Scholarships
Boulder County Latina Women’s League Scholarship
The mission of the Boulder County Latina Women’s League (BCLWL) is to help increase the graduation rate of young men and women who are graduating from high school and seeking a college degree. Award Criteria: applicant must be planning to attend college for the academic year 2013-2014, demonstrate a commitment to the Latino community, a Boulder Valley School or St. Vrain Valley School District graduating student.
Questions: contact Ester Matheson, Board Chair 303-494-7590/303-525-4581 or email eqmatheson@att.net. You may also contact Sharon or Amy at the Impact on Education office at 303-524-3865.
Application Deadline: Postmarked no later than April 15th, 2013
2013-14 BCLWL Scholarship Application
Boulder High School Links Scholarship
The Boulder High School Links scholarship was funded in 2008. The recipient is chosen by the Boulder High School Links program coordinators. $1,000 is awarded to one student. Impact on Education is honored to administer the Boulder High School Links Scholarship.
To apply contact your Boulder High School counselor.
Gould-Foothill Scholarship
Established in 1984 by James & Bernice W. Gould. The applicants are selected by a committee appointed by Impact on Education. $1,500 awarded per year for 4 years. Award Criteria: One male & one female; Boulder High graduate and must pursue a degree as an elementary school teacher.
Application Deadline: Postmarked no later April 12, 2013
2013-14 Gould – Foothill Scholarship Application
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1819, this organization has been organized for the purpose of giving aid to those in need and supporting those pursuing projects for the benefit of mankind. As the first American fraternity to include both men and women, Odd Fellows also pioneered by becoming the first fraternal organization to establish homes for seniors and orphaned children. The Boulder chapter annually budgets $10,000 to fund $1,000 renewable scholarships to qualifying BVSD high school seniors. Impact on Education is honored to administer the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Scholarship.
Application Deadline Extended: Postmarked no later June 1, 2013
Please email Amy: amy@impactoneducation.org. for the 2013-14 Odd Fellows Application
Rick Sinner Scholarship
Established by Dave Blessing, a Boulder High School teacher in memory of Rick Sinner a past Boulder High School teacher. The graduate is chosen based upon economic need as well as the pursuit of art studies at any accredited college or university or recognized art institute. $400 awarded to 1 student. Impact on Education is honored to administer the Rick Sinner Scholarship.
For more information contact Dave Blessing via email.
Sally Smyth Scholarship
The Sally Smyth Scholarship Award was established by her husband, Clark and their children, Clark A. and Jennifer Smyth. This award is in honor of Sally Smyth’s many years of dedication, contribution and service to education in Boulder Valley Schools. The scholarship provides $20,000 ($5,000 per year) to one Boulder High School graduate. The counseling staff of Boulder High School will make the final determination of who will receive the scholarship. Qualifying applicants must provide evidence of financial need. The intent of this scholarship is to allow the student to fully participate in the college experience. Impact on Education is honored to administer the Sally Smyth Scholarship. To apply contact your Boulder High School counselor.
Past Recipients
2012 – Natalia Lesjack-Randall, Carnegie Mellon
2011 – Jordan Ford, The Boston Conservatory
2010 – Savannah LeJeune-Stodeck, University of Southern California
2009 – Lisa Campbell, Barnard College
2008 – Natalie Eakin, University of San Francisco
2007 – Zoe Griffin Davis, University of Colorado, Boulder
2006 – Julia Sensing, University of San Francisco
2005 – Shawna Larkowski, George Washington University
2004 – Elysha Fuchs, Hamline University
Dennie & Donna Wise Scholarship
Established by Dennie Wise and his children in memory of Donna. The scholarship annually awards a $1,000 two-year scholarship. Award Criteria: qualifying BVSD high school seniors for post-graduate study at vocational, community or technical colleges. Impact on Education determines the number of scholarships awarded each year.
Application Deadline: Postmarked no later April 12, 2013
2013-14 Wise Scholarship Application
Other resources for college scholarships that are not managed by Impact on Education
