How much funding does Seniors for Seniors Scholarship provide?

Seniors for Seniors Scholarship provides Award amounts vary based on quality and number of applicants in funding.

When is the deadline for Seniors for Seniors Scholarship?

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

How often is Seniors for Seniors Scholarship offered?

Seniors for Seniors Scholarship runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected February 13, 2027.

Seniors for Seniors Scholarship

Friendship Foundation

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Funding Amount

Award amounts vary based on quality and number of applicants

Deadline

Expected ~February

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: February 13, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: February

From the program guidelines: “Deadline: February 13 (annually)”

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

Must be a graduating high school senior
Must intend to enroll in a 2-year or 4-year accredited college/university OR a trade program
Must submit completed application with required essay and short answer
Must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in activities, and commitment to community service

Overview

Friendship's Seniors for Seniors Scholarship celebrates the meaningful relationship between high school seniors and older adults in the community. The scholarship supports graduating high school students who plan to pursue either a 2-year or 4-year degree or trade program and who demonstrate academic commitment, leadership, and a spirit of service.

Geographic Scope: Roanoke, Virginia area

Focus Areas:

Intergenerational connection
Community service and giving back
Academic achievement
Leadership development

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a graduating high school senior
Must intend to enroll in a 2-year or 4-year accredited college/university OR a trade program
Must submit completed application with required essay and short answer
Must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in activities, and commitment to community service

Special Consideration:

Applicants with personal connection to Friendship receive extra consideration, including:
- Those who work or volunteer at Friendship
- Those with parent, grandparent, or guardian employed at Friendship
- Those who have participated in activities, events, or youth-engagement programs with Friendship residents

Evaluation Criteria:

Academic Performance: Overall GPA, transcript strength, evidence of dedication and growth
Activities & Community Engagement: Extracurriculars, clubs, sports, arts, volunteer work, leadership roles, community contributions
Connection to Senior Living Community: Respect for older adults, intergenerational connection, involvement with Friendship or senior-serving organizations
Essay Quality and Reflection: Writing clarity, personal growth, depth of insight regarding aging/service/intergenerational relationships, authenticity

Contact Information: Friendship Foundation, 367 Hershberger Road, Roanoke, VA 24012 | Phone: (540) 265-2122