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When searching for local scholarships, be sure to check the places you visit regularly.  There are many smaller local scholarships available through clubs where you or family are members; churches, banks and even your parent's places of employment may offer scholarships.  Ask everywhere you go.  You may be surprised. 

**Transcript:   Most scholarship committees will want a copy of your high school transcript.  To obtain your transcript, please use the following link:   https://www.parchment.com/u/registration/25419/institution 

Link to Scholarship Brief Description DUE 
 THS Jeff Merry Science/Engineering Scholarship  For Tumwater High School Seniors who are entering the field of science or engineering. 5/16
THS Kathy Merry Music Scholarship For Tumwater High School Seniors who are studying music 5/16
Joyce Nichols Scholarship This scholarship is to recognize Tumwater SD seniors who combine scholastic ability, good character, a record of community service and a knack for understanding and reaching others.   **Applications can also be found in the Career Center 5/16
Community Service Scholarship This scholarship recognizes outstanding members of Tumwater HS Community Service Clubs (formerly Key Club) who have demonstrated the importance of community service and activities as well as leadership in their high school throughout their high school years. ** Applications can also be found in the Career Center 5/16
Little Rock Elementary Scholarship
  • Applicant must be a former Littlerock Elementary student.
  • Applicant must graduate from Tumwater High School with a GPA of 2.5 or greater.
  • Applicant must be a well-rounded individual who attends classes greater that 90% of the time.
  • Financial need is not a strong factor in the determination of this award.
5/16

Cameron Impact Scholarship

This opportunity offers four-year, full-tuition scholarships to high school juniors who demonstrate leadership, a strong work ethic, extracurricular excellence, and active community involvement. Recipients may choose their school and field of study. 

5/21

The GEAR UP & TRIO Scholarship

NCCEP partner, The Scholar Budget, is offering a $1,000 scholarship to help GEAR UP students cover the cost of their postsecondary education. Current high school seniors and undergraduate students with a minimum GPA of 2.5 are invited to apply. 

5/23

Puget Sound Scholarships (PRSA): Horace and Susie Revels Cayton Scholarship

Award: $4,000 - This scholarship was established in 1992 in memory of Horace and Susie Revels Cayton. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Caytons were editors of a popular political newspaper, The Seattle Republican. Later in life, after publishing Cayton's Weekly, the couple turned their publishing expertise into a business and were likely Seattle's first Black public relations practitioners. Each year, the Chapter seeks to recognize a student from a systemically underrepresented racial or ethnic background attending a school in Washington State who demonstrates academic achievement and a desire to pursue a career in public relations.

5/29

Puget Sound Scholarships (PRSA): Sally Heet Memorial Scholarship

Award: $4,000 - The Sally Heet Memorial Scholarship was established in 1986 in memory of a former member and good friend of Puget Sound PRSA. Sally Heet was a longtime Seattle-area PR practitioner and graduate of the University of Washington School of Communications. At the time of her death, April 16, 1986, she was working in Washington, D.C., as press secretary to U.S. Sen. Dan Evans. Those who knew her referred to her as self-possessed, confident, and professional. She was the victim of a senseless act of violence at her residence in D.C. This annual award is presented to an outstanding public relations student from a college or university in Washington State.

5/29

Get Out and Get Active Grant

The Anxiety & Depression Initiative (ADI) is offering grants of up to $10,000 for projects that promote mental health through physical activity. Eligible applicants include K-12 schools, colleges, government agencies, and nonprofits. Funding supports education, direct services, and research using movement-based approaches.

5/30

Islamic Society of North America Scholarships

Several scholarships are open to Muslim students pursuing higher education.

5/30

Ann Gallagher Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) This scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors whose parent or guardian is a member of an affiliated union.

5/30

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year. For 2025, a special topic category, "Protecting Marine Life from Human Impact," is available, which can be applied across all eligible age groups and submission types. This option is in addition to the standard categories: Companion Animals, Farm Animals, Wildlife on Land, and Wildlife in the Oceans.

5/31

Jayme Biendl Working Womxn's Scholarship

Teamsters Local 117 has established a new scholarship fund to support working Teamster women and their dependents. The Jayme Biendl Working Womxn's scholarship was established in memory of Officer Jayme Biendl of the Monroe Correctional Complex, who was killed in the line of duty in 2011.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Any Native American U.S. citizen who is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe, has at least a 2.0 grade point average, and is enrolled full-time can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) Open to students age 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months.

