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Scholarships 2015-2016 updated 2/26/2016

Scholarship Name Amount: Deadline: Requirements for submissions: For more information/download application:

2016 Abbott and Fenner $1,000.00 6/10/2016

Must write an essay:

“Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain

your plan for achieving these goals. Include your

degree/major, why you selected it, and how this

degree/major will help you achieve your goals”.

http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

2016

The Horatio Alger Scholarship

$7,000-$22,000

10/25/2015

As one of the nation’s largest college financial aid programs in the

country, the Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program is one of the

major scholarship programs nationally that specifically assists high

school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives.

The National Scholarship Program is awarded to eligible students in

all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. National

Scholars receive an all-expenses paid trip to Washington D.C. during

the spring of their senior year to participate in the National Scholars

Conference.

To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarship,

applicants must meet the following criteria: Be enrolled full time as

a high school senior in the United States; be progressing normally

toward graduation in spring/summer of 2016 with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation

Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a

bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private

institution in the United States (students may start their studies

at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year

institution)

Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted

gross family income is required)

Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities

Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and

Be a United States citizen

scholars.horatioalger.org

http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm



2016 AAA's Insurance

Scholarship for Western and

Central New York

(3) $1,000.00

(3) $500.00

12/31/15

Awarding up to 6 high school seniors demonstrating excellence

in academics and community involvement.

Must write an essay

www.AAA.com/Insurance

American Association of

University Women (AAUW)

Buffalo Branch

2016

Velma Cobb Scholarship

(2) $2,000.00 3/1/2016

Applicant must have a GPA of at least 95 (or 3.5 on 4.0

scale)

Applicant must submit three letters of recommendation

Applicant must obtain an official high school transcript

forwarded by the school

Applications must be typed or computer generated.

Handwritten or incomplete applications will not be

considered.

You may obtain an application at our website

http://www.aauw.buffalo.edu/loanindex.htm

Send your questions to:

[email protected]

Send completed applications to:

AAUW Velma Cobb Scholarship Committee

P.O. Box 1172

West Seneca, NY 14224-1172

2016 Association of Italian

American Women

At least 3

scholarships will

be awarded

3/31/2016

This scholarship is open to young women of Italian descent

who have been accepted into an accredited college or university.

Applicant must include a type written essay on “How my

Italian-American Heritage has shaped my Life”. Narrative

should include the name of the village or town where her family

originated. If possible include the year the family arrived in

Western New York.

The reason why the family immigrated

Copy of acceptance at a College or University

Copy of high school transcript

Any questions contact:

Elaine Retivo Lydon @ [email protected]

Resume including school leadership positions, honors,

awards, and academic achievements received and future

goals.

Awards will be presented at the annual AIAW Scholarship

Dinner. Applications will be accepted from Feb.1 to March 31st.

Applications are available in student services

http://www.aaa.com/Insurance

http://www.aauw.buffalo.edu/loanindex.htm

mailto:[email protected]




Applications will be accepted from February 1 to March 31st.

Awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a fashion

degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college.

2016 The American Legion

Erie County Committee

(3) $500.00

4/29/2016

Awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation

career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college.

is intended to assist New York State Veterans, their families,

and patriotic students who share the ideals of the American

Legion.

Submit a copy of your College/University Letter of Acceptance

with the scholarship application.

Submit an official transcript form your high school

Must attend College/University as a full time student

Submit an essay of 500 words or less


2016 Aspiring

Fashion

Professional

Scholarship

$1,000.00 6/1/16

www.fashion-schools.org

www.animationcareerreview.com

2016 Aspiring

Animation

Professional

Scholarship

$1,000.00 6/1/16

2016 Aspiring Nurse

Scholarship $1,000.00 6/30/16

Awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a

nursing career who best demonstrates:

+A track record of academic excellence,

particularly in science and math

www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com

A letter of recommendation

A copy of your transcript

Family Income

Short Essay

http://www.fashion-schools.org/

http://www.animationcareerreview.com/

http://www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com/



Aurora Players Annual College

Scholarship

You must be a Senior graduating this spring, and pursuing

theatre (acting, technical, or design) at an accredited institution

of higher learning.

http://www.auroraplayers.org/index.php/opps/scholarship

2016 AXA Achievements

Community Scholarship

Up to 375

winners

nationwide

$2,500.00

2/1/2016

Only the first 10,000 applications will be accepted.

