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The following donors and organizations have expressed an interest in offering scholarships, awards, or scholarship services to students. They are not screened nor are they endorsed by either Gig Harbor High School or the Peninsula School District. It is recommended that students not apply for scholarships or use services that require a fee. For more information, please see your counselor.


Scholarship search websites:               www.fastweb.com                                                      www.finaid.com                                              www.scholarships.com                                                www.findtuition.com

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Scholarships for reduced out-of-state tuition:        www.wiche.edu  

Scholarships for specific ethnicities:

Gates Millennium Scholarships, www.gmsp.org

USA Funds, www.usafunds.org

 
  R.Merle Palmer Minority Scholarship Foundation: Top 25% of class, significant financial need, employed. (15) $1000 - $4500. Application available in the Counseling Office or online. www.palmerscholars.org.
Due
1/09
  American Indian Endowed Scholarship: Financial need. (15) $500 - $2000, renewable for five years. www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/aies.asp
Due 2/1/09
  RMHC/African American Future Achievers: Must be of African American/Black Caribbean heritage. $100,000 (payable over four years). www.rmhc.com/scholarships/#available Due 2/15/08
  RMHC/Asian Scholarship: Must be of Asian/Pacific Islander heritage. $100,000 (payable over four years). www.rmhc.com/scholarships/#available Due 2/15/08
  RMHC/HACER Scholarship: Must be of Hispanic heritage. (4) 100,000 (payable over four years). www.rmhc.com/scholarships/#available Due 2/15/08
  Franciscan Health System Scholarships: Health care professions. (2) $3000. www.fhshealth.org/scholarship
Due 3/1/08
  Washington State Indian Education Association High School Merit Award: (1) $500. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due 3/9/08
  Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation and the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian: Young Native Writers Essay Contest. (5) $1000 - $5000, plus all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. www.indian.hklaw.com
Due 4/15/08
  National AICHE Minority Scholarship: Plan to major in science or engineering, preferring chemical engineering. Academic record, participation in school and work activities, reason for choosing science or engineering, and financial need. (1) $1000. http://www.aiche.org/students/scholarships/index.aspx
Due
4/20/08
  Puget Sound Section Minority Scholarship: Plan to major in science or engineering, preferring chemical engineering. Academic record, participation in school and work activities, reason for choosing science or engineering, and financial need. (1) $1000.
Due 4/20/08
Scholarships for military dependents               www.militaryscholar.org                                           www.needalift.org                                                                                      
  Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation: Son or daughter of current or former U.S.Marine or U.S. Navy Corpsman. www.mcsf.org
Due 3/1/09
  MG James Ursano Scholarship Program: Son or daughter of current or former U.S. Army soldier. www.aerhq.org Due 3/1/09
  McChord Officers' Spouses Club: 3.0 min. GPA. Must be dependent of active duty/retired Air Force personnel. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due 3/10/08
  Ft. Lewis Family Member: Must be a family member of a Ft. Lewis military person and have a valid military ID card. www.lewisfamilyfocus.com/scholarships.htm Due 4/1/08
  American Legion Legacy Scholarship Program: Many varied scholarships available. Apply online. www.legion.org Due 4/15/08
Scholarships for Freshmen (9th gr.):  
  Barbizon: Random drawing. (1) $100,000. Apply online. One entry. www.barbizonscholarship.com/
 
  Next Step Magazine: Random drawing. College tuition for one year up to $20,000. Apply online. One entry. www.nextstepmagazine.com/nextstep/registration1.aspx
Due 6/19/09
 
 

"It's Always Something" Writing Contest, Gilda's Club Seattle: Writing contest to share stories about cancer in personal essays of 500 to 2000 words.  (1) $2500, (many) $1000, gift cards. Entry form available in Counseling Office or online. www.gildasclubseattle.org Winning essays from 2008 and 2007 can be viewed here.

Due 2/1/08
  Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award: Enterprising and community-minded girl. (1) $10,000. (1) $5000. (1) $3000. (12) $1000. www.GirlsGoingPlaces.com
Due 2/27/09
  Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship: Nominate an outstanding volunteer. (1900) $5000 scholarship awards and gift cards. www.kohlskidswhocare.com
Due 3/15/08
  Miss Washington Teen USA: (1) $7500. Qualifying criteria posted on website: www.pageantsnw.com Due 5/15/08
Scholarships for Sophomores (10th gr.):  
  Barbizon: Random drawing. (1) $100,000. Apply online. One entry. www.barbizonscholarship.com/
 
  Next Step Magazine: Random drawing. College tuition for one year up to $20,000. Apply online. One entry. www.nextstepmagazine.com/nextstep/registration1.aspx
Due 6/19/09
 