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or fewer, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

We the Future Contest

Open to K-12 students, college students, law school students, graduate students, adults 25 years and older, and seniors 65 years and older. Each age group has different requirements, so applicants are advised to visit the website for detailed information. The amount varies.

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the UW Foster School of Business. The program serves 170 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 73 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE 9-month program. The only cost is transportation.

5/31

East Olympia Elementary Scholarship

East Olympia Elementary is offering a $500 scholarship.

1. Applicant must be a former East Olympia Elementary student.  

2. Applicants must graduate from high school with a GPA of 2.8 or greater.  

3. Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to their academic success in high school and  beyond. Participation in activities and an attendance record of 90 percent or higher are a plus.  

4. Applicants must have a strong community service background, specifically volunteering a  minimum of 5 times or 10 hours at East Olympia Elementary community events since leaving the  school and be able to show documentation supporting these facts. Volunteering is not required, but  submissions with 5+ hours will be favored. 

 

5/31

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year. For 2025, a special topic category, "Protecting Marine Life from Human Impact," is available, which can be applied across all eligible age groups and submission types. This option is in addition to the standard categories: Companion Animals, Farm Animals, Wildlife on Land, and Wildlife in the Oceans.

5/31

Jayme Biendl Working Womxn's Scholarship

Teamsters Local 117 has established a new scholarship fund intended to support working Teamster women and their dependents. The Jayme Biendl Working Womxn's scholarship was established in memory of Officer Jayme Biendl of the Monroe Correctional Complex, who was killed in the line of duty in 2011.

5/31

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

Full Circle Scholarship: The American Indian College Fund supports American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Any Native American U.S. citizen who is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

5/31

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students age 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything else related to your education!

5/31

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

5/31

We the Future Contest

Open to K-12 students, college students, law school students, graduate school students, adults 25 years of age and older, and seniors 65 years of age and older. Each age group has different requirements, so applicants are advised to visit the website for detailed information. Amount varies.

5/31

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program currently serves 170 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 73 schools in the state of Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to the University of Washington Seattle.

5/31

ACF Visionary Scholarship

A $5,000 scholarship is available for students who complete an essay on why college is important to them. The scholarship is open to all high school students.

6/1

Native Forward Scholars
(was Wells Fargo Scholarship)

This is the application for all Native Forward Scholars Fund scholarship opportunities for the 2025-2026 academic year. By submitting this application, you will be considered for all academic year scholarships for which you are eligible.

6/1

SchoolHouse Connection Youth Leadership and Scholarship Program

Provides scholarships to youth who have experienced homelessness to ensure their completion of a postsecondary education program. Assists youth with financial aid processes, mental health advocacy and referrals, professional legal advocacy and referrals, and assistance locating and establishing local contacts for general support and services. $2,000 scholarship award ($1,000 for the 1st year, $1,000 for the 2nd year of college). Undocumented students who meet these criteria are eligible.

6/2

Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest

($10,000) - This is the coolest scholarship contest around! Students are challenged to create and wear their prom outfits made entirely from Duck Tape to win scholarship cash!

6/4

Navigate Your Future Scholarship

A $2,500 scholarship is offered to a high school graduate continuing their education in the aviation industry.

6/27

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Fall Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or fewer. Up to $500.

6/30

Do-Over Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or fewer, submit a response to the question: "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?"

6/30

Geoscience IDEA Scholarship (formerly AWG Minority Scholarship)

The scholarship provides up to $5000 in awards annually, typically split between two or more undergraduate students, and matches them with AWG mentors to enhance their careers. It also includes a one-year, sponsored AWG student membership.

6/30

Start Your Scholarship Search Early and Understand This Is an Ongoing Project.  There Are Scholarships That Are Available to Apply for Each Year During Your Academic Career.  some Search Engines Are Below to Help Get You Started.  

Washboard.org Is a Great Place to Start  As It Was Specifically Built for Students in Washington.  Explore Multiple Sites to Find a Couple That Suits Your Needs.

  

https://www.scholarshipjunkies.org/ 

Https://washboard.wsac.wa.gov/login.aspx 

Https://www.scholarships.com/    

Https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/scholarship-search

Https://www.fastweb.com/   

Https://www.goingmerry.com/  

Https://scholarshipowl.com/   

Https://www.cappex.com/

Https://bold.org/

Https://www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships.aspx

Https://www.fisherhouse.org/programs/scholarship-programs/

Https://www.dosomething.org/us

Https://www.unigo.com/

Https://myscholly.com/search/

Https://studentscholarships.org/

Http://www.scholarshipdetective.com/scholarship/

Https://www.petersons.com/scholarship-search.aspx