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Scholarship Applications

The Rotary Club of Hollywood - deadline 1.25.24 at noon

The Rotary Club of Hollywood will be awarding at least one scholarship to current and future Broward Technical College post-secondary students for the purpose of continuing their education at either Atlantic, McFatter or Sheridan Technical College. The amount of the award will vary but will cover program cost!

The criterion for selection is:

  • Good moral character and community involvement
  • Scholastic aptitude and performance
  • Achievement in their technical program
  • Two recommendations from an instructor, counselor, or employer
  • Financial Need

Scholarships will be granted for enrollment at Atlantic, McFatter or Sheridan Technical College and must be utilized within five months of receiving. Funding will be paid directly to the Registration office or the Bookstore at Atlantic, McFatter or Sheridan Technical College. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.  The application deadline is January 25, 2024 at noon.  Award notification will be made by February 15, 2024.

Application link – https://www.mcfattertechnicalcollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Fort-Lauderdale-Rotary-Scholarship-interactive-form-application-2023.pdf 

IMPORTANT: This original application (attached) must be typed for legibility purposes, the hard copy, and original signature page, will be submitted to Kim Curry, Marketing and Community Relations Coordinator, no later than 12:00 p.m. on January 25, 2024 (It can be delivered to the administration/receptionist office at any of the campuses “Attention: Kim Curry – Rotary Scholarship”).

HEIDI DENNIS WONDER WOMAN SCHOLARSHIP & LIFT MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

https://sslwomen.org/what-we-do/heidi-dennis-wonder-woman-scholarship-lift-mentorship-program/

The Heidi Dennis Wonder Woman Scholarship is a one-time, need-based scholarship that provides financial assistance and mentorship to women who are pursuing higher education or vocational studies in order to support themselves and their families. This $1500 scholarship may be applied to education-related expenses such as tuition, books and supplies, testing and graduation fees, and more.

As part of the scholarship award, recipients will also be enrolled in our LIFT (Leaders Inspiring Future Trailblazers) Mentorship program where they will be paired with a mentor for one full year to support them on their journey to advance their education, career and personal goals. Participation in the LIFT Mentorship Program is a requirement of the Heidi Dennis Wonder Woman Scholarship award.

To qualify you must:

  • Identify as a woman
  • Have a GPA of 2.8 or higher
  • Minimum second year student at an accredited college, university, or trade school located in South Florida
  • Reside in Broward, Miami-Dade or Palm Beach Counties
  • Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or be on a student visa
  • Qualify for financial aid
  • Submit a letter of recommendation from a professional entity
GED® Out-of-School Youth Program / Get your GED® for free! - AWARDS ARE ONGOING

GED® Prep students ages 16-24 are eligible for free GED® tuition and testing through this out-of-school youth (OSY) grant.  See flyer below and speak with your GED® instructor or Mr. Dominique Joseph (the GED® counselor) for how to participate in this program.

Out-of-School Youth program flyer

Community Service Block Grant - AWARDS ARE ONGOING

Community Service Block Grant

Click here!

The Community Service Block Grant Self-Sufficiency Case Management Program assists individuals and families in setting goals, learning skills and accessing services needed to remove barriers to help customers become self-sufficient.

CSBG Provides:

Case Management Services
Education Assistance: Tuition, Books & Supplies
Employment Assistance
Housing Assistance

Orientation:

Attend Orientation on the first Friday of every month at 9:30AM at the Edgar P. Mills Multipurpose Center located at 900 NW 31st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Phone: 954-357-5025

COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT (CSBG) 200% OF THE POVERTY INCOME GUIDELINES*

Webstaurant Store Scholarships - AWARDS ARE ONGOING

The Webstaurant Store Scholarship program is now offering two $5,000 grants to eligible students to help further their education in the fields of culinary arts or hospitality. We want to reward current or prospective students enrolled in a culinary arts program or majoring in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management.

Whether you’ve already begun your secondary education or you’re in the exciting stages of choosing the right program, we invite you to apply. The scholarship program is also open to students who’ve come by their diploma through a GED program or non-traditional learning environment. We’ve set up each grant to be inclusive and support the next generation of passionate chefs and restaurant managers, regardless of socioeconomic status and current academic achievements.  Click here to apply-   Webstaurant Scholarships Info

American Muscle Automotive Scholarships - AWARDS ARE ONGOING

American Muscle is offering 2 currently enrolled students or high school seniors who are pursuing post-secondary education an opportunity to be awarded $2,500 in tuition assistance towards their upcoming semester! This scholarship is ongoing and will be available for both the spring and fall semesters each year.  Scholarship page:  https://www.americanmuscle.com/scholarships.html

American Trucks Scholarship - AWARDS ARE ONGOING

American Trucks’ Student Scholarship Program is pleased to offer 2 x $2500 scholarships to students pursuing a career in the traditional building trades such as HVAC, carpentry, electrical, or related fields of study.  One scholarship will be awarded for the fall semester, and one scholarship will be awarded for the spring semester each year.
Available to students who are currently enrolled full-time in a secondary vocational school, technical institute, or are high school seniors who are enrolled in one of the aforementioned institutes.   Scholarship page: https://www.americantrucks.com/scholarships.html