  "It's Always Something" Writing Contest, Gilda's Club Seattle: Writing contest to share stories about cancer in personal essays of 500 to 2000 words.  (1) $2500, (many) $1000, gift cards. Entry form available in Counseling Office or online. www.gildasclubseattle.org Winning essays from 2008 and 2007 can be viewed here.
Due 2/1/08
  Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award: Enterprising and community-minded girl. (1) $10,000. (1) $5000. (1) $3000. (12) $1000. www.GirlsGoingPlaces.com
Due 2/27/09
  Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship: Nominate an outstanding volunteer. (1900) $5000 scholarship awards and gift cards. www.kohlskidswhocare.com
Due 3/15/08
  Miss Washington Teen USA: (1) $7500. Qualifying criteria posted on website: www.pageantsnw.com Due 5/15/08
Scholarships for Juniors (11th gr.):  
  Barbizon: Random drawing. (1) $100,000. Apply online. One entry. www.barbizonscholarship.com/
 
  Next Step Magazine: Random drawing. College tuition for one year up to $20,000. Apply online. One entry. www.nextstepmagazine.com/nextstep/registration1.aspx
Due 6/19/09
 
  KeyBank: Random drawings. (3 monthly, total of 36) $2500 each. Apply online Sept. 2007 - August 2008. One entry per week. www.key.com/win

Due

9/1/07 - 8/27/08

  Samsung American Legion Scholarship: High school Junior who is a direct descendant of a U.S. wartime veteran and who participates in the Boys/Girls State program. (10) $20,000, (88) $1000. See your counselor for an application to attend this program. www.legion.org Due upon arrival at Boys/Girls State
  Prudential Spirit of Community: High school student. Outstanding volunteer service to the community. Apply online. Requires the principal's signature. www.prudential.com/spirit
Due 10/31/08
Masonic Lodge: Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 11/5/07
  Better Business Bureau: 2.5 GPA or higher. Essay: Importance of Ethics & Integrity in the Marketplace. (1) $1000. Apply online.  BBB Scholarship Application Due 11/28/08
  Create-A-Greeting-Card: (1) $10,000. www.gallerycollection.com/scholarship.htm
Due 1/15/08
  Discover Card Tribute Award: 2.75 GPA min. Leadership, community service, and obstacles overcome. (10) $30,000. www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml
Due 1/31/08
  "It's Always Something" Writing Contest, Gilda's Club Seattle: Writing contest to share stories about cancer in personal essays of 500 to 2000 words.  (1) $2500, (many) $1000, gift cards. Entry form available in Counseling Office or online. www.gildasclubseattle.org Winning essays from 2008 and 2007 can be viewed here.
Due 2/1/08
  Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award: Enterprising and community-minded girl. (1) $10,000. (1) $5000. (1) $3000. (12) $1000. www.GirlsGoingPlaces.com
Due 2/27/09
  Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship: Nominate an outstanding volunteer. (1900) $5000 scholarship awards and gift cards. www.kohlskidswhocare.com
Due 3/15/08
  Franklin Award Essay Contest of the Anti-Defamation League: Write essay (800 - 1200 words). (1) $1500, (1) $1000, (1) $500. Writing prompt and requirements are in the Counseling Office.
Due 3/19/08
  Miss Washington Teen USA: (1) $7500. Qualifying criteria posted on website: www.pageantsnw.com Due 5/15/08
  Nordstrom Scholarship: 2.7 GPA min. Substantial contribution to community, involvement in school activities, and financial need. (5) $10,000. Entry form available in Counseling Office.
Due 5/31/08
  NOTE: Juniors are encouraged to preview the scholarships listed below for seniors to note the qualifying criteria. For example, some credit unions require the student to have an account with them for certain lengths of time prior to application. By planning ahead, students may increase the number of scholarships they are eligible to apply for.  
Scholarships for Seniors (12th gr.):
 
  US Bank: Random drawings. (30) $1000 each. Apply online Oct. 2007 - Feb. 2008. One entry. www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm

Due

10/07 - 2/08

  Barbizon: Random drawing.  (1) $100,000. Apply online. One entry. www.barbizonscholarship.com/
 
  Next Step Magazine: Random drawing. College tuition for one year up to $20,000. Apply online. One entry. www.nextstepmagazine.com/nextstep/registration1.aspx
Due 6/19/09
  Wells Fargo CollegeSTEPS / Jostens: Random drawings. (20) $1000. Apply online. One entry. www.wellsfargo.com/student/planning/scholarships
Due
6/1/08 - 5/31/09
  KeyBank: Random drawings. (3 monthly, total of 36) $2500 each. Apply online Sept. 2007 - August 2008. One entry per week. www.key.com/win

