How much funding does TMRF Environmental Award provide?

TMRF Environmental Award provides Up to $100,000 ($25,000 per year for four years) in funding.

When is the deadline for TMRF Environmental Award?

The deadline is April 30, 2026.

TMRF Environmental Award

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Funding Amount

Up to $100,000 ($25,000 per year for four years)

Deadline

April 30, 2026

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Grant Type

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Overview

TMRF Environmental Award

Award Amount: Up to $100,000, paid out at $25,000 per year for four years

Geographic Scope:

Students residing in Truckee, unincorporated Placer County around Truckee, and/or North Lake Tahoe (California side only)

OR students attending a high school within the TTUSD boundary

Eligible Schools:

Truckee High

North Tahoe High

Forest Charter High

Sierra Continuation High School

Cold Stream Alternative

Sugar Bowl Academy

Tahoe Expedition Academy

Both public and private high schools within TTUSD boundary

Eligibility Criteria:

Graduating high school seniors

Must enroll in higher education in Fall 2025 (or applicable award year)

Minimum GPA of 3.5

Must attend a 2-year or 4-year institution or pursue a vocational certificate

Must be a resident of eligible area or attend school within TTUSD boundary

Selection Criteria:

Demonstrated interest and/or clear vision around ability to significantly improve climate and/or the human condition (primary focus)

Academic achievement (minimum GPA 3.5)

Extra-curricular activities, environmental interests, and volunteer efforts

Financial need and vocational interest considered, but award may be based on merit as well

Individual interview performance (required for finalists)

Award Distribution:
If winner unable to accept full award amount, remaining funds allocated to runners-up. Payment can be made directly to recipient or school, whichever family prefers or school requires. Proof of enrollment required annually.

Contact:
info@tmrfoundation.com

How to Apply

Application Process

Application Platform: Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) consolidated application process

How to Apply:
1. Access the TTCF scholarship application portal (CLICK HERE per website)
2. IMPORTANT: Student MUST check "climate change" and/or "the human condition" to see the TMRF award
3. Complete the online application
4. Submit by spring deadline

Timeline:

Applications due annually in the spring (mid-January through April)

Finalists selected by TMRF Scholarship Committee

Individual interviews required for finalists

Awards announced in spring

Funding distributed after proof of enrollment submitted

Selection Process:

Initial review by Scholarship Committee

Selected finalists invited to individual interviews

Committee makes final selections based on criteria

Required Documentation:

Proof of high school enrollment and graduation