APPLY EARLY!

Are you active in your community?

Have you led a project that benefits others?

Have you overcome personal challenge?

To learn more and apply online:

Visit www.axa-achievement.com

2016 A Better

Blasdell $500.00 4/1/2016

Must be a Senior in High School

Must be a resident of the Village of Blasdell

Must have Demonstrated volunteer experience

Must be pursuing higher education, attending a

trade or vocational institution after high school

Any questions contact Laura

Errington

(716) 390-3749

or

[email protected]

http://www.auroraplayers.org/index.php/opps/scholarship

http://www.axa-achievement.com/



Lawrence D. Bell

Niagara Frontier Chapter of

the Air Force Association

(AFA)

4/30/2015

An independent non-profit Aerospace Organization

The scholarship is open to High School Seniors that permanently

reside or attend a school within the Air Force Association (AFA)

chapters’ zip codes areas 14001-14414.

Maintained an 85% or above average

Have participated in extra-curricular activities

Demonstrated leadership traits


Tom & John Bihr Memorial

Scholarship

Minimum of

$500.00

3/6/2015

The Tom & John Bihr Memorial Scholarship Fund are dedicated

as a special way for their friends and patrons to recognize the

special contributions these two brothers made to the Orchard

Park Community. Tom and John were husbands, fathers,

grocers, community leaders and two individuals who gave to

others, quietly and without attention. They supported those in

need and gave of their time, energy and resources to those who

needed their help.

They did this without fanfare while making a difference in our

community.

Tom and John were men who exemplified the premise that “we

can all win” and that we can all make a difference in this world

as long as no one cares who gets the credit.

Tom and John’s name will live in part, through this scholarship.

It will live through you, the applicant, as someone who gives of




Recipients receive

$10,000.00

renewable

scholarships- up

to $40,000 per

student

1/7/2016

his or her time, effort and self to the community, church and to

those less fortunate.

To be eligible for this scholarship, the applicant must reside

in the Orchard Park School District.

2016 GE-Reagan

Foundation

Scholarship Program

This national program awards college scholarships to high

school seniors who embody the characteristics of President

Ronald Reagan at school, in the community, in the

workplace, and at home. We’re looking for students with:

Leadership Drive Integrity Citizenship

Apply online through

www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships or

http:/facebook.com/GEReaganScholarships

http://www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships



2016 The Buffalo Sabres

Alumni Scholarship Program

7/1/2016

Scholarships are open to legal residents of Western New York

(within the 716 and 585 area codes) and Southern Ontario

(within the 905 area code) who are, or will be, high school

seniors graduating in the Spring of current year who plan to, and

do, enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an

accredited college or university in the United States or Canada

for the Fall term of the next school year.

Judging:

The applicants will be judged on the following criteria:

Commitment to school and community service activities.

The applicant’s list of school and leadership awards and

honors.

Appraisal form completed by the school or community

advisor, coordinator, supervisor or leader.

The applicant’s short essay on one school or community

service experience including a description of how the

experience benefitted others and what happened in

applicant’s life or the life of applicant’s family as a result

of the experience.

A grade point average (GPA) at a 2.5/4.0 level or higher.

http://www.sabresalumni.com/downloads/scholarshipapplication.pdf

http://www.sabresalumni.com/page.cshtml/9

http://www.sabresalumni.com/downloads/scholarshipapplication.pdf

http://www.sabresalumni.com/page.cshtml/9



2016 Big Sun Scholarship

6/17/2016

The Big Sun Organization is proud to be able to help young

athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part

we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All

student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which

sport they are participating in.

The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post-

secondary institute.

Please send us a short essay (500 – 1000 words) answering the

following questions:

How did your participation in sports during your high

school years influence you?

Has your participation influenced your career goals?

Has your participation influenced how you relate to your

family?

All essay submissions should be sent to:

[email protected]

$500.00




2016 Boston Democratic

Social Club Scholarship

$500.00

2/1/2016

Applicants must graduate in 2016

and be a resident of the Town of Boston

Include with the completed application form:

Two letters of reference from non-family members.

A statement of 300 words or less explaining what it means

to the applicant to live in the Town of Boston.

