Elizabeth Pinkerton Family & History Happened Here Scholarship Grant

Elizabeth Pinkerton Family & History Happened Here Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: October 01, 2025

Summary

The Elizabeth Pinkerton Family & History Happened Here Scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, awards $1000 to students with a minimum GPA of 3.5. This scholarship targets full-time or part-time students interested in history and writing, encouraging community involvement. Applicants must submit an essay showcasing how community contributions enrich society. It aims to support students from various eligible schools in the Elk Grove area, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement and historical appreciation.

Overview

About The EGRSF The Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the college and career plans of students in the Elk Grove Unified School District area. Scholarships are provided every year from the endowments and donations of community members, families, individuals, businesses, and community organizations. Elizabeth Pinkerton Family & History Happened Here Scholarship Scholarship Amount: $ 1000 Minimum Required Grade Point Average: 3.5 Post Secondary Type of School: Completing education that will lead to employment Specific Requirements for Applying: Students Interested in History, Writing, and Community Attendance Requirement: Full-Time or Part-Time Student Required Participation in School Activities: Not Required Required Participation in Community Activities: Yes Additional Qualifications: Essay Required. Applicant’s essay needs to describe how communities are enriched by the involvement and contributions of their citizens. Applicant needs to demonstrate interest in history and writing.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. ELIGIBLE SCHOOL / AREAElk Grove High Cosumnes High Florin High Franklin High Laguna Creek High Monterey Trail High Pleasant Grove High Sheldon High Valley High Calvine High Las Flores Rio Cazadero William Daylor High Elk Grove Charter School