Due

9/1/07 - 8/27/08

 

Careers That Work: For technical or specialty schools such as DigiPen, Art Institute of Seattle, Gene Juarez Academy, etc. (6 GHHS students) $1000. See your counselor.  www.nwcareercolleges.org/scholarships.html

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  OP Loftbed $500 Scholarship Award: Essay regarding advertising or your life motto. (1) $500. www.oploftbed.com/scholarship/index.php Due 7/31/08
  Prudential Spirit of Community: High school student. Outstanding volunteer service to the community. Apply online. Requires the principal's signature. www.prudential.com/spirit
Due 10/31/08
  Better Business Bureau: 2.5 GPA or higher. Essay: Importance of Ethics & Integrity in the Marketplace. (1) $1000. Apply online.  BBB Scholarship Application Due 11/28/08
  SAE 2008 Engineering Scholarships: For Engineering/Science/Technology majors. Eight undesignated and 58 university-sponsored scholarships are available. Apply online. www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm Due 12/1/07
  AXA Achievement: (10) $25,000 each, (42) $10,000 each. Apply online. www.axaonline.com Due 12/15/07
  Dollars for Scholars: Open scholarships. www.wadollarsforscholars.org/open.htm
Various
  Elks National Foundation 2008 Most Valuable Student: $250 - $60,000 each. Essay. Applications available in the Counseling Office or online. www.elks.org/enf/scholars. Due    1/11/08
  WalMart Corporate Giving Community Scholarship: Community service. (1) $1000 www.walmartfoundation.org
Due 1/14/08
  Create-A-Greeting-Card: (1) $10,000. www.gallerycollection.com/scholarship.htm
Due 1/15/08
  McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship: Own your own business for at least one year, have at least one paid employee. (100) $40,000. Apply online. www.info@mckelveyfoundation.org
Due 1/15/08
  Gig Harbor Commercial Fishermen's Civic Club: (2) $1000. Requirements in Scholarship Notebook packet.
Due 1/18/08
  Herman Uddenberg Post #1854 Veterans of Foreign Wars: (1) $1500. Requirements in Scholarship Notebook packet.
Due 1/18/08
  Peninsula Art League William Arthur Phillips: Awards total of $3500. Requirements in Scholarship Notebook packet
Due 1/18/08
  Simon Youth Foundation:  Financial need, academics, leadership and service. Special consideration given to students who are the first generation in their family to attend a post-secondary institution.  (1) $1500. www.syf.org
Due 1/31/08
  ESA Foundation: $500 - $1500 each, May apply for three of 35 scholarships listed. Apply online. www.esaintl.com/esaf/scholarship_application.html Due 2/1/08
  "It's Always Something" Writing Contest, Gilda's Club Seattle: Writing contest to share stories about cancer in personal essays of 500 to 2000 words.  (1) $2500, (many) $1000, gift cards. Entry form available in Counseling Office or online. www.gildasclubseattle.org Winning essays from 2008 and 2007 can be viewed here.
Due 2/1/08
  Washington Assoc. of Educational Grants Managers: Received assistance from Title 1, LAP, ESL/ELL, and/or Indian Education. Financial need. (1) $2500. Applications available in the Counseling Office.
Due 2/1/08
  NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation Award: Entrepreneur / Business interest. (400) $1,000. (1) $10,000. www.goonline.cc with Access Key: NFIB
Due
2/11/08
  Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholars: $100,000 (payable over 4 years). www.rmhc.com/scholarships/#available Due 2/15/08
  Best Buy Scholarships: 2.5 GPA or higher. Exemplary community service or work experience. Participation and leadership in school activities. (51) $10,000, (1500) $1500. www.bestbuy.scholarshipamerica.org/ Due 2/15/08
  Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program: Plan to pursue a career in agriculture-related field. (100) $1500. www.monsanto.com
Due 2/15/08
  USA Funds Access to Education: Financial need. $1500. Renewable for four years. Apply online. www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship/index.htm Due  2/15/08
  AXA Achievement Community Scholarship: Ambition & drive; Respect for self, family and community; Ability to succeed in college. (12) $2000. Apply online. www.axaonline.com
Due 2/15/08
  Burger King Scholars Program: 2.5 GPA or higher, employed 15 hours per week average, community service, financial need. (700) $1000 each. Apply online. www.bk.com/companyinfo/community. Due 2/15/08
  Junior League of Tacoma Jane Russell Scholarship:    Young woman with a 3.2 GPA or higher. Volunteer service in community programs and/or events. (2) $1750. Information: www.jltacoma.org. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due 2/15/08
  Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award: Enterprising and community-minded girl. (1) $10,000. (1) $5000. (1) $3000. (12) $1000. www.GirlsGoingPlaces.com
Due 2/27/09
  Gig Harbor Rotary Foundation/Mildred McCall Scholarship: Academics, leadership, work experience, activities, honors, goals, and aspirations. Awards range $4000 (renewable for four years) - $500. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 3/1/08
  Kitsap Credit Union Educational Grants Foundation: 2.5 GPA or higher. US Citizen. Must be a member, or eligible to become a member of KCU. Applications available in the Counseling Office. Due 3/1/08
  Washington State Scholarship Foundation: Financial need. $2000 if entering a four year school, $2000 if entering a two year school. www.wssra.org/scholarshipform.htm
Due  3/1/08
  Association of Computer Professionals in Education: Plan to pursue technology related field, demonstrated high interest and innovative use of technology, and has community/school involvement. (4 or more) up to $2500. www.acpenw.org/home/awards.html Due 3/7/08
  Robert J. Handy Scholarship/WA State School Retirees' Foundation Scholarship: Intend to enter teaching/school related profession. (16) $600, renewable for five years. (8) $1500. www.wssra.org
Due 3/7/08
  Washington Assoc. of School Administrators / Pemco: 3.0 GPA or higher. Exhibits leadership in a variety of activities. Intend to pursue a career in education. (3) $4000. www.wasa-oly.org/services/schol08.pdf
Due 3/7/08
  SAMMY 2008 Award Program: Athletic Excellence, Academic Achievement, Leadership, Citizenship/Community Service, Essay. (25) $7500, plus trip to Disney World in Florida. www.sammybodybymilk.com
Due 3/7/08
  Franklin Award Essay Contest of the Anti-Defamation League: Write essay (800 - 1200 words). (1) $1500, (1) $1000, (1) $500. Writing prompt and requirements are in the Counseling Office.
Due 3/7/08
  Ewing C. Kelly Foundation of Washington: Citizenship and academic achievement. (50) $2500. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due 3/10/08
 