Signed release allowing the BDSC to publish the

scholarship recipient’s name and parts of the submitted

statement.

Please submit the completed application to:

The Boston Democratic Social Club

PO Box 324

North Boston, NY 14110-0324


If you have any questions concerning the

application, please contact

Barbara Moore @ 716-912-2100

E-mail: [email protected]

2016 Annual Buffalo Music

Hall of Fame’s

“Denton Cottier & Daniela”

Student Music Scholarship

Award

Attention All WNY High School (9-11)

Applications for the Annual Buffalo Music Hall of Fame Music

Scholarship Applications are being sent to all Western New York

schools, public and private. Students can check with their

Guidance Office and/or Music teachers to obtain an application.

They may be submitted electronically to the Buffalo Music Hall of

Fame web site, or by mail to:

http://www.buffalomusic.org/news.html


http://www.buffalomusic.org/news.html



Buffalo Music Hall of Fame Scholarship

P.O. Box 256

Buffalo, New York 14205

2016 Buick Achievers

Scholarship Program

Scholarships up to

$100,00.00

(50) Scholarships

each up to

$25,000.00/year

2/29/2016

Be a high school senior, high school graduate, or current

postsecondary undergraduate student.

Plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university

in 2016-2017

Plan to major in a field of study that focuses on:

engineering, technology

Or select Design and business related programs of study.

Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career with an

interest in the automotive industry.

The majority of the scholarships will be awarded to

students majoring in Engineering/Technology Fields.

Visit their website for more information

and you must first register as an applicant

on this website:

www.buickachievers.com

http://www.buickachievers.com/



2016 Burger King Scholars

Program

Up to $50,000.00 12/15/2015

High school seniors must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on

a 4.0 scale to be eligible.

www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram

Catholic Health AthletiCare

Scholarship (2) $500.00

3/19/2015

• Be a graduating high school senior at one of the WNY area

high schools that AthletiCare’s Sports Outreach Program

currently contracts with for athletic training services for the

2014-2015 school year (see eligible schools below)

• OR a graduating high school senior whose parent/guardian

is a Catholic Health associate

• AND plans to enroll in an accredited college or university

to pursue a degree in one of the allied health fields listed

below.

Eligible High Schools: Charter School of Applied Technologies,

Cheektowaga, Depew, Eden, Health Science Charter School,

Immaculata Academy, JFK, Kenmore East, Kenmore West,

Lackawanna, Lake Shore, Maryvale, Mt. Mercy Academy, Mount

St. Mary Academy, Nardin Academy, Sacred Heart, St. Francis,

St. Mary’s of Lancaster, Bishop Timon/St. Jude, West Seneca East

and West Seneca West.

Eligible Allied Health Fields of Study:

• Athletic Training

• Exercise Science

• Physical Therapy

• Physical Therapy Assistant

• Occupational Therapy

• Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Speech Therapy/Pathology




Minimum Criteria: Applicants must have a cumulative grade

point average of 3.0 for the first three years of high school.

Basis for Award:

The successful candidates’ applications will be based on the

following:

Essay

Volunteer/Work Experience and Extracurricular Activities

Letters of Recommendation

Faith-Based Values

Academic Achievement/GPA

The Catholic Health AthletiCare Scholarship/Selection

Committees will be the final determiner as to which applicants

will be recipients of a scholarship.

Coca Cola Scholars

2015-2016 FASNY (The

Firemen’s Association of the

State of New York )

(15) $1,500.00

3/15/2016

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-

based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each

year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve,

and their commitment to making a significant impact on their

schools and communities. It is our privilege to award over $3

million annually in scholarships to these young leaders. Current

high school seniors with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA may apply.

Be a member in good standing with FASNY or have a

parent/legal guardian who is a member

Attend high school as a senior who is enrolled in the fall

2016 school year at an accredited two-or-four year

Apply using the following link through October

31st

www.coca-colascholars.org

http://www.coca-

colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants

.

http://www.coca-colascholars.org/

http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants

http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants



Gerard J. Buckenmeyer

Volunteer Scholarship

Program

institution of higher learning or an accredited technical

post-secondary school

Serve as a current junior firefighter, Explorer Scout or

RAM in a group affiliated with a volunteer department; a

volunteer firefighter; or a volunteer with an EMS unit.

