Scholarship Program

Do you need money for college?

The Jackson Community Foundation Scholarship Program offers a wide variety of scholarship funds.

2009 Scholarship Recipients: Students were notified of their status and over $170,000 in awards have been made.

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Scholarship Application Details

Due Date for Scholarship Applications:

Scholarship applications are due March 1. (If this date falls on a weekend or holiday, then the due date will be the first business day following the weekend or holiday.) You must obtain all attachments and submit your entire scholarship package in one envelope by the due date. Please begin to plan for the following:

• Who will provide your two letters of reference?

• Each letter must be accompanied by a Scholarship Letter of

Reference Form.

• Which five scholarships best meet my eligibility criteria? The

following questions are part of the essay and short answer sections:

1. Provide an original essay that illustrates how your academic success relates to your personal and career goals. Include personal and academic accomplishments; Leadership, volunteer and service activities; employment, personal responsibilities, and hobbies; And your future goals.
2. Respond to the following in short answer form, 'This scholarship program is made possible as a result of the philanthropic generosity of an individual, a family, or a group of compassionate citizens. How do you intend to incorporate philanthropy in your life during and beyond your academic career?"
3. Be prepared to provide a written justification related to your eligibility for each of the scholarships for which you intend to apply.

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