All graduating Jefferson County seniors (public, private, charter, homeschool students) eligible! Must be seeking higher education (university, community college, trade school). Teachers from winning essays will win $100 for their classrooms.
2024 Scholarship Application Open April 1-May 1
Jeffco Kids First Scholarship Awards 2024
$1000 for 10 Graduating High School Seniors
*This scholarship does not require GPA
Our mission: To secure our children's future by preserving their present.
Eligibility:
-The candiate must be a graduating Jefferson County Colorado High School Senior (public, private, charter, homeschool students welcome)
-The candiate must be seeking higher education (including university, community college, military, or trade school)
Criteria:
-The candiate will submit an essay (750 words or less) responding to the following:
Tell about a teacher who inspired you to make a difference in the world.
(Teachers from winning essays will receive $100 for their classrooms and honored at the awards dinner).
-The candidate will submit 2 letters of recommendation from non-relatives speaking to their character, integrity, and unique qualities.
Procedure:
-Combine essay and 2 letters of recommendation in 1 PDF file.
-Include a header on your PDF file with first and last name, name of high school, email, and phone number.
-Include one sentence under the heading stating your plans for higher education.
-Your completed PDF file must be submitted to jeffcokidsfirst@gmail.com by May 1, 2024 at 11:59 pm.
-Finalists will be notified and announced within 2 weeks.