Kiwanis Club of Elk Grove/Jessie Baker Memorial Scholarship Grant

Kiwanis Club of Elk Grove/Jessie Baker Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: October 03, 2025

Summary

The Kiwanis Club of Elk Grove offers the Jessie Baker Memorial Scholarship, valued at $1,000, aimed at supporting local students pursuing education in Special Education Teaching or related fields. Applicants must be full-time students from designated Elk Grove high schools, maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5, and demonstrate financial need. A personal essay outlining educational objectives is required, along with participation in school and community activities, ensuring a commitment to both academic and civic engagement.

Overview

Our Mission To facilitate the development of educational opportunities and programs through scholarships and grants, and to coordinate contributions to meet the community's needs. Kiwanis Club of Elk Grove/Jessie Baker Memorial Scholarship Scholarship Amount 1 @ $ 1,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible schools/areaElk Grove HighCosumnes HighFlorin HighFranklin HighLaguna Creek HighMonterey Trail HighPleasant Grove HighSheldon HighValley HighCalvine HighLas FloresRio CazaderoWilliam Daylor HighElk Grove Charter SchoolConsumnes River CollegeEGUSD seniors, graduates, or citizen of Elk GroveMinimum Required Grade Point Average: 2.5Financial Need: YesPost Secondary Type of School: 4 year university, community college or vocational collegeSpecific Requirements for Applying: Pursuing a career in Special Education Teaching or other similar teaching for students with special needs.Attendance Requirement: Full-Time StudentRequired Participation in School Activities: YesRequired Participation in Community Activities: YesAdditional Qualifications: Essay required with 200-500 words outlining the applicant’s personal history and educational objectives.