How much funding does Parks and Recreation Employee Scholarship provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Parks and Recreation Employee Scholarship?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around March.

Who is eligible for Parks and Recreation Employee Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: Currently enrolled at a college or university in an accredited Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree program; Preference given to those attending Texas colleges or universities and those seeking degrees in parks, recreation and tourism sciences, sports sciences/leisure services, public administration, or related fields.

How often is Parks and Recreation Employee Scholarship offered?

Parks and Recreation Employee Scholarship runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected March 31, 2027.

Parks and Recreation Employee Scholarship

Texas Amateur Athletic Federation

Foundation Annual Workforce Development Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: March 31, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

From the program guidelines: “Deadline: March 31st of each year”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Currently enrolled at a college or university in an accredited Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree program
Preference given to those attending Texas colleges or universities and those seeking degrees in parks, recreation and tourism sciences, sports sciences/leisure services, public administration, or related fields

Other requirements

Currently a regular, part-time, and/or full-time employee working minimum 15 hours per week
At least 6 months of continuous service at one or more TAAF Member Cities at time of application
Demonstrating satisfactory work performance
No formal disciplinary action in the 6 months prior to application submittal

Overview

Geographic Scope: Texas (preference given to applicants attending Texas colleges or universities)

Focus Areas: Educational assistance for parks and recreation employees pursuing degrees in parks, recreation and tourism sciences, sports sciences/leisure services, public administration, or related fields

Purpose: Financial support for part-time and/or full-time parks and recreation employees whose current employer does not provide continuing education or tuition funding, enabling them to pursue Bachelors, Masters, and/or Doctoral degrees for job enhancement and career advancement opportunities

Eligibility Requirements

Currently a regular, part-time, and/or full-time employee working minimum 15 hours per week
At least 6 months of continuous service at one or more TAAF Member Cities at time of application
Demonstrating satisfactory work performance
No formal disciplinary action in the 6 months prior to application submittal
Currently enrolled at a college or university in an accredited Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree program
Must not be employed by an entity that currently provides tuition reimbursement
Preference given to those attending Texas colleges or universities and those seeking degrees in parks, recreation and tourism sciences, sports sciences/leisure services, public administration, or related fields
GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or pass on a pass/fail system
Maintain minimum 6 hours per semester or graduate students must be enrolled full-time

Selection Criteria

Applications reviewed based on:

Will the educational goal relate to a field in the parks and recreation profession?
What contributions will the educational course provide to the parks and recreation profession?
Completeness of submitted documentation
Other objective criteria determined by selection committee

How to Apply

Application Process

Complete the Curtis Morgan Memorial Scholarship Packet application form
Gather all required supporting documentation
Submit application and documentation via email to ginger@taaf.com OR mail to:
- Texas Amateur Athletic Federation
- 407 N. Water Street
- Burnet, TX 78611

Deadline: March 31st of each year

Announcement: Selected individuals announced at Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Mid-Year meeting in April/May

Note: Applicants may apply for more than one scholarship category if eligible, but separate applications are required for each category

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