Scholarships

Many websites exist for a variety of scholarships offered throughout California and the US.

The information listed below is mostly related to local scholarships.

Scroll to the bottom of this page for additional scholarship websites/databases. Feel free to explore, but know to never pay money for scholarship information or applications.

If you need an OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT for a scholarship application, please click here to create an account and request a transcript be emailed to you through Parchment.

Paying for College

The most important step to obtain money to pay for college is to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) OR the California Dream Act (if appropriate). If you are unsure which is the one for you, ask your counselor.
If you have questions visit the FBHS Financial Aid page for more details or contact the counseling office @ 961-3702 or email your counselor.

2025-2026 FBHS General Scholarship Information

What is the FBHS General Scholarship Application and why should I fill it out?

Preparing and submitting the FBHS General Scholarship Application will help you in a few ways:

It will put you into consideration for scholarships through the FBHS Scholarship Committee (if you meet other eligibility requirements for those scholarships).
Many local organizations use the FBHS General Scholarship Application as their application. They may ask you to make a new cover page and include it with the rest of your FBHS Scholarship Application packet. Please follow all submission instructions listed for each scholarship.
You will be able to use pieces of this application packet for other scholarship applications (such as your resume, transcript, and letters of recommendation).

Please note, completing an FBHS General Scholarship Application does not guarantee that you will be awarded a scholarship. Not submitting an application ensures that you won’t!

-Scholarship Instructions-

The initial deadline of Jan 14, 2026 has passed but we are still accepting applications.

Complete each of the application components below and save the entire scholarship packet as one PDF file- NOT a Google Doc.

Once completed, email the PDF as an attachment to: scholarships@fbusd.us

Please read all instructions.
TIP: Create a “Scholarships” folder in your Google Drive to save all of the pieces of the application.
The links below provide additional tips and instructions for completing the FBHS General Scholarship Application:

How to copy files to your Google Drive
How to sign your application page
How to combine files into one PDF

How to add a PDF attachment to your email

Components of the application:

Cover Page (click here for template)
Make a copy and replace Timmy Timberwolf with YOUR name. Please do not put a picture of yourself on your cover page.
Application Form (click here for the fillable form)
Make a copy and complete the form. Form must be typed, handwritten forms will not be accepted. There are two options for adding signatures to the form, see instructions here.
Résumé (click here for sample)
Must be limited to one page. You should have a current résumé as part of your Senior Project portfolio.
Essay
Tips: Read your essay aloud to yourself or someone else, make necessary edits, and then request an English teacher proofread it with you; your final essay should be flawless.

Essay Part 1:
Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

AND

Essay Part 2:
In addition to the above, on a separate page, write a paragraph discussing what you see yourself doing immediately after high school as well as your long-term goals.

Two letters of Recommendation

You need 2 letters (Letters are limited to one page each):
- - - 1- from a high school teacher or school counselor
    - 1- from another adult (not family)
The process to request a letter:
1-2 weeks before you need it, ask (don’t assume!) your intended letter writer to write a general scholarship letter for you. If they say yes, provide them with your completed Brag Sheets to assist them in discussing how wonderful you are.
Do not include Brag Sheets in scholarship applications. The role of the Brag Sheet is to help the letter writer know more about you.
Senior Brag Sheet (English) or Senior Brag Sheet (Spanish): You fill this out about yourself. Make a copy, complete, then give to the person you are asking to write a letter for you.
Family Brag Sheet (English) or Family Brag Sheet (Spanish): Your family member fills this out about you. Make a copy, have a family member complete, then give to the person you are asking to write a letter for you.

Transcript
Please click here to create an account and request a transcript be emailed to you through Parchment.

YOU MUST KEEP A DIGITAL or PRINTED COPY OF YOUR ENTIRE APPLICATION.

Please note, completing an FBHS General application does not guarantee that you will be awarded a scholarship.

Not submitting an application ensures that you won’t!

