How much funding does Community Service Scholarship provide?

Community Service Scholarship provides $3,000 - $5,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Community Service Scholarship?

The deadline is April 30, 2027.

Community Service Scholarship

DESERT FINANCIAL FOUNDATION

Foundation Annual Grants for Education Grants for Youth Programs

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Funding Amount

$3,000 - $5,000

Deadline

April 30, 2027

387 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Service Scholarship

Funder: Desert Financial Foundation

Geographic Scope: Arizona

Focus Areas: Education; support for high school seniors who volunteer in their communities

Eligibility

High school seniors graduating in current year
Minimum 50 hours of community service in the past year
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Must enroll in an Arizona college or university for Fall semester
Demonstrate financial need
Be or be related to a Desert Financial Credit Union member

Award Details

Number of Awards: 30 high school seniors annually
Total Annual Funding: $96,000 (based on 2024 cycle)
Top Scholarships: $5,000 (3 awards)
Standard Scholarships: $3,000 (27 awards)
Recipients also receive gifts including iPad, iPad case, Apple Pencil, snacks, and school supplies

Background

Desert Financial Foundation launched its scholarship programs to support students seeking to better their lives through education. As of 2024, the Foundation has awarded over $1 million in scholarships since 2015. Combined recipients have provided over 4,100 hours of community service annually.

Contact

Nina Tekwani Director of Brand Communications press@desertfinancial.com

Website: desertfinancial.com/Scholarships

How to Apply

Application Process

Application Period: Applications accepted on a rolling basis (deadline typically late April based on 2024 cycle)

Required Materials:

Completed application form

Documentation of minimum 50 hours community service

Official transcript showing minimum 3.0 GPA

Proof of enrollment in Arizona college/university for Fall semester

Demonstration of financial need

Proof of Desert Financial Credit Union membership (applicant or family member)

Selection Criteria:

Community service hours and impact

Academic achievement (3.0+ GPA)

Financial need

Commitment to education

Award Notification: Selected recipients are invited to Desert Financial Foundation Scholarship Ceremony for celebration and award distribution (typically held in May)

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