Frank Chesarek Memorial Scholarship Program
Funding Amount
$10,000
Deadline
Expected ~March
Based on past cycles
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- March 27, 2027
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: March
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Other requirements
- Must be pursuing a degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- Must reside in one of the eligible counties listed above
Overview
The Frank Chesarek Memorial Scholarship Program was established by the Chase Hawks Memorial Association (CHMA) in 2018 to honor founding member Frank Chesarek's dedication to education and the organization. For the 2026 scholarship cycle, a total of $10,000 will be awarded to eligible students.
History: In early 2018, CHMA began exploring ways to reinvest revenue from specialty license plates back into the community. The scholarship program was launched that year. Later in 2018, the program was renamed in honor of Frank Chesarek, who was instrumental in creating CHMA, served as coordinator of the Rough Stock Rodeo Weekend, and was a dedicated educator and organizational leader.
Geographic Scope: Applicants must reside in one of the following Montana and Wyoming counties: Big Horn, Carbon, Fergus, Golden Valley, Musselshell, Park, Petroleum, Rosebud, Stillwater, Sweet Grass, Treasure, Wheatland, or Yellowstone
Focus Areas:
- Higher education (accredited institutions)
- Educational and academic pursuits
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be pursuing a degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- Must reside in one of the eligible counties listed above
Contact Information
- Phone: (406) 248-9295
- Email: info@chasehawks.com
- Mailing Address: Chase Hawks Memorial Association, Inc., PO Box 31333, Billings, MT 59107
Award Notification
- Applicants will be notified following the selection process
How to Apply
How to Apply
Application Deadline: March 27, 2026 (Next cycle: March 27, 2027)
Application Materials:
- Applications are available on the CHMA website
Submission Method:
- Online application available at: https://chasehawks.com/scholarships/
Contact for Questions:
- Phone: (406) 248-9295
- Email: info@chasehawks.com
What Chase Hawks Memorial Association Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2023
- 1
- Total given
- $10K
- Median grant
- $10K
- By dollars: Montana 100%. Top recipient cities: Red Lodge, MT.
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