Judith Markelz Scholarship Fund Grant

Judith Markelz Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation
Last Updated: September 03, 2025

Summary

The Judith Markelz Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, supports students pursuing various degrees, including associate, bachelor's, and vocational certifications. Open to high school seniors, current college students, and adult learners, it prioritizes applicants with a military connection and a demonstrated financial need. The fund fosters community engagement and aims to enhance educational opportunities for individuals committed to personal and academic growth.

Overview

San Antonio Area Foundation We Are San Antonio's Community Foundation We are in the business of building community. We help people make meaningful gifts to improve the quality of life today and for generations to come. We provide a simple, powerful, and highly personal approach to giving so your contributions can have an everlasting impact on the community. We contribute through grants and scholarships fueled by you, helping nonprofits further and strengthen their mission, and providing leadership for key community issues. Since 1964, the Area Foundation has distributed millions in grants and scholarships to educate youth, preserve the environment, protect animals, fund research and provide services that enhance the quality of life for people living in and around San Antonio. Judith Markelz Scholarship Fund Course of Study: Available for all areas of study Geographic: USA Enrolment status: Full-time Degree Level: Associate, Bachelor's Degree, Technical/Vocational Certificate or Degree Renewable: No Funding Type: Tuition, Fees, Books, Room & Board

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Who Can Apply:Current High School Senior furthering their educationCurrent college student seeking an Associate's Degree or Technical/ Vocational Certificate or DegreeCurrent college student seeking a Bachelor's DegreeAdult Learner with a High School Diploma or Equivalent Application Criteria:Are a current or former service member or a family member of a current or former service member who was ill, wounded, injured, or deceased while on active, reserve, or national guard service status, who received medical treatment at any military facility in the Joint Base San Antonio/Fort Sam Houston system areaHave a minimum 2.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale in high school or a minimum 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale, if in collegeBe pursuing a two-or four-year degree at an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school Are involved in community or volunteer service activities, with a preference given to students involved in volunteer work for a nonprofit that supports the wounded, ill, injured, or deceased service members or their families Demonstrate financial need Provide a copy of DD 214 (discharge) or copy of military-issued identification card of the qualifying service member as proof of eligibility.