Open Scholarships

Scholarships are sorted by deadline date

Rotary Club of Fort Bragg

The Fort Bragg Rotary Club offers two different scholarships each school year:

-Academic Scholarship

-Vocational Scholarship

Choose the type of scholarship above for which you feel you best qualify.
Information on each scholarship.

To apply:

Prepare a cover page entitled with "Rotary Club of Fort Bragg" and the name of selected scholarship (you may apply for just one of the two.)
Replace your FBHS General Scholarship cover page with this new one.
Assemble all of the documents in order as your FBHS General App.
Save as a PDF.

To apply please submit your complete application via email to:

FBRotaryScholarships@gmail.com

Rotary Club of Fort Bragg

Gary Champlin, Scholarship Chair

Deadline: April 3, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 2/9/2025

Community First Credit Union Arlene Colombini Scholarship

Eligibility:

Applicants must be graduating high school seniors at a Humboldt, Lake, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, Sonoma, or Trinity County high school.
Plan to attend a two-year community college or a four-year university, for 12 or more credits/units in classes.

Application Requirements:

Completed Community First Credit Union Scholarship application form.
Personal Statement describing post-college plans and goals, as they pertain to the applicant’s field of study, in 350 words or less.
One letter of reference from a teacher.
Resume with academic achievements, extracurricular activities, community service, and work experience.
Provide a certified high school transcript for grades 9-12.

Apply

Applications may be submitted via mail, email, fax, or in person at your local branch.

Mail: 1105 N. Dutton Ave., Santa Rosa, CA, 95401, ATTN: Scholarship Application

Email: Maira Meza, mmeza@comfirstcu.org

Fax: 707.546.0529

Deadline: April 3, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/5/2026

California Alarm Association Youth Scholarship Program

In 2026, the CAA Youth Scholarship Program will offer over $20,000 in funds to children of active-duty peace officers, firefighters, and paramedics in the State of California.

To be eligible, applicants must:

be at least 15 years of age and not older than 20.
be a graduating high school senior who will receive a diploma from an accredited high school located within California. Home-schooled applicants and those attending military or boarding schools are also eligible to apply.
be accepted for admission to an accredited four-year college or university, matriculating the following year.
have a father, mother, or natural guardian (“parent”) who meets the following qualifications:
- The Applicant’s school must be located in California where the parent is a full-time active employee OR within a 100-mile radius of where the parent is a full-time active employee;
- Parent must be a full-time paid, active-duty law enforcement officer, firefighter, paramedic, or EMT (public sector only). Parent may also be a volunteer member of a fire department. Children of administrative staff do not qualify;
- Children of DHS, FBI, and other non-first responder federal employees do not qualify; and
- Children of reserve, part-time, or retired officers or fire personnel do not qualify.

More information here.
Apply here.

Deadline: April 7, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 2/11/2026

Italian Catholic Federation

To be eligible, applicant must:

Minimum 3.2 GPA, be Roman Catholic and of Italian descent OR if either Roman Catholic parent, guardian or grandparent is a member of the Italian Catholic Federation, the student must be Roman Catholic, but need not be of Italian descent.

Scholastic Achievement – TOTAL CUMULATIVE GPA (3 ½ years) and CLASS RANK
Financial Need
Leadership Role
Extracurricular Activities and Charitable Efforts
Family Membership/Activities in the I.C.F. (if applicable)

Please refer to the website for the link to apply below.

https://www.icf.org/scholarships/

Deadline: April 10, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website:11/18/2025

Latino Coalition

The mission of the Latino Coalition: to empower our community through education, social justice, and cultural appreciation.

Criteria:

You are in need of financial assistance.
You plan to attend a community college, university, or trade school in the fall of 2026 or the spring of 2027.
You might be the first person in your family to attend college.
You may or may not be a U.S. citizen.

See linked application below for what is required before submitting.

