Project Scholars (Pig on the Pond) Scholarship Grant

Project Scholars (Pig on the Pond) Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of South Lake County
Amount: Up to US $10,000
Last Updated: November 03, 2025

Summary

The Community Foundation of South Lake County offers the Project Scholars (Pig on the Pond) Scholarship to support students residing in the South Lake Hospital tax district. With awards up to $10,000, students can utilize the funds at any accredited institution. The scholarship emphasizes educational access, requiring a minimum GPA of 2.5 and prioritizing need-based applicants. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to foster community growth and facilitate philanthropic efforts.

Overview

Community Foundation of South Lake County The Community Foundation of South Lake County (CFSLC) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) community foundation established in 1995, dedicated to serving South Lake County by connecting resources to intentional philanthropic giving. With a mission to “serve our community through the connecting of resources and intentional philanthropic giving,” the foundation guides donors in making informed decisions and supports local nonprofits in driving sustainable impact. CFSLC emphasizes strategies that provide educational opportunities, bolster grant funding, and strengthen community infrastructure. By working proactively alongside residents, it seeks to remove barriers that prevent individuals from realizing their full potential and ensures its donor-invested funds continue to benefit the local community now and into the future. Project Scholars (Pig on the Pond) Scholarship The Pig on the Pond, Inc. scholarship awards are made possible by revenue generated at the annual Pig on the Pond event. We are currently able to offer scholarships valued at up to $10,000 ($2,500 for up to 4 years) to students who reside in South Lake County regardless of where they attend high school. Applications will be reviesed by the Pig on the Pond, Inc. Scholarship Committee, with final approval by the Community Foundation of South Lake Board of Directors. This scholarship may be used at any accredited vocational-technical school, community college, 4-year college or university.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Scholarships are offered to students who reside in the South Lake Hospital tax district for at least one year, regardless of where they attend high school.The applicant must have an unweighted GPA of at least 2.5Need-based scholarship