Citizens 1st Bank/ Perkins Family Foundation State Employees' Children's Scholarship Grant

Q: When is the deadline for Citizens 1st Bank/ Perkins Family Foundation State Employees' Children's Scholarship Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION

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Funding Amount

Up to US $1,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Citizens 1st Bank/ Perkins Family Foundation State Employees' Children's Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: Up to US $1,000
Last Updated: October 07, 2025

Summary

The Citizens 1st Bank/Perkins Family Foundation State Employees' Children's Scholarship, managed by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports students from Cherokee, Nacogdoches, or Smith County. Eligible candidates must be graduating seniors or current college students and are required to demonstrate financial need through FASFA. This scholarship reflects a commitment to education, enabling young Texans to pursue their academic dreams at any college in the United States.

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. Citizens 1st Bank/ Perkins Family Foundation State Employees' Children's Scholarship College Attending: Any in the United StatesSchool Status: Graduating senior, current college studentMajor/Field of Study: AnyFinancial Need Considered (FASFA required): Yes - FASFA requiredLength of Support: May reapply

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be a graduate or graduating senior from Cherokee, Nacogdoches, or Smith County. Must be a child of a current State of Texas employee.