**Students who wish to apply for this scholarship do not have to have filled out their FBHS General Scholarship Application**

Apply

Solicitud en español aquí

Deadline: April 10, 2026 at 5pm

Posted on FBHS Website: 1/9/2026
Updated 2/20/2026

Mendocino Coast Safe Space Project

“Roy Mora Memorial Scholarship”

The Mendocino Coast Safe Space Project (MCSSP) is a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to

creating safe and inclusive environments for LGBTQIA2S+ communities, students, and allies. We believe LGBTQIA2S+ youth are vital to society.

For applicants:

We invite you to share your story and your aspirations for life after high school. You may submit your responses through video recording, audio recording, art piece, written essay or other alternative means. While there is a written component to this application, please know you can submit it via video or audio if writing is not your preferred style. We strive to accommodate all types of learners and understand that traditional applications do not meet everyone’s strengths. If you prefer that your identity be kept confidential and shared only with the MCSSP scholarship committee, please indicate this in your submission, and your privacy will be respected.

To be eligible:

Must be completing school this school year 25/26 (includes GED, CHSPE, Graduating Senior or completing TLC).
Must identify as LGBTQIA2S+.
Must be a resident of Mendocino County.
No GPA requirement.

Requirements:

Completed MCSSP Scholarship Application Form.
Personal Demonstration in the form of an essay, video, audio, art piece, or other medium (submit with application form or email to mendosafespace@gmail.com).

Full Criteria and Application Information

Deadline: April 14, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/25/2026

Noyo Women For Fisheries

To be eligible you must be a descendant of someone who is currently earning or has earned their living in the fishing industry. You must have been involved in school and community activities, show any financial need, and be academically qualified, i.e. suggested GPA of above 2.5. This is for a student planning to attend a college or trade school.

To apply:

Make a cover page titled Noyo Women for Fisheries, that includes your name and Fort Bragg High School, Class of 2026 to replace your FBHS General Scholarship cover page.
Write a cover letter with detailed paragraph that tells whom in the fishing industry provides your financial support and how that person is connected to the fishing industry. For example, tell if the person is an employee of a fish processing plant or fishing boat owner, etc.
Print each page of your FBHS General Scholarship Application, including the application page, essay, resume, letters of recommendation and transcript. Assemble in order with the cover letter just between the cover page and the application page.

Staple all in upper left corner and mail to:

Noyo Women For Fisheries

Scholarship Chair

PO Box 1087

Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Deadline April 15, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website:3/10/2026

Gloriana Musical Theatre Performing Arts

For students who have demonstrated excellence in the Performing Arts and plan to continue in a Performing Arts Degree Program.

Application must include:

At least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with your theatrical work e.g. teacher, director, mentor, etc.
Gloriana Musical Theatre Scholarship Information Form
Maximum two page essay explaining:

a. Prior participation in Performing Arts activities

b. Why it is important to the student to continue in a field of the Performing Arts

Criteria:

Intention to pursue education in Performing Arts, prior experience in the field, and financial need. All applicants must have volunteered or participated in local performing arts in some capacity (can be anything from acting to ticket taking to tech, etc...).

Apply

Any questions please contact and/or send applications to:

Jenni Windsor: director@gloriana.org

Deadline: April 15, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/2/2026

Fort Bragg Portuguese Pentecost Society

To be eligible, applicants must be of Portuguese descent.

Prepare a cover sheet for the Fort Bragg Portuguese Pentecost Scholarship.
Answer the questions below:
- 1. Will you need to work in addition to receiving a scholarship? Please explain.
  2. What is your occupational goal?
  3. Please describe your Portuguese ancestry.

Attach the document containing the questions and answers to a copy of your FBHS General Scholarship Application, and add a transcript.

Staple all items together in upper left corner and submit to the Counseling Office.

