Arkansas Community Foundation Scholarships
$10,000
Helping Arkansas students access financial support for continuing their education is one of the most effective ways to strengthen communities across the state. The majority of Community Foundation scholarships are intended for Arkansas residents who are pursuing postsecondary education—this includes students attending two- or four-year colleges and universities, as well as those enrolled in vocational or technical training programs. About the scholarships - The Arkansas Community Foundation administers dozens of donor-established scholarships, each with its own set of eligibility rules. - Some awards are reserved for graduates of specific high schools or for students planning to enroll at a particular...
Helping Arkansas students access financial support for continuing their education is one of the most effective ways to strengthen communities across the state. The majority of Community Foundation scholarships are intended for Arkansas residents who are pursuing postsecondary education—this includes students attending two- or four-year colleges and universities, as well as those enrolled in vocational or technical training programs. About the scholarships - The Arkansas Community Foundation administers dozens of donor-established scholarships, each with its own set of eligibility rules. - Some awards are reserved for graduates of specific high schools or for students planning to enroll at a particular...
Art Porter Memorial Scholarship Program
$3,000
Introduction
In honor of Art Porter, Sr. and Art Porter, Jr., the Board of Directors of Art Porter Music Education, Inc. (APME) created a memorial scholarship to support the organization’s mission. These awards aim to foster excellence in music education by encouraging and financially supporting talented Arkansas high school graduates who plan to pursue music degrees.
Scholarship overview
APME will grant a Memorial Scholarship totaling $3,000 to a graduating Arkansas high school senior. Funds are distributed across four years: $1,500 in the first year and $500 in each of the following three years. To continue receiving subsequent installments, recipients must...
Introduction
In honor of Art Porter, Sr. and Art Porter, Jr., the Board of Directors of Art Porter Music Education, Inc. (APME) created a memorial scholarship to support the organization’s mission. These awards aim to foster excellence in music education by encouraging and financially supporting talented Arkansas high school graduates who plan to pursue music degrees.
Scholarship overview
APME will grant a Memorial Scholarship totaling $3,000 to a graduating Arkansas high school senior. Funds are distributed across four years: $1,500 in the first year and $500 in each of the following three years. To continue receiving subsequent installments, recipients must...
First Bank Corp Business Scholarship
$32,000
Intro
The First Bank Corp. Business Scholarship is a selective award for students who combine strong academic achievement with proven leadership inside and outside school and who intend to take on leadership roles on campus. Applicants must be planning to pursue a business degree through the College of Business and Industry at UAFS. To be considered, candidates must submit a completed Application for Admission to UAFS and the scholarship application.
Eligibility
- Minimum ACT score: 27
- Minimum high school GPA: 3.5
- Declared intent to earn a business degree in the UAFS College of Business and Industry
Award benefits...
Intro
The First Bank Corp. Business Scholarship is a selective award for students who combine strong academic achievement with proven leadership inside and outside school and who intend to take on leadership roles on campus. Applicants must be planning to pursue a business degree through the College of Business and Industry at UAFS. To be considered, candidates must submit a completed Application for Admission to UAFS and the scholarship application.
Eligibility
- Minimum ACT score: 27
- Minimum high school GPA: 3.5
- Declared intent to earn a business degree in the UAFS College of Business and Industry
Award benefits...
Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship
$40,000
Overview
The Governor’s Scholars (Non‑Distinguished) Scholarship is awarded to the top‑scoring high school senior in any Arkansas county that did not name a Governor’s Distinguished Scholar that year. It is also available to graduating seniors who earn a Diploma of Distinction or who complete an Associate’s degree while still in high school. The scholarship covers tuition, required fees, and room and board up to $5,000 per academic year (maximum $20,000 over four years). FAFSA completion is required for most applicants.
Application Deadline
Annual deadline: July 1
Who May Apply
- High school seniors in their graduating year.
- Non‑U.S. citizens...
Overview
The Governor’s Scholars (Non‑Distinguished) Scholarship is awarded to the top‑scoring high school senior in any Arkansas county that did not name a Governor’s Distinguished Scholar that year. It is also available to graduating seniors who earn a Diploma of Distinction or who complete an Associate’s degree while still in high school. The scholarship covers tuition, required fees, and room and board up to $5,000 per academic year (maximum $20,000 over four years). FAFSA completion is required for most applicants.
Application Deadline
Annual deadline: July 1
Who May Apply
- High school seniors in their graduating year.
- Non‑U.S. citizens...
