Scholarship Information Updated 4/10/14

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1 Please note that scholarship application forms will be available in the if a date has been entered in the deadline column and yes has been entered in the Application Available column. applications are removed from our files after the deadline for applications has passed. All titles are bolded for sponsors offering only one scholarship. All bolded and underlined sponsors offer more than one scholarship. Information regarding each individual scholarship can be found listed in the criteria column, or on the listed websites. A special note, a few college-specific scholarships are listed on this database because they have mailed their scholarship applications to the. *** Many colleges and universities list their scholarships on their financial aid websites. Please refer to their websites for additional scholarship opportunities. Information 2013 Updated 4/10/14 Application Deadline Available Criteria Litchfield Firefighters Association Schoalrship May 20, $500 award available to a graduating high school senior who has resided in Litchfield for at least a year and plans on pursuing a career in public service studying fire science, law enforcement, nursing or EMS or other related fields. Additional information and applications are available in the. Hope Starts Here Fund May 1, Award(s) for students residing in New Hampshire, under age 21, pursuing postsecondary education, have demonstrated academic achievement and who may have experienced homelessness (defined by the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act) during their school career. To apply, please visit Souhegan Foundation May 1, Multiple scholarships available for Amherst and Mont Vernon residents. For specific criteria, applications and additional information, please visit Candia Dollars for Scholars April 30, s available for Candia residents and access to national scholarships managed by America. Please visit for applications and more information. Granite State Designers & May 2, One $500 award for a high school senior who will be attending school for civil or

2 Installers Association- Robert Woodman environmental engineering or environmental science. Atkinson Garden Club May 15, One $750 award for any graduating senior who resides in Atkinson,NH who is planning to further his/her education in horticulture, landscaping, conservation, forestry, agriculture, ecology, botany, environmental engineering, biology and related subjects. Student must have maintained an overall B average throughout his/her Junior and Senior years. This award is for second semester. Raymond Area Rotary Club May 2, $1,000 award to a graduating high school senior who resides in one of the following communities; Deerfield, Epping, Candia, Fremont, Nottingham or Raymond. Must be a US citizen. The Ann Piecuch April 16, Awards are made to graduating seniors from Trinity High School who are in good academic standing, can demonstrate financial need and who are pursuing a career in medicine or the medical arts. Where possible, but not to exclude a student meeting all other criteria who cannot provide this information, a student who can show evidence of a family member who worked in the mill industry in Manchester, NH. The Timothy P. St. Cyr April 16, A $500 award to a student who has attended all four years at Trinity High School volunteering for charitable organizations and has been accepted to an accredited four year college, will enroll as a full time undergraduate in a Military, Medical, Social or Emergency Services curriculum. Roger E. Vincent April 16, Awards to graduating seniors from Trinity High School who demonstrate commitment to leadership, co-curricular involvement, community service and academic achievement. Hooksett Kiwanis Senior May 1, First annual $500 scholarship awarded to an outstanding Hooksett senior who has made a difference in the Hooksett community during their high school years. Must have attended Hooksett schools and has lived in Hooksett for the past three years. Manchester Artists Association May 1, awarded to a graduating senior from one of the Manchester High Schools who has been accepted to an accredited art school, college or university and intends to pursue a career in applied or fine arts.

3 Society of Women Engineer s Various Multiple scholarships to support women pursuing careers in engineering, engineering technology, and computer science. Applicants complete one application and are considered for all scholarships to which they are eligible. Please visit x.php/scholarships#activepanels_ s.com Various Multiple scholarships for women with various criteria and studying engineering, business, marketing, communications and non-traditional careers. One application only. Please visit New Hampshire Daughters of the American Revolution- American Indian Heritage April 10, One $ scholarship to a high school senior based upon their American Indian heritage, community service, character and scholarship. Will be applied to the student s tuition s account at the school of attendance prior to the first semester. NHAEOP- Julia T. Pingree March 27, Award to a graduating high school senior, an applicant pursuing further education in a business related program and has or will complete four or more business courses (see application). Weare Garden Club April 18, A $250 award to a Weare resident who will be studying plant science, botany, agriculture, landscape design or other related discipline at a post secondary institution. Auburn Dollars for Scholars Northeast Credit Union Peter J. Kavalauskas May 15, April 4, Multiple scholarships available for students who have been Auburn residents for six months or longer. Please visit for applications and information. One $5,000 award to a current high school student will be attending a 2 year accredited community college next year, is in the top 50% of his/her class and a member in good standing of Northeast Credit Union for at least one year. Daughters of the American Revolution-Molly Stark Chapter Geraldine Olmstead April 1, Three awards in the amount of $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000 for a graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5, who exhibits leadership qualities and is a citizen of the US.

