Salem Community Foundation Scholarship
Funding Amount
$1,400 - $2,200
Deadline
June 4, 2026
57 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Salem Community Foundation Scholarship
Overview: The Salem Community Foundation scholarship awards are designed to meet the needs of college sophomores, juniors, and seniors whose initial scholarship dollars following high school graduation had been discontinued.
Geographic Scope: Residents of Salem City / Perry Township
Award Amount: $1,400 - $2,200 per student
Eligibility:
Program History: Now in its 34th year, the foundation has awarded over $1 million in scholarships since 1991. In 2025-2026, 45 students were awarded scholarships totaling $112,400.
Funding Sources: Scholarships are funded through 13 established endowment funds including:
Contact: Brittany Maniscalco, Chief Operating Officer, (330) 332-4021
FAFSA Note: Applicants should submit either a FAFSA Submission Summary or 2023 Income Tax Form instead of the discontinued FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR).
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Availability: Application becomes available on the website April 1, 2026
2. Submission Format: Adobe PDF editable form that must be printed
3. Signature Requirement: Must be signed in ink (handwritten applications not accepted)
4. Physical Format: Submit unfolded without paper clips or staples
5. Deadline: All applications must be received by Wednesday, June 4, 2026
6. Late Applications: Will not be processed
7. Completeness: Only completed applications will be considered
Required Materials
- Completed SCF Scholarship Application form
- FAFSA Submission Summary OR 2023 Income Tax Form
- Transcripts
- Essay
- Signature in ink
Contact Before Applying
Applicants are encouraged to call Brittany Maniscalco, Chief Operating Officer, at (330) 332-4021 before filling out the application.
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