How much funding does Bentley Wings Competitive Scholarship provide?

Bentley Wings Competitive Scholarship provides $7,000 annually in funding.

When is the deadline for Bentley Wings Competitive Scholarship?

The deadline is February 2, 2027.

Bentley Wings Competitive Scholarship

BENTLEY VILLAGE FOUNDATION INC

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Funding Amount

$7,000 annually

Deadline

February 2, 2027

291 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Bentley Wings Competitive Scholarship

Award Amount: $7,000 per year

Eligibility:

Members of the Bentley Village workforce and their dependents (most family members)

No geographic residency requirements

Can be renewed annually for up to four years, with two possible two-year extensions (up to 8 years total)

Focus Areas:

Supporting continuing education for employees and dependents

Many awardees are first-generation college students

Recipients from diverse, lower-income communities

What the Scholarship Covers:

Tuition, books, and fees at accredited institutions

Can be used at universities, colleges, vocational or technical schools

Online courses eligible

Paid directly to the institution

Selection Factors Considered:

Financial need and hardship

Community service

GPA

Experience

Career goals

Letter of recommendation

Essays

Organization Details:

Bentley Village Foundation Inc (FL, US)

Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity (Registration #CH47269)

Administered in partnership with Collier Community Foundation (CCF)

Contact: info@bentleyvillagefoundation.org

Phone: 239.238.4208

Address: 701 Retreat Drive, Suite 400, Naples, FL 34110

Background:

Over 107 scholarships awarded since 2016

Over $900,000 distributed

$650,000 in future obligations

99 individual scholars supported

Funded mostly by resident donations

Recipients include scholars from Haiti, South and Central America, and immigrant families

How to Apply

1. Application Timeline:
- Apply between November 1 and February 2
- Next deadline: February 2, 2027

2. Application Process:
- Applications submitted through Collier Community Foundation (CCF) website
- Applicants will be considered for "Bentley Wings" scholarship plus 70+ additional CCF scholarships
- Scholarships renewed via request to CCF (additional documentation may be required)

3. Before You Apply - Gather:
- Check school requirements for any pre-registration tests or requirements
- Collect required documentation for CCF application

4. Required Materials:
- Not explicitly detailed in provided content, but CCF application will specify

5. Contact for Questions:
- Click link on website to submit questions
- Partnership with Human Resource Department of Vi at Bentley Village available to assist
- Bentley Foundation's Scholarship Committee works closely with CCF

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