4 Queen City Rotary April 11, One $2,700 award to an individual who has demonstrated a sincere concern for the community. Applications and additional information are available in the. Hooksett Lions Club Two $1,000 awards to graduating high school seniors from Hooksett. NH Road Agents Association April 1, Two $1,200 awards will be given to a graduating senior in the top 25% of his or her class, will be attending a post secondary institution and is a son or daughter of a NH Road Agents Association member. The Arch Clinton Luther III Science April 21, $1,000 award to a high school graduate entering college for studies in a science (other than medicine) or engineering curriculum at an accredited four-year college. Manchester Policemen s Wives Association s available to graduating seniors that are children of an active, retired or deceased police officer of the Manchester Police Department. Concord Hospital Trust April 30, Multiple awards ranging from $1,000 - $3,000 to students pursuing careers in the nursing and allied health care professions. Students must be accepted into a nursing or allied health care institution. For application and more information, visit Dunkin Donuts Program 5PM Dunkin' Donuts works with America and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation to evaluate applicants and select the most qualified candidates to receive the awards. America has awarded more than one billion dollars in educational support to over one million students since Please visit unkindonuts/en/scholarship.html for the application and more information. Digital Federal Credit Union s March 28, Ten $2,500 scholarships and twenty-five $1,000 scholarships awarded to graduating high school seniors judged most likely to excel at a college or university. Judging is based on the following: academic merit, references, essay, awards and recognition, and extracurricular and community service

5 activities. For application, go to Citizens Bank Van & Joanna Christy Fund May 31, Awards given to students who will be graduating from secondary schools in Manchester or its surrounding communities, be of Greek origin or descent, have earned an overall B+ or equivalent average during high school, be an all-around student and who has participated in a variety of school and/or nonschool activities. Grants primarily awarded to individuals who are considered to be from middle class family situations. See instructions for more information. Greater Manchester Black Foundation Awards to high school seniors who have already been accepted for college this fall. Awards made on the basis of demonstrated financial need, academic performance and/or promise. Note: no person will be excluded from consideration of the scholarship award on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin or sex. Michael Carbonneau Community Service Greater Manchester/Nashua Board of Realtors April 30, Two $500 scholarships for residents of Bedford will be given to one young woman and one young man from Bedford who gives their time and energy to volunteer and plans to further their education. One Manchester area student and one Nashua area student will be awarded scholarships whose primary residence is one of the following towns: Amherst, Auburn, Bedford, Brookline, Candia, Goffstown, Hollis, Hooksett, Hudson, Litchfield, Manchester, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Nashua and New Boston. Students must be planning to enroll in college or a vocational-technical school full-time for the year and selection is based on need, GPA, industry concentration and extracurricular activities. Special consideration will be given to applicants majoring in these fields: political science, real estate, real estate law, banking, taxes, or a vocational related field. Your Favorite Car April 30, One $500 award to a student will be enrolled in a post secondary program that is at least two years in length by the fall of. Applications are available at Arctic Physical Therapy August 31, One $500 award to a senior student who will be attending college or a university by January of Note: You can be enrolled in any field of study. Applications are

6 available at MCO May 15, One $500 award to a senior student who will be attending college or a university by December. Applications are available at Members First Credit Union Michael L. Briggs March 31, or One award in the amount of $2,500 to a fulltime student accepted to an accredited college or university undergraduate program pursuing a degree in the field of law enforcement or criminal justice. Also must be a member or have a parent that is an existing member of Member s First Credit Union for at least one full year. Selection of winners will be evaluated on the following criteria: essay, grades, financial need, and extracurricular activities. For an application, instructions, and how to become a member, go to Members First Credit Union Wilbur L. Jenkins March 31, or One award in the amount of $1,000 to a fulltime student accepted to an accredited college or university undergraduate program in the field of business management, marketing, accounting, finance, computer science or human resources. Also must be a member or have a parent that is an existing member of Member s First Credit Union for at least one full year. Selection of winners will be evaluated on the following criteria: essay, grades, financial need, and extracurricular activities. For an application, instructions, and how to become a member, go to Members First Credit Union John S. Walsh March 31, or One award in the amount of $1,000 to an employee of the City of Manchester or the Manchester School District or has a parent that is currently employed by, or retired from the City of Manchester or the Manchester School District. Also must be a member or have a parent that is an existing member of Member s First Credit Union for at least one full year. Selection of winners will be evaluated on the following criteria: essay, grades, financial need, and extracurricular activities. For application, instructions, and how to become a member, go to Members First Credit Union Members First s March 31, or Three awards in the amount of $1,000 each to a member of Members First Credit Union or have a parent that has been an existing member for at least one year. Selection of winners will be evaluated on the following criteria: essay, grades, financial need, and

