How much funding does Council Bluffs Schools Foundation General Scholarships provide?

Council Bluffs Schools Foundation General Scholarships provides $71,000+ total (2025 cycle) in funding.

When is the deadline for Council Bluffs Schools Foundation General Scholarships?

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

Council Bluffs Schools Foundation General Scholarships

COUNCIL BLUFFS SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Grants for Education Grants for K-12 Schools

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Funding Amount

$71,000+ total (2025 cycle)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Council Bluffs Schools Foundation Scholarships

Overview: Annual scholarships awarded to graduating seniors in the Council Bluffs Community School District. The 2025 cycle awarded over $71,000 to graduating seniors.

Geographic Scope: Council Bluffs Community School District, Iowa

Eligibility:

Must be an attending student within Council Bluffs Community School District

Must be a graduating senior

Application Requirements:

All required fields must be filled out accurately and completely (blank fields result in rejection)

At least one letter of recommendation required (three recommended)

List of extracurricular activities (volunteer work, clubs, sports, employment, relevant experiences)

Financial information

Some scholarships may require personal essays or additional materials

Acceptable Recommenders:

Teachers

School counselors

Department heads

Principals

Employers

Coaches

Religious leaders

Community leaders

Contact Information:

Phone: (712) 322-8800

Address: 300 West Broadway Suite 212, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday-Friday

Website: cbsf.org

How to Support: To support a specific scholarship or establish a new scholarship, contact the foundation via phone or complete the donation form on their website.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Check Application Status: Verify that the application period is open (2026 applications are currently closed)
2. Gather Required Materials:
- Complete all required fields accurately and completely
- Obtain at least one letter of recommendation (three are recommended)
- Compile list of extracurricular activities
- Prepare financial information
3. Letters of Recommendation: Attach letters from acceptable recommenders (teachers, counselors, principals, employers, coaches, religious or community leaders)
4. Extracurricular Activities: Document volunteer work, club participation, sports, employment, and other relevant experiences
5. Financial Information: Include relevant financial documentation
6. Additional Materials: Some scholarships may require personal essays or other supplementary materials