Community Foundation of South Lake Scholarship Grant

The Community Foundation of South Lake County Scholarship supports non-traditional students pursuing education at Lake-Sumter State College. Award amounts can reach up to $1000 per year, with a focus on those who demonstrate financial need and reside in South Lake County. This scholarship fosters personal growth and allows recipients to reapply for future funding cycles.

Community Foundation of South Lake County
The Community Foundation of South Lake County (CFSLC) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) community foundation established in 1995, dedicated to serving South Lake County by connecting resources to intentional philanthropic giving. With a mission to “serve our community through the connecting of resources and intentional philanthropic giving,” the foundation guides donors in making informed decisions and supports local nonprofits in driving sustainable impact. CFSLC emphasizes strategies that provide educational opportunities, bolster grant funding, and strengthen community infrastructure. By working proactively alongside residents, it seeks to remove barriers that prevent individuals from realizing their full potential and ensures its donor-invested funds continue to benefit the local community now and into the future.
The Community Foundation of South Lake County has been an active part of impacting the lives of South Lake residents for 30 years. Students planning to attend or currently attending Lake-Sumter State College may apply for this scholarship. This scholarship gives preference to non-traditional students. Non-traditional students are those that are starting school later in life, returning to school after a hiatus, and those that are not currently enrolled in high school. Award amounts vary based on enrollment status up to $1000 per school year. Recipients may re-apply for future scholarship cycles.

Eligibility

Financial NeedReside in South Lake CountyHigh School Diploma or GEDAttending Lake-Sumter State College