7 extracurricular activities. For application, instructions, and how to become a member, go to Northeast Credit Union s April 4, Additional scholarships of eight (8) $15,000 awards and twelve(12) $500 awards to remaining eligible students not awarded the Roger G. Marois or Bart M. DallaMura s. Same eligibility criteria as below. See applications instructions on file. Northeast Credit Union: Roger G. Marois and Bart M. DallaMura April 4, Two $2,000 awards to members of Northeast Credit Union for at least one year prior to application in good standing who is a current high school student and attending a four or two year accredited college or technical school next year. Applicants must be in the top 50% of their class. The Dan Duval April 26, One $1,000 award to a graduating senior who shares in Dan s dedication to the community. First priority given to those students who will major in the Health and Human Services Field and has a cumulative GPA of 2.5. Applications requirements and forms are available in the. NH Land Surveyors Foundation Moran Family March 31, $1,000 award to a deserving NH high school graduate with financial need and who will enroll in a college level program leading to an education in surveying or surveying related curriculum and grades to be a final priority. The recipient may apply again during their second, third and fourth year of college. Unitil Fund March 14, or Six $5,000 scholarships available to graduating high school seniors will be pursuing bachelor degrees in a STEM subject area (Science,Technology,Engineering, Math) Students must live and go to school in one of Unitil s service territories. Please visit website for additional information and application, Edmund Bednarowski Jr. Charitable Foundation April 1, or A one time scholarship award to a Manchester graduating high school senior in good standing (minimum 2.5 GPA, attendance, etc.) planning to attend a college or university and exemplify the qualities of a good citizen and be involved in civic and school related activities. Visit for more information and application. Fisher Cats Foundation Scholar- May 2, Ten scholarships of $2,500 each to ten outstanding scholar-athletes from around the

8 Athlete s state who demonstrate excellent academic performance, significant athletic achievement and active civic involvement. Three special distinguished awards and recognition at a Fisher Cats game. Application and more information available at Windham Women s Business Connection Carol A. Yennaco April 7, $1,000 award to a female student from the Windham community for her entrepreneurial spirit and service to community. Specific requirements and the application process is available at starting February 1,. The Windham Endowment April 7, $1,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating high school senior from the Windham community. Specific requirements and the application process is available at starting February 1,. Bedford Women s Club s April 1, s offered to high school seniors who are Bedford residents seeking a postsecondary degree. Applications forms are available online at as well as the Bedford Public Library and the Bedford Town s. PLEASE NOTE: NO INTERNET SUBMISSIONS ARE ACCEPTED! North Americans of French-Catholic Heritage-ACA Trust March 15, or Awards up to $2,000 annually per year for high school graduates who are North Americans of French-Catholic heritage or affinity and plan to be enrolled in the academic year beginning in September. For more information, instructions and application go to Buick Achievers Program February 28, or 100 s each up to $25,000 a year for high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time at a four-year college or university and who plan to major in engineering, technology, design or business with an interest in the automotive industry. For more information and application go to Manchester Choral Society/Richard Crafts March 15, One scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to a graduating senior who has been accepted into college with an intended course of studying leading to a career in music. Applicant must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0 Applications are available on

9 Diabetes Scholar Foundation s Multiple scholarships awarded for high school seniors with Type 1 diabetes seeking a higher education at an accredited four year university, college, technical or trade school. US Citizenship or permanent residence required. Additional information and application available on AES Engineers October 6, One $ award based on character as determined by evaluating essays that are submitted. Additional information and application available at New Hampshire Teachers of Mathematics May 5, One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating senior who will be attending an accredited college or university in the fall and plans to major in mathematics or mathematics education. Applications and additional information available at and click on Resources followed by Awards & s. New Hampshire Association of Septage Haulers March 24, One $500 award to any high school student applying to a part-time or full-time 2yr, 4yr, college or trade school. Additional criteria relating to membership with the New Hampshire Association of Septage Haulers is outlined in the application instructions. Skrungloo Farm, Inc. Student Aid Program March 1, Seeking applicants for its Awards based on financial need, academic merit, and other factors such as community service, school activities and work experience. B. Davis May 26, Please visit to read about this scholarship and apply. This scholarship is in the amount of $1,000. Also, browse through the rest of the website to learn more about applying for scholarships. Bedford Lions Club s March 17, Mid- January Two tuition scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each will be awarded to current seniors who reside in Bedford, NH may apply. Awards will be based on financial need and individual merit. Visit Stephen Phillips Fund, Inc. Part I- Part II- May 1, Offers renewable 4-year scholarships to students with financial need who display academic excellence, a commitment to serving others (in school, the community or at home), a strong work ethic, and leadership

