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Scholarship Information

Thanks to our generous donors, the Charlotte Community Foundation has awarded over $2 million in scholarships to Charlotte County students pursuing higher education in fields of study including Healthcare, Engineering, Education, and General Studies.

This site will provide you with an overview of our different scholarships. Please review the requirements for each scholarship before applying and be sure to follow us on social media!

Scholarship Questions?

We are happy to assist you with any of your scholarship questions!

Should you need assistance, please contact us at programs@charlottecf.org or call 941-637-0077.

Scholarship Timeline

Scholarship Applications Open

  • December 1, 2023

Scholarship Applications Close

  • February 28, 2024

Scholarship Recipients Notified

  • May 2024

Scholarship Award Presentation

  • May 2024

        Before you Apply

        FAFSA Information

        • Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
        • You can begin the FAFSA in December of your senior year. The Student Aid Report (SAR) shows each student’s Student Aid Index (SAI) and is required for all scholarships.

        Eligibility Requirements

        Determination Process

        • Scholarship recipients are selected based upon the specific criteria made by each fund’s donor. Scholarship applications are internally vetted for completion of all required elements.
        • Every application is reviewed by members of the Charlotte Community Foundation’s volunteer Scholarship Review Committee.
        • After all applications are reviewed, the Charlotte Community Foundation’s Board of Directors will evaluate all recommendations and approve the scholarship awards.

        What you can do to prepare ahead of applying:

        • The most recent High School and/or College Transcript will be required with your application. For current students, grades should be uploaded into your application.
        • Brief Written Essays will be required covering field of major, mentor, leadership ability, importance of continuing education, and financial impact of a scholarship.
        • A Letter of Recommendation is required.
        • Resume or a listing of academic experiences, extracurricular activities, volunteerism, employment, awards, and leadership roles.

        Notification of Awards

        • Recipients of each scholarship will be notified by Charlotte Community Foundation by late Spring.

        Payment Information of Awarded Scholarships

        • Payments are mailed directly to the school’s financial aid office once the Charlotte Community Foundation receives an invoice. Checks are made payable to the school and not to the individual recipient.
        • It is the student’s responsibility to inform the school of a scholarship award.

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        Contact

        Gayle Ross

        Program Manager
        programs@charlottecf.org
        (941) 637-0077

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