Demonstrate a commitment to both volunteer emergency

service and to the community.

Requirements: (Please submit with application):

A resume

Two letters of recommendation: one (1) from a

community leader and one (1) from a high school

official

A certificate of acceptance from the institution of

higher learning

a one page essay written on the subject “How My

Community Involvement in the Fire Service Has

Affected My Life”

A complete description of extracurricular activities

(Any supporting materials such as newspaper articles

may be included as well.)

Questions should be directed to:

Brian McQueen, Chairman

FASNY Scholarship Advisory Committee

(315) 552-8245

www.fasny.com




2016 Community Foundation

for Greater Buffalo

Up to $6,000

3/1/2016

Permanent resident of Western New York

Minimum 2.0 GPA

Accepted to any nonprofit college/university in the U.S.,

full time

Visit CFGB.org

text SCHOLARSHIP 2015 to 877-877 for Scholarship

deadline alerts.

For 2016:

Students must apply online at www.cfgb.org to be considered for

scholarships from the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo.

Scholarship application becomes available January 1, 2016.

2016 DAR Scholarships

2/10/2016

The NSDAR awards multiple scholarships to students showing

dedication to the pursuit of degrees in diverse disciplines including

history, law, nursing, and education.

The DAR Scholarship Committee awards scholarships to qualified

applicants regardless of race, religion, sex or national origin. All

multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must

be for consecutive years of attendance at an accredited college or

university in the United States. The only exception is the American

Indian Scholarship that is available for students pursuing vocational

http://www.dar.org/sites/default/files/members/da

rnet/forms/SCH-1001.pdf

The DAR Scholarship Application Form

Financial Need Form

Mail completed DAR Scholarship Committee

application forms to:

Information regarding

important deadlines and

frequently asked

questions is available in

student services.

http://www.cfgb.org/

http://www.dar.org/sites/default/files/members/darnet/forms/SCH-1001.pdf

http://www.dar.org/sites/default/files/members/darnet/forms/SCH-1001.pdf



training.

All applicants must be citizens of the United States and must attend

or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United

States. DAR chapter sponsorship is not required; however, a

chapter or state chairman may work with the applicant to put the

information together to send to the DAR Scholarship Committee.

National Chairman, DAR Scholarship Committee

PMB #618

1910 Madison Avenue

Memphis, TN 38104-2640

2016 Dell Scholars Program

1/15/2016

Funded by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, a private family

foundation funds programs that foster high-quality public education

and childhood health, and improve the economic stability of families

living in poverty. Not affiliated with Dell, Inc., the computer

company.

Dell Scholars receive $20,000 to continue their higher education

over the course of six years. The Foundation awards 300

scholarships annually and since 2004, has provided students with

$31 million in college scholarships. In addition, the Dell Scholars

Program provides its students with technology, a private scholar

networking community, resources, and mentoring to ensure they

have the support they need to obtain a college degree.

Students must participant in an approved college readiness

program

www.dellscholars.org

http://www.dellscholars.org/



Must have at least a 2.4 GPA.

Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the fall

directly after graduation.

Students must also be U.S. citizens or permanent residents

Demonstrate financial need

Selection is based on:

Individual determination to succeed

Future goals

Hardships that have been overcome

Self- motivation

Financial need

Dollars for Scholars

Varies

Varies

A program of Scholarship America® is a national education service

organization that mobilizes support for students getting into and

graduating from college. Since 1958, Scholarship America has

distributed more than $2 billion in scholarship assistance to more

than 1.7 million students.

http://scholarshipamerica.org

2016 The Engineering

Society of Buffalo, Inc.

$250.00 per

semester-Total

$2,000.00

6/1/2016

Scholarships awarded each year to students enrolling in an

Engineering curriculum at State University of New York

at Buffalo or Buffalo State College


http://scholarshipamerica.org/



Total of 3 between

both schools

High school students from Erie and Niagara Counties who

anticipates acceptance in an appropriate curriculum by the

appropriate institution

Application:

Recipient must be accepted for enrollment beginning with

the first semester in the fall following graduation from high

school. The awardee is selected on the basis of:

Scholastic record

Financial need

Personality

Extracurricular activities

And potential leadership qualities

Applications must be returned to the ESB Office on or

before June 1, 2015

Applications forms may be obtained from the Scholarship

Award Committee:

The Engineering Society of Buffalo, Inc.