Deadline: April 17, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/16/2026

Don and Roy Splawn Foundation

Eligibility:

1) High School Senior (graduating)

2) CA resident

3) Financial need

4) Academics (2.6 GPA and above)

5) Employment: Paid or unpaid

Community Service

Extracurricular Activities

Students who have extraordinary circumstances in their lives as well as students who may not have the chance to attend college without financial assistance are encouraged to apply. The committee is looking for students who understand and exemplify the meaning of “hard work.”

Students who are chosen as recipients of the Splawn Scholarship have a chance to re-apply once yearly while in college. Renewals take place in the fall each year.

Apply

Deadline: April 18, 2026 BY by 11:59PM.

Posted on FBHS Website: 2/9/2026

Jack & Phyllis Perkins Fort Bragg Football Scholarship

This scholarship is for a student who has played football in high school.

Student is to be in good standing who plans to continue their education to either junior college, trade school or four-year schooling.

The student is to write a short essay about what Fort Bragg Football means to them.

To apply:

Update Cover Page to “Jack & Phyllis Perkins Fort Bragg Football Scholarship”
FBHS General Scholarship Application
Attach your short essay

Submit application to:

chenoajustin@gmail.com

Deadline: April 19, 2024

Posted on FBHS Website: 11/4/2025

Knights of Columbus

Saint Francis Council 4025

To be eligible

the student must be a practicing Catholic
have proof of acceptance at an accredited institution of higher learning.

To apply, students must pick up the application from the office of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish.

Submit applications to:

Knights of Columbus Grant Committee

PO Box 1641

Fort Bragg, Ca, 95437

Deadline: April 19, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/20/2026

Redwood Timber Company Scholarship

To be eligible applicant will:

Enroll in a 2- year or 4- year college/university
Preference will be given to those planning to major in a field of study with an emphasis on Natural Resource Sciences. This includes but is not limited to Forestry, GIS, Botany, Biology, Fisheries, Watershed Management, Marine Science, etc.

To apply:

Create a cover page titled “Redwood Timber Company Scholarship”.
Replace the FBHS General Scholarship App cover page with the new one.
Save as a PDF.
Submit application via email to: Chris Hannon at Redwood Timber Company channon@redwoodtimberco.com with “FBHS 2025 RTC Scholarship” in the subject line.

Deadline: April 26, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 2/20/2025

Torkelson Scholarship

Given by the The Press Democrat Guild for students pursuing journalism or a related field.

Criteria/Eligibility:

Students in Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino and Napa counties
Pursuing journalism and related fields in college and beyond.
Applicants must be rising college freshmen [current high school seniors] or college students, and funds will go directly to their community college or university
Winners will be selected on the basis of the student’s ability and promise as a journalist, interest shown in journalism programs and financial need.

Information & Application

Deadline: April 26, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/25/2026

Mendocino Masonic Lodge #179 Scholarship

This scholarship is in Honor of David & Mary Danchuk

Requirements:

This scholarship is for a student who is a High School Seniors who graduates in Spring 2026 with plans to enroll in Fall 2026 as a full-time student at a 2 or 4-year college, university or accredited trade school. Applicants must be a resident of Mendocino County. This is for a student with financial need.

To apply:

Create a cover page with “Masonic Lodge #179 Scholarship”
Attach a copy of your Transcript
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation from Teachers
Essay written by applicant detailing financial need, future plans, and goals
Application Form (linked below)

For Application & Criteria

Mail applications to:
Scholarship Coordinator
Mendocino Masonic Lodge #179 of California
PO box 833
Mendocino, CA 95460-0833

Postmark Deadline: April 30, 2026

Posted on website: 3/24/2026

Fort Bragg Girls Softball Association Scholarship

This scholarship is for a student that has participated in FBGSA or plays on the FBHS Softball team.

To apply:

Click the link below to see full instructions and and fill out FBGSA Application
Submit application to fbgsa707@gmail.com

Click here to fill out application to Apply

Deadline: 5/1/2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/29/2026

Native Daughters of the Golden West, Parlor #210

“The mission of the Native Daughters of the Golden West, as one of the oldest associations of diverse California born leaders, is to preserve California’s history and improve the quality of life through active participation in education and community service.”

