Foundation Scholarships

Geographic Scope: Chandler Unified School District (CUSD), Arizona

Overview:
These scholarships celebrate diverse achievements beyond traditional metrics like GPAs and trophies. They recognize academic effort, community contributions, or personal resilience. This award recognizes and supports students who inspire others with their determination and integrity, empowering them to continue their educational journeys and make meaningful impact on their communities.

Eligibility:

• High school seniors graduating from CUSD high schools
• Students demonstrating determination and integrity
• Students who inspire others through various forms of excellence

What They Fund:

• Support for students pursuing higher education
• Recognition of diverse achievements (academic effort, community contributions, personal resilience)

Contact Information:

• Phone: (480) 224-3030
• Mailing Address: 1525 West Frye Road, Chandler, Arizona 85224
• Physical Location: 1851 East Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, Arizona 85297

Application Process

Timeline:

• Application Opens: January 8, 2026
• Application Deadline: March 27, 2026
• Recipients notified in late April via system and invited to celebration event at their school

Required Documents to Prepare Before Applying:

1. Download copy of CUSD high school transcript from Infinite Campus (DOCUMENTS tab, UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT with in-progress classes)
2. Gather information about all high school activities including:
   • Volunteering
   • Clubs
   • Awards earned
   • Sports
   • Performing arts
   • Other extracurricular involvement
3. Collect names and contact information of 1-2 references (typically a high school teacher/coach)
4. Complete FAFSA form (strongly recommended)

Application Steps:

1. Log on and register as a user on the Foundant Scholarship Platform (https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cefscholarship)
2. Complete the Common Application Questionnaire
3. Have parent/guardian complete FAFSA form online
4. Click 'Submit' and review scholarships listed
5. Complete any supplemental questions and essay prompts for Foundation Scholarship
6. Submit the application
7. Monitor status through Foundant portal

Application Platform: Foundant Scholarship Platform at https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cefscholarship