Robert C. Saffold Scholarship
Funding Amount
$2,000 per student (maximum 3 students)
Deadline
March 8, 2027
335 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Robert C. Saffold Scholarship
Funder: Florida Non-Profit Housing Inc. (FNPH)
Purpose: Provides financial assistance with higher education and vocational training expenses to low-income high school students who would otherwise be unable to attend college or vocational training.
Background: The scholarship fund was established by FNPH in memory of Robert C. Saffold, who was instrumental in assisting youth to pursue post-secondary education despite financial barriers.
- Geographic Scope: Students at Avon Park High School, Lake Placid High School, and Sebring High School (Florida)
- Academic Requirements: - High school diploma or GED - GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Selection Criteria: Recipients selected based on good work habits and potential for vocational training and/or college-level achievement
- Education Status: Acceptance by or current enrollment at a post-secondary institution (Community College, Vocational School, College, or University)
Eligibility
- Amount: $2,000 per student
- Maximum Recipients: 3 students per year
- Review Process: Applications reviewed once per year
Award Details
Contact Information
Florida Non-Profit Housing, Inc. ATTENTION: Steven Brown P.O. Box 1987 Sebring, Florida 33871-1987 Email: sbrown@fnph.org Phone: (863) 385-2519How to Apply
Application Requirements
Due Date: March 8 (annually)
Required Materials:
1. Completed scholarship application form
2. Interview requirement: Interview at least three (3) people who knew Robert Saffold's work/community involvement
- Identify each interviewee
- Describe what you learned from each interview
3. Demonstration of good work and study habits
4. Proof of acceptance by or current enrollment at a post-secondary institution (Community College, Vocational School, College, or University)
5. Official transcript showing your GPA
Submission Instructions:
Mailing Address:
Florida Non-Profit Housing, Inc.
ATTENTION: Steven Brown
P.O. Box 1987
Sebring, Florida 33871-1987
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