Important Dates
All scholarship funds directly managed by the Community Foundation have one, common online application process. All you need to do is submit one application through our online application portal and be considered for all Community Foundation scholarship funds.
- January 26, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET: The application forms go live!
- March 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET: Applications Due.
Applications Open
January 26 at 10 a.m.
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Scholarship Application Steps
Step 1: Prepare to Start Your Application
- Browse the scholarship opportunities offered through CFSEM
- Read the Frequently Asked Questions listed on our website here
- Preview a sample list of the scholarship application questions
- Decide who you will ask to provide Letters of Recommendation (LORs) – you will need TWO of these
- Read our suggested essay tips here to help you get ready to begin the application
Step 2: Complete Your Application
- Starting on January 26, begin the registration process and create your login credentials
- Complete the application (which determines eligibility). Note you may log in and out as needed
- Work on the application itself
- Required items include: your transcript, two letters of recommendation, questions about your activities/employment/achievements/etc., and essays
- Ask someone you trust to review your application – especially your essays – and provide feedback
- Submit the application before the deadline: 11:59 pm on March 16, 2026
Step 3: Check Your Email
- Check your email often to ensure you do not miss any updates on the status of your scholarship application(s) or requests for more information
Special Forms
For School-Based Scholarship Programs Only:
Below is a list of forms for the school-based scholarships for use by the students and guidance counselors in the schools that offer them directly. Simply click on the name to download a PDF of the form:
- Common Application Form: This form is used for any of our school-based programs.
- Recommender Form: This form is an optional template for our school-based programs to use.
Special Forms for Renaissance of Values Fund Only:
- Everest Application Form: This is for eighth graders at Everest Academy who want to apply for funding for private, accredited high schools.
- Most Holy Trinity Application Form: This is for eighth graders at Most Holy Trinity School who want to apply for funding for private, accredited high schools.
- Financial Aid Form: This form is for Everest and Most Holy Trinity applicants to complete for inclusion with their applications.