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship
$8,000
Overview
The 2025 Regions Riding Forward Scholarship is organized as four distinct Quarterly Contests — one covering each calendar quarter of 2025. In each Quarterly Contest, Regions will award four scholarships of $8,000 each.
How to enter: To be considered for an $8,000 scholarship, submit either a video or a written essay describing a person you know personally (who resides in your community) who has inspired you and helped you gain the confidence needed to pursue your goals.
Eligibility
For the purposes of this contest:
- Eligible States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North...
Overview
The 2025 Regions Riding Forward Scholarship is organized as four distinct Quarterly Contests — one covering each calendar quarter of 2025. In each Quarterly Contest, Regions will award four scholarships of $8,000 each.
How to enter: To be considered for an $8,000 scholarship, submit either a video or a written essay describing a person you know personally (who resides in your community) who has inspired you and helped you gain the confidence needed to pursue your goals.
Eligibility
For the purposes of this contest:
- Eligible States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North...
Tall Clubs International Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
Tall Clubs International Foundation (TCIF) presents annual scholarships in memory/honor of Kae Sumner-Einfeldt, Virginia Linquist-Winker, Robert Rader, Carolyn Goldstein, and Charles & Doris Chickering. These awards, reserved for deserving high school seniors in North America (United States and Canada only), are funded through nominations submitted by Tall Clubs International’s local member clubs and Members-at-Large (MALs). From the nominations received, scholarship recipients are selected to receive at least a $1,000 award from Tall Clubs International Foundation, Inc. (Membership in a local TCI club is NOT required.)
Eligibility requirements
To be considered for a scholarship, every applicant must satisfy ALL of...
Introduction
Tall Clubs International Foundation (TCIF) presents annual scholarships in memory/honor of Kae Sumner-Einfeldt, Virginia Linquist-Winker, Robert Rader, Carolyn Goldstein, and Charles & Doris Chickering. These awards, reserved for deserving high school seniors in North America (United States and Canada only), are funded through nominations submitted by Tall Clubs International’s local member clubs and Members-at-Large (MALs). From the nominations received, scholarship recipients are selected to receive at least a $1,000 award from Tall Clubs International Foundation, Inc. (Membership in a local TCI club is NOT required.)
Eligibility requirements
To be considered for a scholarship, every applicant must satisfy ALL of...
Ozarks Midwest Dairy Scholarships
$750
Overview
This scholarship is open to students connected to dairy farming in the Ozarks Division territory (Arkansas, southern Missouri, or eastern Oklahoma). Key deadlines and submission details are listed below.
Eligibility
- Must be accepted to, or currently enrolled as, a full‑time student at an accredited college.
- As of January 1 of the current calendar year, the applicant must be associated with a contributor to the Midwest Dairy checkoff. This can be the applicant themself or a qualifying family member — parents, guardians, spouse, grandparents, or siblings — who own a dairy farm within the Ozarks Division territory (Arkansas,...
Overview
This scholarship is open to students connected to dairy farming in the Ozarks Division territory (Arkansas, southern Missouri, or eastern Oklahoma). Key deadlines and submission details are listed below.
Eligibility
- Must be accepted to, or currently enrolled as, a full‑time student at an accredited college.
- As of January 1 of the current calendar year, the applicant must be associated with a contributor to the Midwest Dairy checkoff. This can be the applicant themself or a qualifying family member — parents, guardians, spouse, grandparents, or siblings — who own a dairy farm within the Ozarks Division territory (Arkansas,...
Curwen-Guidry-Blackburn Scholarship Fund
$1,000
Introduction
The Southern Bowling Congress is committed to investing in the next generation of bowlers. To support their educational goals, SBC administers the Jacques Curwen/Jay Guidry/Bill Blackburn Scholarship Fund, which awards a one-year $1,000 scholarship to the college or university chosen by the recipient. To date, the SBC has awarded more than $106,000 in scholarships to deserving youth.
Who is eligible
This scholarship is open to male and female senior youth bowlers who reside in Southern Bowling Congress member states and meet the requirements listed below.
Scholarship winners and application
A roster of past scholarship recipients is available online. A...
Introduction
The Southern Bowling Congress is committed to investing in the next generation of bowlers. To support their educational goals, SBC administers the Jacques Curwen/Jay Guidry/Bill Blackburn Scholarship Fund, which awards a one-year $1,000 scholarship to the college or university chosen by the recipient. To date, the SBC has awarded more than $106,000 in scholarships to deserving youth.
Who is eligible
This scholarship is open to male and female senior youth bowlers who reside in Southern Bowling Congress member states and meet the requirements listed below.
