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John & Kathy Trautner Scholarship

FOUR VALLEYS COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

$10,000 - $20,000 (3 awards total: 1 × $10,000 and 2 × $5,000)

Deadline

January 1, 2027

236 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

John & Kathy Trautner Scholarship

Status: Active

Geographic Scope: Four Valleys area (Girdwood, Bird, Indian, and Portage), Alaska

Focus Areas: Community service impact

Eligibility:

  • Graduating high school seniors

  • Non-traditional graduates

  • Full-time residents of the Four Valleys area
  • Award Details:

  • 3 scholarships available for 2026

  • 1 award of $10,000

  • 2 awards of $5,000 each

  • Awarded each spring
  • Background: This scholarship is provided through a partnership between Four Valleys Community School and the Girdwood Turnagain Arm Lion's Club, funded by John and Kathy Trautner.

    Contact Information:

  • Phone: (907) 742-5317

  • Email: FVCS@fourvalleys.org

  • Address: Po Box 790, Girdwood, Alaska 99587

  • Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3-7 PM
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Timeline: Application period opens January 1 annually
    2. Submission Methods:
    - Mail application packet to FVCS
    - Submit in person at FVCS office during office hours (M-Th, 3-7 PM)
    3. Interview: Applicants must interview with a small committee in person
    4. Required Materials: Complete application packet (2026 Application Packet available on website)

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