PO Box 1677

Amherst, NY 14226

716-873-4455

[email protected]

2016 Erie County Fair

Scholarship

Up to $20,000.00

4/8/2016

The Erie County Fair will award up to $20,000 in scholarships to

deserving high school seniors and college students who participate

in any of the Erie County Fair department, activities, or operations.




Direct involvement is required. While students pursuing a career in

agriculture may apply, scholarships are NOT limited to this career

choice.

https://www.ecfair.org/about-

fair/scholarships/

https://www.ecfair.org/about-fair/scholarships/

https://www.ecfair.org/about-fair/scholarships/



2016 Junior League of

Buffalo Scholarship (2) $2,000.00 3/18/2016

• The scholarships are given to the post high school institution

to assist the student in defraying expenses for tuition, books,

fees or housing.

• The scholarships are awarded based on a record of

outstanding volunteer experience which exceeds minimum

high school requirements.

• Additionally, the student’s background should show strong

evidence of being well rounded in both personal and

academic endeavors.

Please go to www.jlbuffalo.org to access the

application package containing guidelines and

required forms or call (716) 884-8865 to request

the package.

Junior League of Buffalo is an organization of

women committed to promoting voluntarism,

developing the potential of women, and to

improving the community through the effective

action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its

purpose is exclusively educational and

charitable.

2016 Hamburg House &

Garden Club Scholarship

$1,000.00

3/23/2016

Scholarship to a student who plans to major in:

Biology

Botany

Conservation

Environmental Science

Forestry

Land Management

Horticulture

Landscape Design

Wildlife Science

Or a field related to the above.

Scholarship application form is available at:

http://www.gardenclubsofwny.com/#!1000-

college-scholarship/csr0


http://www.gardenclubsofwny.com/#!1000-college-scholarship/csr0

http://www.gardenclubsofwny.com/#!1000-college-scholarship/csr0



2016 Town of Hamburg Lions

Club Scholarship

(5) $750.00

one-time

scholarships

4/4/2016

The recipient will be chosen on the basis of:

Need

Scholarship

Citizenship

Community Service

Must live in the Town of Hamburg


Completed applications must be sent to:

Lion Jim Baker

Lions Scholarship Chairman

103 Madison Avenue

Blasdell, NY 14219-1621

If there are any questions or concerns, please

feel free to call Jim at 826-1922

Hamburg Sunrise Rotary Club

Scholarship

$500.00

4/15/2015

Personal Circumstances

Scholarship achievement/improvement: top ½ of class

Demonstrated community contribution and service, plans to

continue community service

Must be college –bound/post- secondary education


2016 Hamburg

Chamber of Commerce

Scholarship

$1,000.00 4/15/

2016

Must pay Hamburg School Taxes and be a graduating

senior from Immaculata Academy. Tax proof required.

Applications are available in student

services



2016 WNY Safari Club

International Scholarship

Up to (4) $1,500.00

4/12/16

Offering consideration to high school seniors who

demonstrate a high level of interest in the environment and

outdoor activities

There is a significant weight applied to those who are

planning a course of study that would translate to a career in

some form of conservation and wildlife enforcement.

For application information:

http://www.safariclubfoundation.org/education/scholarships

http://ow.ly/WFo58

or call 520-620-1220 ext. 231

2016 Southwestern

Association of

Volunteer Firemen

To be awarded in

June, 2016

(1) $500.00 Grand

Award

and (3) $100.00

4/20/16

The Southwestern Association of Volunteer Firemen and the

Southwestern Ladies Auxiliary are pleased to announce their 2016

Scholarship Awards Program. Scholarship competition for high

school seniors graduating in 2016.

Auxiliary awards to be presented to the top candidate in each of the

counties not represented by the winner of the Grand Award. All

applicants must be a high school graduate entering an accredited

institution of higher education for their first year of study.

All applicants must be currently registered members of the

SWAVF, or the SWAVF Auxiliary, as of the 2013 Convention,

OR, be the child, grandchild, or legal ward of such a member.

(Membership in a SWAVF member Fire Department or Fire

Company DOES NOT satisfies the requirement!).

