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Alma Harris Scholarship Grant

JUNEAU COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Funding Amount

Up to US $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Alma Harris Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Juneau Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $10,000
Last Updated: February 25, 2026

Summary

The Alma Harris Scholarship Fund, established by Don Harris at the Juneau Community Foundation, honors his wife Alma Harris, a dedicated English teacher for over 20 years. This $10,000 scholarship supports one graduating senior from a Juneau High School pursuing higher education. It can cover tuition or necessary educational expenses such as books and supplies. Selection is based on the application, personal essay, and recommendation letter, ensuring that all eligible seniors have an opportunity to apply.

Overview

Alma Harris Scholarship Fund The Alma Harris Scholarship Fund was established by Don Harris at the Juneau Community Foundation in honor of his wife Alma Harris who taught English at JDHS for over 20 years. An award in the amount of $10,000 will be given to one graduating senior from a Juneau High School. The scholarship may be used for tuition or to enable the student to purchase necessary books, academic supplies, tools, equipment, or uniforms. The scholarship will be sent to the institution the awardee will be attending.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Alma Harris Scholarship is to support a senior graduating from a Juneau High School to pursue a higher education at a University, College, or Vocational school. All graduating seniors from a Juneau High School are welcome to apply, selection will be based off your application, personal essay, and letter of recommendation.

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

education

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