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Jumpstart Your Future! Scholarships

EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Up to $3,400

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Jumpstart Your Future! Scholarships

Overview: Scholarships established through a partnership between the Education Foundation of Sarasota County and the Florida Prepaid College Foundation. These scholarships support students with demonstrated financial need pursuing higher education.

    Award Amount

  • Coverage: One year / 30 credit hours
  • Maximum Value: Up to $3,400

    Eligible Institutions

  • Florida technical colleges
  • State colleges
  • State universities

    Eligibility Criteria

  • Students with demonstrated financial need
  • Sarasota County students
  • High school graduates or equivalents
  • Students pursuing post-secondary education

    Award Benefits

  • Tuition and fee coverage for one year of study (30 credit hours)
  • Supplementary workshops and support services
  • College and career preparation training
  • Life skills and financial literacy workshops
  • Community recognition and support network

    Funding Source

  • Established through the generosity of the Shanney/Richardson Scholarship Fund
  • Partnership with Florida Prepaid College Foundation

    Contact Information

  • Phone: (941) 927-0965
  • Address: 2000 Webber St, Ste 130, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Website: edfoundationsrq.org

How to Apply

How to Apply

1. Visit the Application Page: Access the Education Foundation's scholarship database and application portal
2. Gather Required Documents:
- Proof of financial need
- High school transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement/essay
- FAFSA completion (recommended)

3. Application Steps:
- Search for "Jumpstart Your Future! Scholarships" in the Education Foundation database
- Complete the online application form
- Submit all required supporting documents
- Attend mandatory workshops (if selected as finalist)

    Workshop Requirements

  • Selected recipients must attend Education Foundation workshops
  • Workshops cover college preparation, career planning, life skills, and financial literacy
  • Networking opportunities with other scholarship recipients from across Sarasota County

    Selection Process

  • Application review by selection committee
  • Consideration of financial need
  • Academic performance and potential
  • Personal circumstances and resilience
  • Community impact

    Additional Resources

  • Schedule a consultation with Student Success Coaches
  • Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Explore Bright Futures scholarship eligibility
  • Access comprehensive scholarships database

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

education

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