The recipients shall be selected based on the quality of their essay,

and upon documented evidence of their volunteer experience in the

Scholarship applications may be obtained from the

Southwestern’s website:

swavf.com

http://www.safariclubfoundation.org/education/scholarships

http://ow.ly/WFo58



community.

With the completed application form each applicant must submit:

Two letters of recommendation focusing on the applicant’s

volunteer activities (one from a school official, and the

other from a community leader, e.g. fire service officer,

youth group advisor, community service organization

representative, etc.).

Documentation of acceptance from an accredited institution

of higher education.

An essay of 300 words , written by the applicant, on the

topic: “Volunteers Help to Build a Stronger Community”

2016 State Farm Good

Neighbor Scholarship

Up to 50 selected

recipients will

receive a $2,500.00

award

3/2/2016

Applicants to the State Farm Good Neighbor Scholarship Program

must meet all of the following criteria:

• Must be a high school senior who will graduate at the end of

the 2015-2016 school year

• Plan to enroll in full time undergraduate study at an

accredited two-or-four year college, university or

vocational-technical school for the entire 2015-2016

academic year

• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 to 3.20 on a 4.0 scale

• Be a U.S. citizen

• Demonstrate financial need

• Up to 50 selected recipients will receive a $2,500.00 award.

• Awards may be renewed up to one additional year based on

maintaining satisfactory academic performance and full-

time enrollment

• Awards are for undergraduate study only.



How Do I apply:

https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/statefarmgoodneighborschola

rship/

Start by clicking on the Register to Apply. You will

need to read and agree to a consent statement and

register with a username and password.

During the application process, you may save your

work and leave the site by clicking on the Save and

Log Out link located on each application page. To

log in, you must enter your username and password.

Carefully review your application before

submission. Do not send a printed copy to

Scholarship Management Services.

Be sure your application is complete. No changes

can be made.

Only the first 700 applications will be accepted.

Any questions email: [email protected]

https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/statefarmgoodneighborscholarship/

https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/statefarmgoodneighborscholarship/




2016 St. Thomas More Guild,

Inc. $1,250.00 2/29/2016

SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST RULES

The contest is open to all students currently in grades 6-

11 who will attend in the 2016-17 academic year a

Catholic school located in the Diocese of Buffalo.

All scholarship applicants must submit an essay on the

following topic:

St. Thomas More was known as "A Man for All

Seasons". During his life he was a scholar, an author, a

lawyer, a politician, a teacher, a husband and a father. In

all of his activities, he was motivated and guided by the

unfailing moral compass in his life, his Catholic faith.

Identify someone that you consider to be a modern St.

Thomas More and explain why you chose that person and

what makes that person a modern day St. Thomas More.

The essay must be typed. The maximum length of the

essay is 500 words.

The application must accompany the essay. The current

grade of the student should be placed in the upper right

hand corner of the first page of the essay. The essay must

not contain the writer’s name or school.

The Scholarship Application and essay must be mailed

to:

St. Thomas More Guild, Inc.

P.O. Box 35

Buffalo, New York 14201-0035

If there are any questions about the scholarship

Or procedures, please feel free to contact

David C. Mineo at (716) 639-0058




The application and essay must be postmarked on or

before February 29, 2016.

Winners will be contacted after April 30, 2016.

The judges will not know the identity of any

applicant during the judging process.

The essay will be judged according to the grade

level of the student.

The scholarship awards will be paid directly to the

schools that the winners will attend in the 2016-17

academic year to be credited against the school

tuition.

The awards will be presented at the annual luncheon

which will be held at the Buffalo Convention

Center May 31, 2016.



2015 Taste of Buffalo

Up to (5)

$1,000.00

The Taste of Buffalo, Inc. in its continuing commitment, is proud to

once again sponsor a scholarship program for college-bound

students in the eight counties of Western NY who will pursue a

degree in the Foodservice or Hospitality Industries.

Scholarship recipients will be selected on the basis of their:

Academic Achievement

Experience

Enthusiasm

Recommendations

Community involvement

Goals

and Overall Interest

Requirement Package must include:

Application

Two letters of reference

Transcript

Please contact Cheryl Goldstone at

[email protected]

if you have any questions.

You may also contact Taste of Buffalo’s Event

Coordinator, Connie Nitlowski @ 716-656-1214


2016 Peter P. Tycz II

Memorial Scholarship

(Vietnam, Veterans of

America, Inc.

