provides financial support to young people living within the Bank’s service areas who are pursuing postsecondary education.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a high school senior living in one of Cathay Bank’s service counties located in California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Texas, or Washington.
- Must plan to begin college as a first‑year student in Fall 2026 at a U.S.-accredited four‑year college/university or at a community college. (If chosen, you will be required to submit an official college acceptance letter for confirmation.)
- Minimum cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0.
-...
The Cathay Bank Foundation provides financial support to young people living within the Bank’s service areas who are pursuing postsecondary education.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a high school senior living in one of Cathay Bank’s service counties located in California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Texas, or Washington.
- Must plan to begin college as a first‑year student in Fall 2026 at a U.S.-accredited four‑year college/university or at a community college. (If chosen, you will be required to submit an official college acceptance letter for confirmation.)
- Minimum cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0.
-...
Robert W. Thunen Memorial Scholarship
$5,000
Thunen Memorial Scholarship — Overview and Requirements
Award amount
- $1,000 to $5,000 per recipient.
Purpose and timing
- Funds are intended to support students pursuing education and careers in lighting. Deadline for consideration for the fall term: April 30. (Example: an application submitted by April 30, 2025 would make any awarded funds available for the 2025–2026 fall school year.)
Who is eligible
- Full‑time third- or fourth‑year undergraduate students (junior or senior level) studying lighting-related subjects.
- Graduate students engaged in lighting-focused study. Graduate applicants should be working on a lighting-centered project or thesis as part of their degree...
Thunen Memorial Scholarship — Overview and Requirements
Award amount
- $1,000 to $5,000 per recipient.
Purpose and timing
- Funds are intended to support students pursuing education and careers in lighting. Deadline for consideration for the fall term: April 30. (Example: an application submitted by April 30, 2025 would make any awarded funds available for the 2025–2026 fall school year.)
Who is eligible
- Full‑time third- or fourth‑year undergraduate students (junior or senior level) studying lighting-related subjects.
- Graduate students engaged in lighting-focused study. Graduate applicants should be working on a lighting-centered project or thesis as part of their degree...
Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
$500
Eligibility for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
Introductory summary:
To qualify for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship, applicants must meet age, academic, residency, and submission requirements listed below. The essay prompt is available on the application page and must be completed by the stated deadline.
Who is eligible:
- Age: You must be between 17 and 24 years old as of September 1, 2026.
- Essay: Provide a response to the essay question shown on the application page and submit it before the deadline of May 1, 2026.
- Academic standing: Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Residency: Be...
Eligibility for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
Introductory summary:
To qualify for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship, applicants must meet age, academic, residency, and submission requirements listed below. The essay prompt is available on the application page and must be completed by the stated deadline.
Who is eligible:
- Age: You must be between 17 and 24 years old as of September 1, 2026.
- Essay: Provide a response to the essay question shown on the application page and submit it before the deadline of May 1, 2026.
- Academic standing: Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Residency: Be...
Pacific Forest Foundation Scholarship
$3,000
The Pacific Forest Foundation (PFF) extends its scholarship program to students pursuing studies in fields related to forestry. To qualify, students must be residents of any western states (CA, WA, OR, ID, AK, AZ, NV, UT, WY, MT and CO), British Columbia, or New Zealand. The application period commences in January each year, with a deadline of May 1st for all submissions to reach the PFF office.Each year, PFF aims to grant between 5 and 10 scholarships, with individual amounts ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. These funds are intended to assist with tuition and book expenses. The scholarship money is...
The Pacific Forest Foundation (PFF) extends its scholarship program to students pursuing studies in fields related to forestry. To qualify, students must be residents of any western states (CA, WA, OR, ID, AK, AZ, NV, UT, WY, MT and CO), British Columbia, or New Zealand. The application period commences in January each year, with a deadline of May 1st for all submissions to reach the PFF office.Each year, PFF aims to grant between 5 and 10 scholarships, with individual amounts ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. These funds are intended to assist with tuition and book expenses. The scholarship money is...
Got a Spine Scholarship
$500
Eligibility Criteria for the "Got a Spine Scholarship" by Arctic Chiropractic:
To qualify for the Arctic Chiropractic's "Got a Spine Scholarship", the following conditions must be met by the student:
1) The student must be enrolled in a college or university by October 2026.
2) By October 2026, the student must be attending the college or university on a full-time basis.
3) The student must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher in their most recent academic year.
4) The student must be a resident of either the United States or Canada.
5) By October 2026, the student...
Eligibility Criteria for the "Got a Spine Scholarship" by Arctic Chiropractic:
To qualify for the Arctic Chiropractic's "Got a Spine Scholarship", the following conditions must be met by the student:
1) The student must be enrolled in a college or university by October 2026.
2) By October 2026, the student must be attending the college or university on a full-time basis.
3) The student must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher in their most recent academic year.
4) The student must be a resident of either the United States or Canada.
5) By October 2026, the student...
Stuck at Prom Scholarship
$10,000
Introduction Duck Brand is marking the 26th anniversary of its Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest, and you’re invited to join the celebration. More than 8,500 students have crafted unique promwear from Duck Brand tapes in past contests — now it’s your turn to design something eye-catching and compete for scholarship awards. How the contest works — three simple steps 1) Create Design and wear original prom attire made with Duck Brand duct tape and/or Duck Brand crafting tape. Be sure to capture the moment with a high-resolution photograph. Refer to the official rules for full specifications. 2) Submit Complete the...
Introduction Duck Brand is marking the 26th anniversary of its Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest, and you’re invited to join the celebration. More than 8,500 students have crafted unique promwear from Duck Brand tapes in past contests — now it’s your turn to design something eye-catching and compete for scholarship awards. How the contest works — three simple steps 1) Create Design and wear original prom attire made with Duck Brand duct tape and/or Duck Brand crafting tape. Be sure to capture the moment with a high-resolution photograph. Refer to the official rules for full specifications. 2) Submit Complete the...