10 Midnight qualities. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. It is recommended that applicants begin their online application early to give recommenders time to respond. Go to for more information and details. Hood Sportsmanship March 3, 3:00pm EST Hood Milk will award three $5,000 scholarships to New Hampshire seniors who participated in a varsity sport and will be attending a two or four year accredited college or university next year. Students must have earned a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher and performed volunteer work in the community. Students must write a short essay explaining how they have demonstrated the value of sportsmanship both on and off the field. Go to to register. EDvestinU National Monthly Giveaway Monthly Drawing Students can enter monthly to win $1,000. Three lucky students are awarded each month. No essay requirement and the entry form takes minutes. Please visit for more information and details. Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants June 14, This scholarship program will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) this year. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of their website: SchoolSoup.Com Various Browse through a variety of scholarships available by major, athletics, religion, disability, state, college, etc. Go to for more information. BigSun June 20, A $ award to a deserving senior student athlete regardless of which sport they are participating in. Visit to learn how to apply. Find A Law Scholarhsip May 15, One $ Award for students enrolling in a college, trade, or technical school full-time by no later than September. Also currently reside in the US and continue studies in the US and complete Form and short question on the application online. Peter Pasula Study Habits April 1, One $ Award for students attending a post-secondary institution by the fall for at least two years, be a US or Canadian Citizen and answer essay question on the application

11 page online. Go to Ozenda Marketing Group Spring March 30, One $ Award for students between the ages and have a GPA of 2.5 or greater who submit answers to the essay questions on the application page online. Go to National Society of Daughter s of the American Revolution Various Yes cfm Animal Allies Doris Hood April 30, Any Manchester NH High School Senior intending to pursue high education in a career working directly to benefit animals. This scholarship lovingly honors the memory of Doris Hood who had a lifelong passion for all animals and was the President of Animal Allies, a non-profit organization. Application available on-line at NextStepU Ongoing Drawing Cash for College! Enter to win free tuition online at or scan scholarship board poster QR code from your phone to register to win. College Xpress $10,000 Monthly Drawing All you need to do is register on CollegeXpress for this luck-of-the-draw scholarship. zone.com $10,000 Monthly Drawing No Application. No GPA requirement. No essay. Call to register at for the drawings. 69 s and Grants for Hardworking Students Various Website lists various scholarships available, complete with awards and eligibility requirements, and websites to visit. Go to For more information. American Legion Need a Lift and Financial Aid Various and financial aid information at your fingertips! Get money for college, the kind you don t have to pay back! For more information visit:

12 Cappex s Various Looking for college scholarships? This is the right place! Simply fill out a free profile and you ll discover college scholarships from many sources. Apply with once click to Cappex scholarships and be matched to thousands more scholarships! Go to College s Various Visit to apply for various scholarship opportunities. College Board s Various Website listing various scholarships available, complete with the awards and eligibility requirements, websites to visit, and other criteria based upon the individual s parameters. Go to College Matters Various $1,000 - $5,000 scholarships for graduating high school seniors, or graduates who plan to enroll full-time in a four-year college or university the following fall; criteria include demonstrated financial need, potential for academic success leadership ability, public service and extracurricular involvement; apply at FastWeb s Various Website listing various scholarships available, complete with awards and eligibility requirements, websites to visit. Go to I Am College Bound Various This website is a branch of NHHEAF, a place to find out about financing college with links and information about scholarships and the application process. To apply, go to NH Farm Bureau s Various New Hampshire County Farm Bureaus offer scholarships annually to students planning on attending a post secondary institute and pursuing an interest in an agriculture related field. Visit for rules and eligibility. Degrees and s Various Visit to apply for various scholarship opportunities.

13 Regional Student Program Tuition Break Various Permanent residents of New England states may be eligible for an average annual tuition break of approximately $7,000 by enrolling in approved programs offered at specific colleges or universities in another New England state. For a listing of approved majors and colleges, go to s.com Various Visit to apply for various scholarship opportunities. Students. org Zinch Search Website Various Voted the #1 free scholarship resource for students! Information and applications may be found at ip.php. or call all Various This web site requires filling out a quick registration form, then matches you to scholarships based on your characteristics. It updates daily, so watch your . Register at