Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland Memorial Scholarship
Funding Amount
Up to $13,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
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Eligible organizations
- High school graduating seniors
- Preference for students pursuing paths in arts, music, dance, or performing arts
Other requirements
- Must demonstrate commitment to values embodied by Kathryn Leigh: passion, conviction, artistic expression, leadership, and living life to the fullest
Overview
A scholarship program awarded to high school graduates who demonstrate a commitment to living an inspired life and embody the values of Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland.
Geographic Scope: Primarily serves graduates of The Villages Charter School in Florida, awarded through the Buffalo Scholarship Foundation.
Focus Areas:
- Human expression through art, music, dancing, and performing arts
- Students demonstrating commitment to passion-driven pursuits
- Self-discovery and exploration of personal values
- Leadership qualities and dedication to dreams
Award Structure:
- Year 1: $2,500
- Year 2: $2,500 + $500 = $3,000
- Year 3: $2,500 + $500 = $3,000
- Year 4: $2,500 + $500 = $3,000
- Total: Up to $13,000 over four years (four-year scholarship)
Eligibility:
- High school graduating seniors
- Must demonstrate commitment to values embodied by Kathryn Leigh: passion, conviction, artistic expression, leadership, and living life to the fullest
- Preference for students pursuing paths in arts, music, dance, or performing arts
About Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland:
Kathryn is remembered as someone who lived an inspired life, was a steadfast leader, took every opportunity to dance and have fun without hesitation, was not afraid to ask hard questions, and was always among the first to offer help to others. She was passionate about human expression through the arts.
Selection Process:
Candidates are carefully selected through an application process. The selection process considers how applicants embody Kathryn's legacy and values.
Contact:
- Phone: 352-804-4960
- Email: Contact@KLTFoundation.com
- Website: kltfoundation.com
Foundation Information:
- Federal Tax ID: 87-1643352
- Location: The Villages, Florida
How to Apply
Application Process
Note: As of the information provided, the foundation is working with the Buffalo Scholarship Foundation to administer the scholarship.
Steps to Apply:
- Contact the Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland Foundation or Buffalo Scholarship Foundation for current application details
- Complete the scholarship application (specific form details not provided in available materials)
- Submit application through the appropriate channel
Required Materials:
Specific required materials are not detailed in available website content. Applicants should contact the foundation directly.
Submission Instructions:
For current scholarship claims and submissions, visit: https://www.buffaloscholarshipfoundation.org/scholarships
Contact for Application Details:
- Phone: 352-804-4960
- Email: Contact@KLTFoundation.com
What Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland Foundation Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2022 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2022
- 9
- Total given
- $23K
- Median grant
- $2,854
- Range
- $326–$4,210
- By dollars: Florida 76%, New York 13%, Tennessee 11%.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Arts
- Music
- Performing arts
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