WNY Chapter 77)

$250.00

5/1/2016

A graduating senior who resides in Niagara or Erie County

Has a relative who is/was a veteran

Shows a unique blend of academic achievement and

community service

Anticipates being accepted in an accredited program of

higher education beginning in the fall 2016.

Write:

Scholarship Committee

VVA Chapter 77

47 Main Street

Tonawanda, NY 14150

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (716) 693-4479





Selection is based on the completed application, academic

achievement, community service, essay and letter of

recommendation.


2015-2016 VFW Voice of

Democracy Patriotic Audio

Essay Competition

YOU TOO CAN

WIN $30,000!

11/1/2015

The Voice of Democracy Program is open to students in grades 9-12

(on the Nov. 1 deadline), who are enrolled in a public, private or

parochial high school or home study program in the United States

and its territories.

• The deadline for submissions for the 2015-2016 program is

November 1, 2015.

• The theme for 2015-2016 is: “My Vision For America”

• Students should record their reading of the draft to a CD.

The recording can be no shorter than 3 minutes and no

longer than 5 minutes (plus or minus 5 seconds).

• Entries begin at the Post level. Once the student creates their

essay and completes burning the audio version to a CD, they

can submit their typed version, CD and the Voice of

Democracy entry form to their local participating VFW Post

by the November 1 deadline.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

Originality is worth 30 points: Treatment of the theme

should show imagination and human interest.

Content is worth 35 points: Clearly express your ideas in an

organized manner. Fully develop your theme and use

transitions to move smoothly from one idea to the other.



Delivery is worth 35 points: Speak in a clear and credible

manner.

2015 Wegmans Culinary Teen

Camp

Scholarship

Contest

$450.00 value

3/29/2015

TEENS! WANT TO LEARN TO COOK LIKE A CHEF?

Enter for a chance to win a 1-week full scholarship to the

Wegmans Culinary Teen Camp!

Official Rules:

No purchase necessary to enter

From March 2,2015 through March29,2015

Children ages 12 to 18 years of age

Enter by submitting a 350-word or less essay that answers

the question, “What has inspired you to want to learn more

about cooking?”

Essay entries can be submitted in one of two ways:

1. Email typed essay to

[email protected] or

2. Mail typed essay to:

Wegmans Menu Cooking School

PO Box 30844

1500 Brooks Avenue

Rochester, NY 14603-0844

Attn: Angela Volta

More contest details at

wegmans.com




2016 Western New York

Catholic Counselors

Association Scholarship

Award

Diocese of Buffalo

$300.00

1 male

$300.00

1 female

3/2016

Applicant must be a graduating senior from a high school

that is a member in good standing of the WNY Catholic

Counselors Association

Applicant must also be enrolled full time for the next year in

an accredited two or four-year college

Selection Criteria:

One applicant may be submitted for possible selection from each of

the participating Catholic high schools. One male and one female

will be chosen from the applications submitted. The award criteria

will be based on:

Community involvement 40%

Essay 25%

Co-curricular activities 20%

Academic excellence 15%

Required essay- essay should be 250 words or less and

address the following: “How has a community service

experience impacted your faith?”

Extracurricular Activity chart must be completed. Do not

submit your resume.

An official transcript, letter of recommendation and school

profile must accompany the application.

West Seneca Civic &

Patriotic Commission

$500.00 4/30/2015

Applicant must be a resident of West Seneca




2016 Western New York

Safety Conference, Inc.

Up to $1,000.00

At least high school senior level attending college in

the Fall 2016

Western New York residents

A completed application

A typed essay of at least 400-500 words

Certification of grade point average

At least one letter of recommendation

It should be noted that:

Financial need will be taken into consideration when

awarding scholarships

Your essay should reflect your understanding of the

importance of occupational safety & health

What the far-reaching impact laws and standards protecting

workers have had on society and/or your chosen career path

www.wnysc.com

Applications can be forwarded to:

Scholarship Committee

Western New York Safety Conference,

Inc.

Post Office Box 207

Amherst, NY 14226

2015 West Seneca Woman’s

Club

$1,000.00

Three (3) scholarships of at least $1,000 to three worthy high

school seniors who reside in the Town of West Seneca

Since we are a community service organization, preference will be

given to students who have actively participated in community

volunteering and have financial need.