Scholarship winners and application
A roster of past scholarship recipients is available online. A...
Southern Automotive Women’s Forum
$5,000
Introduction
The Southern Automotive Women’s Forum (SAWF) advances women’s careers in the automotive sector by promoting STEM — science, technology, engineering, and math — among young women. SAWF aims to build confidence, practical skills, and professional ambition so students can pursue roles across the industry, from technicians to senior management.
Program impact and history
Since the scholarship program began in 2011, SAWF has awarded more than $516,500 in financial support. The organization expands its reach through industry fundraising and professional events to close the gender gap in STEM careers.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must identify as women.
- Candidates...
Introduction
The Southern Automotive Women’s Forum (SAWF) advances women’s careers in the automotive sector by promoting STEM — science, technology, engineering, and math — among young women. SAWF aims to build confidence, practical skills, and professional ambition so students can pursue roles across the industry, from technicians to senior management.
Program impact and history
Since the scholarship program began in 2011, SAWF has awarded more than $516,500 in financial support. The organization expands its reach through industry fundraising and professional events to close the gender gap in STEM careers.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must identify as women.
- Candidates...
Young Women in Public Affairs Award
$5,000
Overview
Zonta’s Young Women in Leadership Award (previously called the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) honors young women aged 16–19 who have shown leadership ability and a commitment to public service and civic causes, and aims to encourage continued involvement in public and political life.
History and impact
Since the program began in 1990, Zonta has presented 1,165 awards, distributing a total of US$1,858,750 to 993 recipients from 60 countries.
Program structure and prizes
The initiative is administered at three levels: Zonta club, district and international. Zonta International provides 37 international awards, each worth US$5,000. Each district may nominate...
Overview
Zonta’s Young Women in Leadership Award (previously called the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) honors young women aged 16–19 who have shown leadership ability and a commitment to public service and civic causes, and aims to encourage continued involvement in public and political life.
History and impact
Since the program began in 1990, Zonta has presented 1,165 awards, distributing a total of US$1,858,750 to 993 recipients from 60 countries.
Program structure and prizes
The initiative is administered at three levels: Zonta club, district and international. Zonta International provides 37 international awards, each worth US$5,000. Each district may nominate...
Bird Dog Foundation College Scholarship
$2,000
The Bird Dog Foundation presents two annual programs for students and young adults: a K–12 Youth Art Contest and a College Scholarship Essay Contest. Both events are popular in the region and attract many entries each year. All activities are hosted at the National Bird Dog Museum in Grand Junction, TN.
Youth Art Contest (Grades K–12)
- Overview: The Foundation’s yearly Youth Art Contest draws hundreds of submissions from local schools and home-school students. It is open to enrolled and home-schooled students in kindergarten through 12th grade who live or attend school within a 75-mile radius of the National Bird...
The Bird Dog Foundation presents two annual programs for students and young adults: a K–12 Youth Art Contest and a College Scholarship Essay Contest. Both events are popular in the region and attract many entries each year. All activities are hosted at the National Bird Dog Museum in Grand Junction, TN.
Youth Art Contest (Grades K–12)
- Overview: The Foundation’s yearly Youth Art Contest draws hundreds of submissions from local schools and home-school students. It is open to enrolled and home-schooled students in kindergarten through 12th grade who live or attend school within a 75-mile radius of the National Bird...
Globe-Trotters Member Chapter Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
The AIST Globe-Trotters Member Chapter Scholarship is designed to recognize and encourage promising students to pursue careers in the iron and steel industry. The Globe-Trotters Member Chapter is responsible for administering this scholarship program.
Awards
- Globe-Trotters Member Chapter Systems Group Scholarship: One (1) US$5,000, one-year award.
- In addition to the above, the Globe-Trotters chapter distributes up to US$25,000 in scholarship funds annually.
Who may apply
Applicants must be either the child or grandchild of an active Globe-Trotters chapter member in good standing, or a current student member of AIST through the Material Advantage Student Program. Candidates must...
Introduction
The AIST Globe-Trotters Member Chapter Scholarship is designed to recognize and encourage promising students to pursue careers in the iron and steel industry. The Globe-Trotters Member Chapter is responsible for administering this scholarship program.
Awards
- Globe-Trotters Member Chapter Systems Group Scholarship: One (1) US$5,000, one-year award.
- In addition to the above, the Globe-Trotters chapter distributes up to US$25,000 in scholarship funds annually.
Who may apply
Applicants must be either the child or grandchild of an active Globe-Trotters chapter member in good standing, or a current student member of AIST through the Material Advantage Student Program. Candidates must...
