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How To Apply For Humboldt Area Foundation Scholarship Opportunities.
Humboldt Area Foundation works with donors to offer scholarships for local students, including high school seniors, vocational students and re-entering or current college students. With one application, Humboldt and Del Norte County students can apply for up to 77 different scholarships ranging from $250 to $7,500 for the 2010 - 2011 school year. Created by local residents to honor their loved ones and to support local students in pursuit of their diverse ambitions, these scholarships feature a wide range of criteria.
Examples include: financial need, ethnic heritage, area of study, academic achievement, community service, athletic involvement, and having a relative who was a graduate of a Humboldt County high school or who is a current Humboldt State University employee.
For the convenience of applicants, the Scholarship Application is available for download directly below, in Word or PDF format. Paper copies are also available in school counseling offices and at the Humboldt Area Foundation Community Center.
Download 2010-2011 application for eligibility requirements and to apply:  In Word|  In PDF
(Download Acrobat Reader)
Deliver or Postmark this application packet by 5 PM, MARCH 15, 2010
Other Scholarship Opportunities Applications available February 1, 2010 - April 1, 2010
The last page of our scholarship application lists a variety of funds available from local schools and colleges. In addition, listed below are four applications for download:
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Epsilon Pi Chapter Scholarship
The Epsilon Pi Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International has established a scholarship fund to recruit future teachers. Recipients will receive a $500 scholarship.
Humboldt County Farm Bureau Scholarships
Two scholarships offered through the Humboldt County Farm Bureau are available.
The Henri & Lanette Rousseau Scholarship is for graduates of Humboldt County high schools to study agriculture, science, education, or a vocational education.
- Download Rousseau Scholarship Application for first time applicants: In Word | In PDF
Justin Keele Make a Difference Award
The Justin Keele Grant is for students from Eureka High School who want to lend a helping hand. This assistance is meant to supply individuals with tools, equipment, supplies, tuition, fees, fines or other necessities to achieve their goal or reduce their hardship.
Many scholarships are available through local schools, ask your high school counselor, financial aid officer or college department how to apply. Humboldt State University maintains a searchable online Database of Local Scholarships. College of the Redwoods has a listing of scholarships available through the scholarship office.
If you are still in high school, you may also be eligible for College Knowledge a program that helps local students (and their families) get the information they need to attend the college of their choice. College Knowledge provides tutoring as well as information about college preparation, careers, financial aid and study skills. The program serves 9-12th grade students at Mattole Triple Junction, Hoopa Valley, Eureka and Fortuna High. For more information, visit College Knowledge on-line or ask a guidance counselor about College Knowledge.
NOTE: Once you have downloaded the Application in WORD or PDF, go to the EDIT command and select FIND (or Ctrl F). This is where you can enter any specific words that will help you find a particular scholarship criteria.
Example: After downloading, enter the word “nursing” to find scholarships for nursing students.
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