An official school transcript must be included with the application.


1/15/2016

http://www.wnysc.com/



Western New York

Association of School Nurses

Memorial Scholarship

$500.00 -

$1,000.00

Graduating high school senior accepted into accredited BS

school of nursing in NY State (not NCCC, ECC or Trocaire)

Resident of Erie or Niagara county

Blood or marriage relative of current or retired member of

WNYASN is a bonus!

Application Process Includes:

List your school nurse (if a member of WNYASN) or

another school nurse in your district who is a member or

retired from WNYASN

A copy of your acceptance letter from your Nursing School

Two references. One personal/professional and one from

your high school

A 250-500 word personal statement on your goals and

aspirations

Official high school transcript

Listing of extracurricular activities


2016 Zonta Club Young

Women in Public Affairs

Scholarship

$1,000.00 3/25/2016

That winner will be eligible to enter the Zonta International

competition which will award ten $4,000.00 scholarships.

The goal of the Zonta International Young Women in Public Affairs

Completion of the official application (may be

printed or downloaded from the Zonta

International website, www.zonta.org.

2016 Wellness All-

Star Scholarship

$1,000.00 3/31/16 Seniors who are interested have the opportunity to

nominate themselves. They must share their story about

how they lead a healthy lifestyle, what they’re doing to

help and the results of their efforts.

Apply online at

independenthealth.com/wellnessallstar

http://www.zonta.org/



(YWPA) Award Program is to encourage more young women to

participate in public affairs by recognizing a commitment to the

volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and

a dedication to the advancement of the status of women.

Active commitment to volunteerism

Experience in local government, student government, or

workplace leadership (paid or unpaid)

Volunteer leadership achievements

Knowledge of Zonta International and its programs

Advocating for Zonta International’s mission of advancing

the status of women worldwide.

It is imperative that the application requirements

be strictly adhered to.


2016 Zonta Club of Hamburg

Scholarship

$500.00 4/26/2016

The Hamburg-Orchard Park Zonta Club has been chartered since

1966 and has been awarding the scholarships almost since its

inception.

Factors for consideration:

Scholastic Achievement

Leadership Skills

Financial Need

Completed applications are due by 4/26/2016 and should be

returned to:

Carolyn Mooney

4631 Winding Woods Lane

Hamburg, NY 14075


or at zontahamburgorchardpark.org



2016 Amherst Garden Club

Up to $1,500.00 5/1/2016

Available for a student pursuing a two or four year degree in an

accredited college/trade or technical school majoring in:

Conservation

Environmental Science

Floriculture

Forestry

Horticulture

Urban Planning

Landscape Architecture

Landscape Design

Land Management

Other Related Fields

To qualify, the student must be a legal resident of Erie or Niagara

Counties

Two references are required in addition to a high school/college

transcript.

The following is a list of criteria upon which the scholarship is

awarded:

Academic Excellence

Awards

Achievements

Character

Initiative

Experience

Financial Need




2016 Orchard Park

Garden Club $1,000.00 3/27/16

To apply for this scholarship,

the student must be a resident of the Orchard Park

Central School District

a graduating senior

and planning to pursue a course of study leading to a career

in:

horticulture

forestry

conservation

environmental science

landscaping

or a related field

Applications are available in student

services



2016 Erie County Fire

District Officers

Association

(3) $1,000.00 2/29/16

Be a high school senior who has

exemplified community involvement

in the County of Erie.

Preference will be given to students

who assist in the emergency services,

and are matriculating in the

Emergency Services fields of Fire

and EMS.

Provide a grade transcript verifying a

“C” average throughout high school.

Show evidence of acceptance of a

two or four year college program

Be a resident of an area served by a

Volunteer Fire Company


2016 New York Water

Environment

Association Western

Chapter Scholarship

(1) $1,000.00

(1) $750.00

(1) 500.00

3/18/16

The student must be enrolled in an environmental related

curriculum such as but not limited to:

biology

forestry

chemistry

engineering

water/wastewater treatment

Awards will be distributed based on:

academic

extracurricular

community activities

references

and personal goals

The signed application must be submitted together with:

an official high school transcript

a minimum of 2 written references


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