Eligible students can attend any college or university with a defined education plan.

Criteria:

Financial need
Academic excellence
Community activities
School Activities

Please submit a copy of your FBHS general application, including current GPA transcript, with a cover letter to “Native Daughters of the Golden West Scholarship Application”

Submit via email to: rocksrus@mcn.org

OR mail to:
Native Daughter of the Golden West
1400 E Oak Street
Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Deadline: May 1, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/5/2026

Native Daughters of the Golden West

Neva Cannon Memorial

Eligible students will pursue a career in Education.

The Neva Cannon Memorial Scholarship is in honor of her excellence and perseverance as a Fort Bragg grammar school educator and first principal of Redwood Elementary. She was also a Native Daughter Member.

Criteria:

Financial need
Academic excellence
Community activities
School activities

Please submit a copy of your FBHS general application, including current GPA transcript, with a cover page to “Native Daughters of the Golden West- Neva Cannon Memorial Scholarship”

Submit via email to: rocksrus@mcn.org

OR mail to:
Native Daughter of the Golden West
1400 E Oak Street
Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Deadline: May 1, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/5/2026

Steps for Change Scholarship

The Steps For Change Scholarship is an income and merit-based scholarship awarded up to three high school seniors applying to a college or university with a $2,000 scholarship each to pursue their career goals. Students from low-income families are recognized for their capacity to lead and commitment to making a significant impact on communities. Award recipients must display academic excellence, exude passion in empowering the community, and exemplify a desire for continuous personal growth.

To be eligible:

Be of legal status in the United States
Be a current high school senior expecting to graduate in 2026
Have been accepted and will be entered an accredited college in Fall of 2026
Have a household income of less than $64,300 in 2025*
Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5

To Apply:

A completed scholarship application.
An official transcript of academic marks.
One letter of recommendation shall be written on an official letter and signed from and sent by a faculty member or community leader.
Please be sure to state your full name at the beginning of the video and submit the video via email to scholarships@wealthbyhealth.org. Applicant may also upload video to YouTube and send us a link to the video.

Click here for full criteria and guidelines.

PDF Application or Online Application

Deadline: May 15, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/5/2026

Mendocino Coast Jazz Society

For a student who will be pursuing further education in music, and has an interest in Jazz.

Prepare a cover page for the Mendocino Coast Jazz Society Scholarship.
Write a brief cover letter explaining your scholastic and, especially, your musical activities; also discuss in some detail your financial needs for college.
If not already in your essay, write a short paragraph about how Jazz has affected your life, and what part it might play in your future.
Print the documents listed above AND application page, resume, essay, and letters of recommendation, and transcript from your FBHS scholarship application.

Staple in upper left corner and send to:

Mendocino Coast Jazz Society

Karl Schoen, President
PO BOX 1386
Mendocino, CA 95460

Deadline : May 15, 2026

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/13/2026

Santa Rosa Junior College Doyle Scholarship

To be eligible:

High school graduates from the Class of 2026
Unweighted High School GPA of 2.0 or greater
Must submit the FAFSA or CADAA application – regardless of financial need - use school code 001287 (International students use the link below)
Enroll in a minimum of 6 units at SRJC for Fall 2026**
Complete an SRJC Online Orientation
Have an SRJC Education Plan developed with an academic counselor

Apply Now! Complete your FAFSA OR CA DREAM ACT APPLICATION!

WHEN YOU INCLUDE OUR SCHOOL CODE 001287 YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE CONSIDERED FOR THE DOYLE SCHOLARSHIP.

For more information visit the SRJC Doyle website

Deadline: OPEN!

But the sooner you apply the faster your application will be processed!

Posted on FBHS Website: 3/16/2026

Additional Scholarship Websites to Explore

Deadlines vary.

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