The Pennsylvania Society Semiquincentennial Scholarship Award

Q: How much funding does The Pennsylvania Society Semiquincentennial Scholarship Award provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

Q: When is the deadline for The Pennsylvania Society Semiquincentennial Scholarship Award?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Q: Who is eligible for The Pennsylvania Society Semiquincentennial Scholarship Award?

Eligible applicants: Current Pennsylvania public high school juniors (Class of 2027).

The Pennsylvania Society

Foundation One-time Grants for Education Grants for K-12 Schools

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: One-time opportunity
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Current Pennsylvania public high school juniors (Class of 2027)

Other requirements

As of February 5, 2026, submissions are closed for the 2025 award cycle

Overview

A scholarship contest created in honor of America's Semiquincentennial (250th anniversary) with reimagined criteria for 2025.

Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania

Eligibility:

Current Pennsylvania public high school juniors (Class of 2027)
As of February 5, 2026, submissions are closed for the 2025 award cycle

Application Process:

Complete an Initial Interest Form
Top qualified candidates are invited to prepare and record a short video presentation

Video Presentation Prompts (choose one):

Prompt #1: Discuss the significance of America's 250th anniversary to Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, or your own town
Prompt #2: Discuss what you believe will be important in the next 250 years of America's history
Prompt #3: Discuss your own personal involvement in celebrating America's 250th anniversary citing examples in your own area

2025 Award Winners:

First Prize: Evon Kamel – Southern Lehigh High School, Center Valley, Northampton County
Second Prize: Elizabeth Palmer – Deer Lakes High School, Cheswick, Allegheny County
Third Prize: Jude Stulak – Downingtown East High School, Exton, Chester County

Organization: The Pennsylvania Society (501(c)(3) nonprofit, IRS Tax ID 22-2688274)

Contact Information:

Phone: 215-233-2650
Email: info@pasociety.com
Address: P.O. Box 48, Willow Grove, PA 19090

How to Apply

Application Process

Complete Initial Interest Form – Submit form to express interest
Selection – Top qualified candidates are invited to proceed
Video Submission – Prepare and record a short video presentation
Choose One Prompt:
- Discuss the significance of America's 250th anniversary to Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, or your own town
- Discuss what you believe will be important in the next 250 years of America's history
- Discuss your own personal involvement in celebrating America's 250th anniversary citing examples in your own area

Note: As of February 5, 2026, submissions were closed for the 2025 award cycle. Contact the organization for information about future scholarship opportunities.

Required Materials: Video presentation (specific technical requirements not provided in website content)

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