Barbara Bass Community College Scholarship Grant

Barbara Bass Community College Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: Up to US $1,250
Last Updated: October 07, 2025

Summary

The Barbara Bass Community College Scholarship, offered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports graduating seniors who are first-generation college students living in Tyler, Texas. This renewable scholarship aims to assist students attending any community college in the United States while considering financial need through FASFA. Founded in 1989, the Foundation promotes educational opportunities, reflecting the belief in education's transformative power for young individuals.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars. East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. Barbara Bass Community College Scholarship College Attending: Any in the United StatesSchool Status: Graduating seniorMajor/Field of Study: AnyFinancial Need Considered (FASFA required): Yes - FASFA requiredLength of Support: renewable

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be a graduating senior, a first generation college student and live in the city limits of Tyler, Texas. Must be planning to attend a community college as a full-time student pursuing an associate's degree.