The NWPA Food Council Scholarship Grant

The NWPA Food Council Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Summary

The NWPA Food Council Scholarship, offered by the Erie Community Foundation, supports Erie County high school graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA pursuing post-secondary education or training. With over $800,000 awarded in 2023, this scholarship is particularly aimed at those entering the food, grocery, or convenience store industries. This initiative underscores the Foundation's commitment to empowering local students and enhancing workforce development in essential sectors.

Overview

In 2023, The Erie Community Foundation, and its affiliates, awarded more than $800,000 in scholarships to over 500 deserving students to pursue a post-secondary education or training. The NWPA Food Council Scholarship This award is intended to benefit graduates in good standing of any Erie County high school and will support the pursuit of post-secondary education or training. Preference may be given to students who are working in and/or pursuing careers in the food, grocery, or convenience store industries.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.