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

February 28, 2026

$1,000 per award; number of recipients varies; funds released after enrollment confirmation.

Recognizes and supports students and professionals demonstrating leadership and commitment to community service.

No purchase or Honor Society® membership required to apply or win.

--- ## Description This scholarship honors individuals who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and a commitment to community service. Applicants must describe a planned community service program and explain its relevance to their academic, professional, or personal goals. The award is independently administered by Honor Society® and seeks to highlight those who exemplify outstanding community involvement. Recipients are publicly recognized and the process is designed to be transparent and supportive. --- ## Due Dates - February 28, 2026: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Each award is $1,000. - Number of recipients varies by cycle; no fixed minimum or maximum. - Funds are released upon confirmation of enrollment in the described community service program. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all students and professionals; no restrictions based on location or enrollment status, except where prohibited by law. - No purchase or Honor Society® membership required to apply or win. - Applicants must be comfortable providing a video and/or written testimonial if selected. - 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. --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application through the [Honor Society® scholarship portal](https://honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship-0). - Required materials: - Description of the planned community service program, including dates. - Up to 500 words on the program’s relevance to your major, life, or goals. - Unofficial transcript (official transcript required before disbursement if selected). - Confirmation of enrollment in the community service program (required before fund release). - Applicants are scored based on relevance and academic achievement using a rubric; ties are resolved by random selection. - Applications may be considered for up to 3 months after submission; reapplication is allowed after 3 months. - Winners are notified within 3 weeks of selection; public announcement follows within 6 weeks. --- ## Additional Information - All application materials must be accurate; false or misleading information results in disqualification. - Selection decisions are final; meeting eligibility does not guarantee selection. - Awards are non-transferable and have no cash equivalent. - Recipients consent to public recognition (name, school, likeness, award details). - Odds of selection depend on the number and strength of applications. --- ## External Links - [Community Service Scholarship Overview](https://www.honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship) - [Application Portal](https://honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship-0) - [Featured Recipient Profiles](https://www.honorsociety.org/scholarship-recipients-all#community) - [Honor Society® Privacy Policy](https://www.honorsociety.org/privacy-policy) - [Honor Society® Terms of Service](https://www.honorsociety.org/terms) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|----------------------------------------------| | Funder Phone | 212-682-2913 | | Funder Website | [Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org) | | Scholarship Info| [Honor Society®](https://www.honorsociety.org/community-service-scholarship) |

Community Service Scholarship

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