The Dare Greatly Foundation is inspired by Theodore Roosevelt’s “Man in the Arena” speech and the legacy of SSgt. Tanner Romanos, who lived a life of selfless service to others. Click here to apply. 

The Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity is accepting applications from high school and college students who are innovative and creative problem solvers. Are you a student who has found a distinctive solution to a problem faced by your family, school, community, or the world?  Have you solved an artistic, scientific, or technical problem in a new or unusual way? 

The Milton Fisher Scholarship is a FOUR-YEAR SCHOLARSHIP for up to $20,000 (up to $5,000 per year for four years).  It is open to HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS and COLLEGE FRESHMEN in Connecticut and the New York Metropolitan area, as well as students from outside the region going to college in Connecticut or the New York City area.  In 2025, eight scholarships were awarded.

More information and the online application can be found on the website. Applicants must complete the online application on or before May 15, 2026. 

Paper copies of the scholarship application are available in the counseling office.  Applicants must complete the application on or before May 15, 2026. 

The Horatio Alger Association’s Career & Technical Scholarship is designed for individuals who have faced and overcome significant adversity and are working toward a career or technical education certificate or degree. This need-based award recognizes those who demonstrate integrity, perseverance, and a strong commitment to building a successful future through career-focused training.

Eligible individuals with financial need who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, in a career or technical program at a not-for-profit institution should consider applying. Each year, the Association awards scholarships of up to $2,500 to support tuition, tools, supplies, and other program-related expenses.

Learn more by clicking here.

A scholarship in the memory of Hartford Jazz Legend Don DePalma that contributes to the future of Jazz both in New England and around the world. 

Scholarship Requirements: Preference will be given to those pursuing a focus in jazz. The recipients must:

1. Be from Hartford county (Avon, Berlin, Bloomfield, Bristol, Burlington, Canton, East Granby, East Hartford, East Windsor, Enfield, Farmington, Glastonbury, Granby, Hartford, Hartland, Manchester, Marlborough, New Britain, Newington, Plainville, Rocky Hill, Simsbury, South Windsor, Southington, Suffield, West Hartford, Wethersfield, Windsor, Windsor Locks)

2. Major in instrumental music including: music performance, music education, music theory, music therapy

3. Complete the Scholarship Application Form

4. Submit a recent audition video recording uploaded to YouTube

5. Write or record yourself talking about how someone like Donald DePalma influenced your decision to pursue a degree in music

Submissions will be accepted from March 1st through May 25th .The scholarships will be granted in July. For questions or to email submissions: TheDePalmaRoyscholarship@gmail.com

*Grants subject to availability of funding. Preference given for original material per copywriter agreement. 

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The Luke Roux Foundation Impaired Driving Prevention PSA Scholarship awards $1,500 to a student who creates a short public service announcement (PSA) focused on preventing impaired driving among teens and young adults. The scholarship encourages students to use creativity and peer-to-peer messaging to promote safer decision-making.

This opportunity is open to current Connecticut high school seniors planning to attend a college or trade school during the 2026–2027 academic year. The application deadline is April 15, 2026, and the recipient will be announced on May 16, 2026.

Click here for the detailed scholarship description, including eligibility requirements and submission guidelines. We would appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with eligible students through your counseling office or student communication channels. This information can also be found at www.lukeroux.com/psa-scholarship

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This scholarship was created in loving memory of Sarah Longo a talented stylist, mentor, and friend whose passion for education, kindness, and creativity left a lasting impact on the beauty industry. The Sarah Longo Future Artist Scholarship supports aspiring beauty professionals with tuition assistance or essential tools.

Eligibility:

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled in or accepted to an accredited cosmetology school

• Show a strong passion for the beauty industry

• Exhibit values aligned with Sarah’s legacy: kindness, dedication, creativity, and

Compassion

Scholarship Details

Award Amount: $2,500

Use of Funds: Cosmetology school tuition or professional tools

Number of Recipients: Four in 202

The Scholastic Awards are presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering creative teens and celebrating youth voices. To learn more, visit artandwriting.org.