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Overview

Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth

Status: Active scholarship program

Geographic Scope: Washington State (established in 2001)

Focus Areas: Supporting young people from foster care to continue their education and earn a college degree

Eligibility: Foster youth pursuing postsecondary education

Key Details:

  • Established in 2001 by College Success Foundation and Former Governor Gary Locke

  • Subsequent Washington state governors have continued this tradition of support

  • Approximately 30 new scholars selected each year

  • Funding source: Proceeds from the Governors' Cup, an annual golf tournament

  • Part of the Washington Passport Network initiative
  • Program Components:

  • Financial aid support

  • Make It Happen! on-campus summer program for college preparation

  • Passport Navigator mentorship (student mentors for foster youth support)

  • Connection to on-campus resources
  • Contact Information:

  • Email: info@collegesuccessfoundation.org

  • Phone: (425) 416-2000
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Application materials reviewed through community volunteer readers who score scholarship applications. Selection process includes:

    • Application Review: Community volunteers, regional board members, higher ed partners and CSF staff read and score applications
    • Notification: Applicants notified of selection status in May
    • Application Components: Essay/personal statement and letters of recommendation required

    For specific application deadlines and submission details, contact CSF directly.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    foster-parentseducation

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