BC Foundation
The following scholarships are examples of what has been available via the BC Foundation in the past few years (although they may not be currently available). Application information is available on the Foundation web site, as are deadlines and information on how to apply. (In addition, the foundation site list numerous other scholarships. Some of them may indirectly apply to sustainable fields, such as health care and interior design scholarships. So be sure to visit the BC foundation site to see all of the available scholarships.)
East Lake Washington Audubon Society Brian Gershon Scholarship
The East Lake Washington Audubon Society Brian Gershon Scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to a BCC student who is pursuing a degree in environmental science. A $500 scholarship will be awarded to one student.
The Mike Humphries and Judith Ralston Scholarship for a Better Community
Students interested in applying for the Mike Humphries and Judith Ralston Scholarship for a Better Community should be over the age of 20, work more than 25 hours annually as a volunteer and be currently engaged in volunteer work. Applicants must also be able to demonstrate financial need and have GPA of at least 2.5, which must be increasing as the student shows greater seriousness and capacity. Along with the general application, applicants must complete a personal essay of no more than 500 words outlining their beliefs in the importance of volunteerism, what their past experience with volunteering has taught them, and how they plan to continue helping their community through volunteering. One recipient will be awarded up to $1,000 to use for tuition, books, and fees.
More will be posted as they become available.
