Local and Regional Scholarships

ABC Keystone's Merit Shop Construction Scholarship - Due March 6, 2026

The Merit Shop Training and Research Center (MSTRC) Scholarships are designed to support post-secondary education in the construction industry. The MSTRC was established several years ago by ABC Keystone as a non-profit fund whose mission is to provide financial assistance to students who have chosen construction-related careers. The Center is funded by members of the Chapter, who have taken the responsibility of being proactive in assisting men and women in their preparation for this industry. Applications are reviewed by distinguished industry professionals serving on the Scholarship Selection Committee of the MSTRC. They are solely based on merit and without regard for the race, color, religion, national origin, or gender of applicants.

ABC Keystone's Women in the Trades Scholarship  - Application - Instructions - Due March 6, 2026

ABC Keystone Chapter and Traditions Bank, A Division of ACNB Bank are joining together to celebrate hard-working women who’ve chosen a career in construction! From electricians, plumbers and superintendents to the estimators, project managers and company owners who build America, we applaud you! Traditions Bank is helping our next generation of women jump start their careers. Traditions Bank strives to have a meaningful impact on their customers and their communities. As a result, we are proud to offer two (2) scholarships, each for $1,000, to those pursuing their dreams in the construction industry.

Anna Woodside Scholarship  -  flyer - Due March 31, 2026

Mid Penn Bank's Anna Woodside Scholarship rewards four outstanding high school seniors with $1,000 for college tuition costs. To be considered, applicants must prove dedication to academic excellence and community service. The scholarship is named in honor of Anna Woodside, a woman of great influence to Mid Penn Bank for more than 75 years. Ms. Woodside broke barriers for women of her generation by attending college, pursuing a career and spreading philanthropy throughout the community. The scholarship will reward students who show qualities similar to those of Ms. Woodside.

Central Pennsylvania Youth Soccer League Scholarship (CPYSL) - Application  - Due March 30, 2026CPYSL is offering two $1,000.00 scholarships for graduating seniors that have participated in its league.  Each scholarship award will be a one-time recognition per recipient in the amount of $1,000.00, awarded to one male and one female high school senior each calendar year.

Deb Altman Award - Due March 20, 2026

The award is named for Deb Altman, a Past President of the Junior League of Lancaster, whose life exemplified a commitment to volunteering, a love of children, and service to the community. The winner will receive a $1,500.00 cash award and a $300.00 donation to a charity of their  choosing.

Donegal - Witness Tree Scholarship  -  Due April 15, 2026

The Donegal- Witness Tree Scholarship will be awarded annually to one student.  The amount of this scholarship will vary from year to year. It will be determined by available funds.  This year it is $2,500.

Drane and Steele Music Scholarship - Due March 15, 2026

Income of the Lou Drane Fund and the Joseph L. and Vivian E. Steele Fund is used annually to grant scholarships to students of classical music in the fields of composition, teaching, and performance. There is only one application to complete through the universal application. 

Elizabethtown Fair Scholarship - Due June 15, 2026

The Elizabethtown Fair will be awarding two $500 scholarships. Scholarships are available to any individual who has been active at the Elizabethtown Fair for at least two years. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution and not observed their 21st birthday as of January 1st of the current year. Applications can be requested at Etownfair@pafairs.org. 

Elizabethtown Kiwanis Club Scholarship - Application  - Due March 1, 2026

Elizabethtown College invites you to apply for the Elizabethtown Kiwanis Club Scholarship. This scholarship is available to an accepted local high school student or a current student who is a resident of the Elizabethtown Area School District. The scholarship is worth up to one-half year’s tuition. Students must reapply each year to be considered.

Ervin L. Steele Nursing Scholarship  - Application  - Due March 27, 2026

Two (2) Nursing Scholarships of $1000.00 (one thousand) each are being offered to graduating High School students residing within Lancaster or Chester County. Scholarships are available to those students entering the Nursing Profession upon their 2026 graduation from High School.

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Scholarship Database - Due March 15, 2026

It is through the generosity of local individuals, families, and businesses that we are able to offer more than 190 scholarship opportunities. TFEC is the largest provider of scholarships in South Central, Pennsylvania, awarding over $1.7 million in scholarships to more than 400 local students alone through various scholarship funds administered by TFEC and through management agreements with the Samuel L. Abrams Foundation, the Leon Lowengard and Ray S. Shoemaker scholarships of BNY Mellon, N.A. and York Rotary Club. Whether honoring loved ones or providing for specific communities, each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help today’s youth achieve their dreams.

