Gwen Higgins English Scholarship (Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana)

Q: When is the deadline for Gwen Higgins English Scholarship (Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana)?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around March.

Q: Who is eligible for Gwen Higgins English Scholarship (Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana)?

Eligible applicants: Individuals. Geography: Louisiana.

Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana

Foundation Annual College Prep Grants Grants for Creative Writing

Funding Amount

$2,000 (one-time)

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: March 15, 2027
Tracked since: September 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Individuals

Geography

Louisiana

Overview

'The Gwen Higgins English Scholarship was established by the family of Mrs. Miriam Gwendolyn Pilcher Higgins to honor her and her love of English literature. The purpose of this scholarship award is to inspire students to continue their studies and foster their love of English literature.' 'Each year, the Gwen Higgins English Scholarship Fund awards a scholarship to a graduating high school senior.' Criteria are pursuing a college degree beginning the fall after graduation, being a high school senior at Lake Arthur High School, Louisiana, and a minimum 3.5 GPA in high school English courses. The award is $2,000, one-time. Recipients include Mallory Lyon (2025), Hallie Leger (2024) and Auto Breaux (2023).

How to Apply

The 'Apply for Scholarship' button leads to a profile page where the applicant enters name and email; an email then delivers a link to the application, which can be saved and resumed. 'Application deadline: March 15, 2026. Award notification: At a graduation-related event.'

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What Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 72
Total given: $2.92M
Median grant: $15K
Range: $5,100–$640K

79% of its 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Louisiana, where this grant's project is located.
By dollars: Louisiana 79%, Minnesota 5%, Indiana 3%. Top recipient cities: Lake Charles, LA; Westlake, LA; Baton Rouge, LA.
54% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
43% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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