How much funding does Phoenix Scholarships provide?

Phoenix Scholarships provides Up to $5,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Phoenix Scholarships?

The deadline is September 15, 2026.

Phoenix Scholarships

MARK GARWOOD FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Addiction & Substance Abuse Grants Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

Up to $5,000

Deadline

September 15, 2026

160 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Phoenix Scholarships

Overview: The Mark Garwood Foundation Phoenix Scholarships are awarded to individuals in south Florida who are in recovery, committed to long-term sobriety, are ready to begin or continue their education, and have a financial need.

Award Amount: Up to $5,000 per scholarship. Funds may be used to help pay for tuition, books, and other school-related expenses that grants and other aid may not cover.

Geographic Scope

Applicants must live in St. Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, or Broward County in south Florida.

Eligibility Requirements

In recovery and committed to long-term sobriety
Ready to begin or continue education at an accredited college, university, or trade school
Financial need demonstrated
If not already enrolled, must apply to an approved institution within 60 days of scholarship award
May attend any accredited college, university, or trade school in Florida or online
Must meet all requirements and agree to all conditions of scholarship award

Application Timeline

Applications accepted: July 15 – September 15 annually
Applicant notification: Within 2 weeks of deadline
Semifinalist interviews: Approximately 2 weeks after notification
Finalist notification: Approximately 1 week after interviews
Scholarship awards event: Date varies (2025 awards on November 7)

Focus Areas

Support for adults in recovery pursuing education to build futures and achieve long-term sobriety goals.

Contact Information

Email: info@markgarwoodfoundation.org
Mailing Address: Mark Garwood Foundation, P.O. Box 11, Jensen Beach, Florida 34958
Website: markgarwoodfoundation.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Step-by-Step:
1. Read and agree to the Qualifications and Requirements document
2. Read and agree to the Random Drug Testing Policy
3. Read and agree to the Social Media Policy
4. Read and agree to the FERPA Consent Form for Access to Educational Records
5. Complete the online application form on the foundation's website
6. Prepare your essay response (see below)
7. Submit application before 11:59 PM EST on September 15
8. Await notification of semifinalist selection (within 2 weeks of deadline)
9. If selected as semifinalist, attend interview (approximately 2 weeks after notification)
10. If selected as finalist, attend scholarship awards event

Required Materials

Completed online application form
Essay response (see narrative question below)
All required policy acknowledgments and consent forms (reviewed but not signed until interview, if selected)

Submission Format

Essay format: Must be submitted as:
Submission method: Upload essay to online application portal
Deadline: 11:59 PM EST on September 15 (annually)

Narrative Questions

Essay Question: Tell us about your recovery and why now is the right time for you to begin or continue your education. What obstacles might prevent you from being successful in this program and how do you plan to overcome them?

Important Notes

All policy documents must be read and agreed to before application submission
If selected as semifinalist, you will be asked to sign the policy documents during your interview
Confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission
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