  PC3 Foundation Student Scholarship: Intend to enter WA State supported college in Pierce County. Earned at least 1.0 credit in Tech Prep approved CTE course, receiving a 'B' or better. (4) $500. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due 3/14/08
  Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship: Nominate an outstanding volunteer. (1900) $5000 scholarship awards and gift cards. www.kohlskidswhocare.com
Due 3/15/08
  SEMI Foundation: 3.0 GPA or higher. Intend to pursue a Math or Science related major. U.S. citizen or legal resident. Have a work history, financial need, volunteer and leadership experience. (3) $2000. www.semi.org/pnwscholarship
Due 3/15/08
  Ben B. Cheney Foundation Scholarship: Varsity athlete, activities, leadership. Application is available in the Counseling Office. Due 3/28/08
  Washington Burglar & Fire Alarm Association: Children of Law Enforcement and Fire Service personnel. (1) $2000. (1) $1000. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due 3/28/08
  Burley Community Club Johnnie Moore Scholarship: (1) $500. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 3/31/08
  Washington State PTA: Financial need, Academic performance, Community service. (Multiple) $2000, (multiple) $1000. www.wastatepta.org
Due 3/31/08
  Twin Star Credit Union Scholarship: Must be a prime member in good standing. (14) $1000. www.TwinStarCU.com
Due 3/31/08
  BECU Foundation: 3.0 GPA or higher. Community/school involvement, leadership, and academic achievement. (25) $2500. www.becu.org/scholarship
Due
3/31/09
  American Academy of Chefs: Career goal of chef/pastry chef. www.acfchefs.org/Content/ACFPrograms/AAC/scholarships.htm
Due 3/31/08
  Clay Huntington Sports Communications Scholarship: Plan to major in Radio/Television Production and/or Broadcast/Editorial Journalism. Have at least one full year of high school journalism experience. (1) $1000. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 4/1/08
  Association of Government Accountants, Olympia Chapter: 2.5 GPA or higher. Plan to attend college in Washington State and pursue a financial management career (accounting, auditing, budgeting, economics, finance, information technology, and public administration.) (1) $1000. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 4/1/08
  Willie Stewart Community Service Scholarship: Awards range from $750 - $2000. Volunteer service. www.uwpc.org
Due 4/1/08
  Jerry Beckendorf Community Service Scholarship: Outstanding volunteerism and parent must be a member of a labor union. $2000. www.uwpc.org
Due 4/1/08
  Washington State Scholarship Foundation: $2000 if attend a 4-year school, $1000 if attend a 2-year school. www.WashingtonScholarships.org

