Technical/Trade School Scholarship Program
Funding Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
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Eligible organizations
- Bonita Springs High School
- Estero High School
- Other high schools in the Estero and Bonita Springs area
Overview
Technical/Trade School Scholarship Program
Funder: Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation in partnership with the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools
Status: Active
Geographic Scope: Southwest Florida high schools in Estero and Bonita Springs
Focus Areas: Trade and technical school education; vocational training
Program Overview
This partnership provides scholarship support to deserving students pursuing careers in trade and technical fields. The program aims to support a robust economy and provide pathways for students to become valuable contributors to the community.
Eligible Schools
- Bonita Springs High School
- Estero High School
- Other high schools in the Estero and Bonita Springs area
Award Details
- Award Amount: $5,000 per student
- Use: Funds support enrollment and training at any accredited trade or technical school
- Selection: Based on demonstrated merit and potential for success in trade/technical vocations
Contact
Marshall T. Bower, Esq
President & CEO, Foundation for Lee County Public Schools
Tod Wilcock
President, Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation
Foundation Information
Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered in Florida (Registration CH40624). For official registration and financial information, contact the Florida Division of Consumer Services at 1-800-435-7352.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Application details not publicly available on website. Contact the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools or Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation for current application information.
Past Award Timeline
- Awards announced in May/June timeframe
- In 2021, nine students from Bonita Springs and Estero High Schools were awarded scholarships
- Students are surprised with awards at their schools in front of principals, families, and counselors
What Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990 filing, 2021 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2021
- 13
- Total given
- $940K
- Median grant
- $55K
- Range
- $8,762–$303K
- By dollars: Florida 94%, Georgia 6%. Top recipient cities: Fort Myers, FL; Naples, FL; Bonita Springs, FL.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
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