Kiwanis Club of Columbus - Service Leadership Scholarship Grant

Kiwanis Club of Columbus - Service Leadership Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Columbus Foundation
Amount: US $4,000
Last Updated: February 03, 2026

Summary

The Kiwanis Club of Columbus offers the Service Leadership Scholarship to graduating seniors of Columbus City Schools. This scholarship aims to recognize students with a minimum 3.0 GPA who have demonstrated a commitment to community service. The club, part of Kiwanis International, fosters leadership and service through various local initiatives. By supporting these students, the Kiwanis Club contributes to their educational pursuits and encourages ongoing community engagement, making a lasting impact on both the individuals and the community.

Overview

The Columbus Foundation The The Columbus Foundation is one of the nation’s oldest and largest community foundations, dedicated to strengthening and enriching the quality of life in the Columbus, Ohio region. Serving as a trusted philanthropic partner, the Foundation connects donors, nonprofits, and community leaders to address critical community needs and create lasting impact. Through the stewardship of thousands of charitable funds, strategic grantmaking, and community leadership initiatives, The Columbus Foundation supports a wide range of priorities—including education, health and human services, arts and culture, neighborhood revitalization, and equity—while helping donors transform their charitable goals into meaningful, long-term change for present and future generations. Kiwanis Club of Columbus - Service Leadership Scholarship The Kiwanis Club of Columbus is part of Kiwanis International, a global volunteer organization dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time, with more than 8,000 clubs in over 80 countries. Founded in 1916, the Kiwanis Club of Columbus is the fifth oldest Kiwanis club and remains an active, service-driven presence in downtown Columbus. The club brings together volunteers through hands-on community service projects, weekly luncheon meetings featuring engaging speakers, and fellowship opportunities, all aimed at making a meaningful, local impact through service, leadership, and community engagement.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Candidates must be graduating seniors of a Columbus City Schools high school. Candidates must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale.Candidates must demonstrate a consistent record of community service throughout their high school career.Candidates must attend or plan to attend an educational institution in the U.S.