Due

4/1/08

  Lyle & Madelyne Smith Scholarship: Must be pursuing a career in criminal justice or be a son/daughter or grandson/granddaughter of an active, retired, or deceased Tacoma Police Officer or Pierce County Sheriff. 3.0 GPA or higher. (4) $1500. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 4/15/08
  Bob Maguinez Memorial Scholarship: Athlete. (1) $1000. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due 4/15/08
  Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Eta Mu Zeta Chapter: 2.5 GPA or higher. You do not have to be a member of Zeta Phi Beta to apply. (1) $500. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 4/16/08
  Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Epsilon Chapter: Must be pursuing a career in education. Award amount unspecified. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 4/16/08
  Sound Credit Union: 3.0 GPA or higher. Account member for six months minimum prior to deadline. (4) $1000 each. www.soundcu.com/images/pdf/scholarship08.pdf Due 4/16/08
  Bill Stoner Endowment Scholarships & Western Washington Fair: Financial need, academic and/or community awards, and career goals. (1) $1000, (1) $500. www.thefair.com. Due 4/18/08
  Phyllis Lawson Scholarship: Distinguished in Career & Technical classes. See Counselor for District WAVA Administrator nomination. (2) $1300. www.main.wavanet.org Due 4/25/08
  Ayn Rand Essay Contest: Essay. $30 - $2000 each. Apply online. www.aynrand.org/contests Due 4/25/08
  U of WA Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Balanced Man Scholarship: Male whose awards, achievements, academic performance, and extracurricular activities are consistent with the Balanced Man philosophy. Fraternity membership not required. (1) $1000, (1) $500, and (2) $250. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 4/26/08
  Career Guidance Counselors Association: 2.5 GPA or higher. Has completed an outstanding High School and Beyond Plan. (2) $250. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 4/30/08
  Edmund F. Maxwell Foundation: Attend private college / university, financial need, demonstrated ability, aptitude, and promise of useful citizenship, Math and Reading SAT score over 1200 (or equivalent ACT score. (Many) $5000, renewable for four years, up to $20,000. www.maxwell.org Due 4/30/08
  Berol-Shindell Scholarship: Jewish student with financial need who intends to go to the U of WA. Award amount is dependent upon need. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 5/3/08
  Paul R. Wineman Freshman Scholarship, Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity: Male student who will attend the U of WA. Fraternity membership not a requirement. (1) $1000, (4) $250. Application available in the Counseling Office or by emailing jkenkat1@aol.com.
Due
5/5/08
  Fire Fighters Memorial Scholarship: 3.0 GPA or higher. Son or daughter of current/retired Tacoma Fire Fighter Local #31. (1) $2000. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 5/5/08
  Miss Washington Teen USA: (1) $7500. Qualifying criteria posted on website: www.pageantsnw.com Due 5/15/08
  Master Builders Association: Pursuing field of study related to the building trades (Architecture, Association Management, Business, Engineering, Government Affairs, etc.). Community participation. www.mbapierce.com/page.php?id=130 Due 5/16/08
  Building Industry Association of Washington: Plan to pursue a career in the construction industry. www.biaw.com/Documents/ScholarApp.pdf Due 5/19/08
  NALS (National Assoc. of Legal Secretaries): Pursuing career in legal support profession. 3.0 GPA or higher. (3) $350. Application available in the Counseling Office. Due 5/30/08
  Patricia M. McNamara Memorial Scholarship: Essay: Describe one major event that you feel has disrupted the flow of nature. (1) $1000. www.patricias-scholarship.org Due 5/31/09
  Larry L. Frost Memorial Golf Scholarship, Tacoma Police Union Local No. 6: Active member of high school golf team or have an established certified handicap at a U.S.G.A. rated golf course, above average student, outstanding character, and financial need. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due
5/31/08
  Bev & Wes Stock Scholarship: Athlete planning to pursue athletic-related career. Essay. Three letters of recommendation. Application available in the Counseling Office.
Due
6/1/08
  Alert Magazine: 2.5 GPA or higher. Essay: Drug/Alcohol abuse related. $500, if published in the magazine. Apply online. www.alertmagazine.org/ScholarshipRequirements.htm
Due 6/15/08
 
  The Charles Shafae' Scholarship Fund: 3.2 GPA or higher. Essay regarding politics. (1) $500. www.papercheck.com/scholarship.asp Due 8/31/08
 
  U of WA Fraternity Scholarships: Information and applications available in the Counseling Office.
 
  Scholarships for Designated Schools: Information and applications available in the Counseling Office.  
 
 

 

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