[Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org)

January 28, 2026 (Application deadline)

$1,000 per award; number of recipients varies per cycle

Supports individuals demonstrating leadership and commitment to community service with a competitive scholarship.

No purchase or membership required; open to all eligible individuals.

--- ## Description The Community Service Scholarship recognizes and supports students and professionals who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to community service. Applicants must submit a detailed description of their planned community service program, including its relevance to their academic or personal goals. The scholarship is administered independently and awards are based on the relevance of the service program and academic achievement. The aim is to highlight and reward individuals making a positive impact in their communities. --- ## Due Dates - January 28, 2026: Application deadline (Community Service Scholarship) --- ## Funding Amount - $1,000 awarded per recipient. - Number of recipients varies per cycle. - Awards are non-transferable and have no cash equivalent. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all individuals; no restrictions based on location, enrollment status, or membership. - Applicants must be comfortable providing a video and/or written testimonial about their community service and the scholarship. - Must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. - Not open to residents of jurisdictions where such programs are restricted or prohibited by law. --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application via the [Honor Society Community Service Scholarship page](https://honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship-0). - Required materials: - Description of the planned community service program (including dates). - Up to 500 words on the relevance of the program to your major, life, or goals. - Unofficial transcript (official transcript required before disbursement). - Confirmation of enrollment in the described community service program (required before funds are released). - Complete Honor Society profile and upload a headshot. - Applications are reviewed and scored based on relevance and academic achievement; ties are resolved by random selection. - Recipients are notified within approximately 3 weeks of selection; public announcements follow within 6 weeks. --- ## Additional Information - No purchase or Honor Society membership is required to apply or win. - Applicants may reapply with an updated application after 3 or more months. - Odds of selection depend on the number and quality of applications. - Scholarship terms, deadlines, and criteria are subject to change without prior notice. - Honor Society® is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any college, university, or government entity. --- ## External Links - [Community Service Scholarship Information](https://www.honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship) - [Scholarship Application Portal](https://honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship-0) - [Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |----------------|------------------------------------------| | Funder Phone | 212-682-2913 | | Website | [kingfoundation.org](http://www.kingfoundation.org) | | Scholarship Info | [Honor Society Scholarship Page](https://www.honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship) | ---

Community Service Scholarship

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