Gene Hummel Scholarship - Application - Due April 20, 2026

It is with great pleasure that the Lancaster County School Retirees, a Chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees, announces that the Gene Hummel Education scholarships will be awarded this year. The scholarships go to two high

school seniors, in Lancaster County, entering the field of education. The $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually.

Gerald & Barbara Fortney Scholarship - flyer  - Due May 1, 2026

Lanco Federal Credit Union grants the Gerald & Barbara Fortney Memorial Scholarship—an award of $2,000 to an individual who has been accepted at an accredited institution and be planning to earn a post-secondary degree in any field of study (including a Trade School, a Vocational School, or a Community College) The application period is held annually beginning in January, with applications due by May 1.

Grow PA Scholarship Grant Website

There are over 460 eligible programs of study or majors that lead to in-demand occupations in a variety of fields, such as agriculture, business, education, computer science, STEM, nursing, allied health, and criminal justice. Review the Grow PA Grant Classification of Instructional Program (CIP) Codes for a list of majors. To be considered for the Grow PA Grant Program, you must: File the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), Be a current resident of Pennsylvania, Meet satisfactory academic progress for Title IV financial aid, Have not earned a bachelor's degreem, Be enrolled at least half-time in an eligible associate or bachelor's degree program at an approved Pennsylvania institution, This degree must lead to a job in an in-demand occupation as determined by PHEAA, Sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN) agreeing to repay all funds received if the work requirement is not met, including any potential interest accrued

Hagan Scholarship Foundation - Brochure - Due March 15, 2026

The Hagan Scholarship provides $2,000 to help purchase essential items for college, up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters, workshops to learn important life skills not typically covered in the college curriculum, HSF Schwab Brokerage Account to manage to learn how to invest, and up to $8,000 to study and travel abroad.

Helga Rist Memorial Fund - Due March 15, 2026

Helga valued education greatly, and upon her death she bequeathed almost the entirety of her Estate to TFEC, to be used for scholarships for students of foreign languages. Her compassion and foresight led her to create “The Helga E. Rist Memorial Fund”, which will provide, in perpetuity, generous scholarships for language students of proven ability.

Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship Program - Due June 15, 2026

This year, 300 students will be awarded with scholarships up to $2,500 to help fund their education. Funds may be used for tuition, childcare, transportation, equipment, supplies, or other related costs. 

Lancaster Building Industry Foundation Scholarship - Application - Due April 30, 2026

The Foundation offers scholarship amounts ranging from $500 to $1,500+ for students pursuing secondary education in residential construction or construction-related trades.

Lancaster County Chooses Love Founders' Scholarship - Due May 15, 2026

This year, we’ll be awarding a $500 scholarship to an LGBTQ+ young person in Lancaster County who is taking steps toward their dreams—whether that means college, a trade program, or any other path that feels right for them.

Lancaster County Conservation District - Ann Brown Scholarship - Application  - Due March 26, 2026

$1,000 Scholarships for High School Students pursuing a curriculum which focuses on natural resources and/or conservation.The Lancaster County Conservation District (LCCD) will accept scholarship applications from graduating seniors who will be continuing their education with the intent of majoring in a curriculum which focuses on natural resources and/or conservation. Examples of acceptable programs of studies include: Environmental Sciences; Wildlife and/or Fisheries Biology; Environmental Resource Management; or other related programs, leading to an advanced degree (2yr technical, Associate Degree or 4yr Baccalaureate Degree will be considered).

Luthercare Nursing Scholarship - Due April 2, 2026

To assist local students who plan to pursue a nursing degree, we offer scholarships to public, private, nonpublic, and homeschool high school seniors in Berks, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York Counties.

MSGR. John W. MIgnot/PSACF Memorial Scholarship - Due June 30, 2026

In addition, the Elizabethtown Fair announces that a maximum of six $1,000 scholarships, through the Msgr. John W. Mignot Scholarship Program, will be awarded to Pennsylvania residents, currently (or had been previously) active for at least two years in a fair that is a member of PSACF, and will be attending college, trade or technical school, or an accredited higher education institution which requires a minimum of two full semesters for completion. 

Orrstown Bank Scholarship - Due March 6, 2026

The Scholarship Committee will consider any application for any student who is enrolled as a full-time secondary student in good standing, will apply for admission to, be accepted to, and enroll at a post-secondary institution (e.g., university, college, community college, or technical school) for the 2026-2027 academic year as a full-time student.

Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster, LTD  - Due April 17, 2026

Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster, LTD. is proud to serve as the presenting sponsor of the Lancaster-Lebanon League. Together, we are pleased to offer two $1,000 scholarships—one to a female student-athlete and one to a male student-athlete—graduating from a Lancaster-Lebanon League member school.

Pennsylvania Association of School Nurses and Practitioners  - Application 

PASNAP is proud to offer a $1000 award to a high school senior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This scholarship was initiated in 2008 in memory of Richard Berritini, a Certified School Nurse for almost 15 years at Port Allegany High School. He lost his life in 2008 serving for the National Guard in Afghanistan. We continue this scholarship in honor of all the nurses who have learned that the ability to care for others is a gift you will have with you always.

Pennsylvania Information Technology Data Management - Due April 20, 2026

Its purpose is to financially assist high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in information technology / computer science. Two scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded in a one-time payment at the end of the school year.

Pennsylvania Land Surveyors' Foundation Scholarship Due April 30, 2026

The purpose of this scholarship is to promote, improve and encourage the profession and practice of land surveying in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by providing financial assistance to those persons intending to pursue, or who are currently pursuing, an education in surveying with an ultimate goal of becoming practicing Professional Land Surveyors

Penn State Alumni Association - Lancaster County Chapter - Application - Due April 17, 2026

This year the Chapter is giving out twelve (12) scholarships totaling $35,000. For the fourth year, there will be a $10,000 scholarship that will follow the student for 4 years at $2,500 per year, and this scholarship will be a committee choice selection called “Investment for the Future – PSU Lancaster’s 4- year Scholarship.” Remaining scholarships will include four $3,500 merit scholarships based on academics and three financial need scholarships in the following amounts: two $3,000 and one $2,000. There will be an additional committee choice one year scholarship award in the amount of $3,000.

Road to Safety Scholarship  - Information Sheet  - Due April 15, 2026

Metzger Wickersham’s Road to Safety Scholarship Contest encourages students to take a stand against dangerous driving. The contest provides Pennsylvania high school seniors with the opportunity to submit a creative project about the dangers of drunk driving or distracted driving for the chance to win college scholarship money. The ultimate goal of the contest is to help spread the message to drive with safety in mind all the time! First place winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship, second place winners will receive $750, and third place winners will receive $500. 

The Salvation Army Olga Ruth Stratton and Thomas E. Wolf Scholarship - flyer - Due March 15, 2026

The Salvation Army Olga Ruth Stratton and Thomas E. Wolf Scholarship funds was established to make it possible for students of low to moderate income households to attend higher education institutions to continue their academic study or to learn a trade specialty.

S & T Bank - Due March 31, 2026

Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, leadership, character and contributions to both the school and community. It is available for U.S. college or vocational school students who have an S&T Smart Start Banking account. Awards are $2,500 for one year of full-time study and recipients may apply for up to three additional years.

Student-View Scholarship Program - Due April 23, 2026

The Student-View Scholarship Program is offering over $13,000 worth of scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career school.

Susquehanna Valley Umpire Association's Scholarship - Application  - Due March 21, 2026

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide a one-time $1,000 scholarship to two senior high school varsity softball players who participated in the youth Lancaster County Girls Softball League (formerly the Donegal Rheems Girls Softball League) and continued playing high school softball through her senior year. Scholarship eligibility requirements, application deadline, and mailing instructions are outlined in the application.

Town and County Garden Club of Lancaster - Due March 15, 2026

The Town and Country Garden Club of Lancaster offers a scholarship for $1500.00 each year to a deserving senior who is continuing their education in the following studies: Agriculture, Agriculture Engineering, Agronomy, Botany, Dairy Production, Environmental Control City Planning, Flora Culture, Horticulture, Land Management, Landscape Design, Forestry, Wildlife Sciences and Urban Planning.

Women in the Trades Scholarship  - Due March 6, 2026

ABC Keystone Chapter and Traditions Bank, A Division of ACNB Bank, are joining together to celebrate hard-working women who’ve chosen a career in construction! From electricians, plumbers and superintendents to the estimators, project managers and company owners who build America, we applaud you! Traditions Bank is helping our next generation of women jump-start their careers.Traditions Bank strives to have a meaningful impact on their customers and their communities. As a result, we are proud to offer two (2) scholarships, each for $1,000, to those pursuing their dreams in the construction industry.