[Wayne County Community Foundation](https://www.waynefoundation.org)

April 3, 2026 (Full application deadline; portal open Feb 1–Apr 3, 2026)

Scholarships typically range from $500 to $5,000; most awards are one-time, some renewable or multi-year.

Scholarships supporting Wayne County, PA students in a broad range of fields, based on merit, need, and donor criteria.

--- ## Description The Wayne County Community Foundation offers a diverse portfolio of scholarships for students residing in Wayne County, Pennsylvania, as well as for students attending specific local high schools and colleges. Scholarships are available for a wide array of majors and career paths, including healthcare, agriculture, business, education, trades, music, science, and more. Awards are based on criteria such as academic achievement, community involvement, financial need, and specific donor or school preferences. The Foundation’s Scholarship Committee reviews all applications and makes recommendations for final approval, ensuring that awards align with the intentions of each scholarship sponsor. Some scholarships are open to high school seniors, recent graduates, or adult learners. --- ## Due Dates - Application portal opens: February 1, 2026 - Application deadline: April 3, 2026 (all applications must be submitted online by this date) - Notification of awards: Early to mid-June 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Individual scholarship awards typically range from $500 to $5,000. - Most scholarships are one-time awards; a few are renewable or multi-year. - Over 500 scholarships awarded in recent years, totaling more than $700,000 in support. --- ## Eligibility - Most scholarships require applicants to be residents of Wayne County, PA, or to attend a participating local high school (some select scholarships are open to students at specific schools outside the county, such as Sullivan West in NY). - Grade level: Primarily high school seniors and recent graduates; select scholarships available for adult continuing education. - Additional eligibility criteria may include: - Academic achievement - Community involvement - Financial need - Intended college major or career path - Participation in specific extracurricular activities or programs - School-specific or donor-specific requirements Applicants should review the [full list of scholarships](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/about) for details on individual eligibility criteria. --- ## Application Process - All applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s [online scholarship portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=wccfpas) during the application window (Feb 1–Apr 3, 2026). - Required materials may include: - Completed online application - Official transcript - Essays, letters of recommendation, or references (varies by scholarship) - The Scholarship Committee reviews all completed applications and makes recommendations to the Board for final approval. - Recipients will be notified in writing in early to mid-June and must confirm their college/institution to receive the scholarship check (which is paid directly to the school and may only be used for tuition). --- ## Additional Information - Selection criteria and required documentation vary by scholarship; applicants are encouraged to carefully review the requirements for each award they wish to pursue. - Some scholarships are need-based, others are merit-based, and many consider both. - Scholarship checks are made out to the recipient’s chosen educational institution and are restricted to tuition expenses. --- ## External Links - [Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships Overview](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/about) - [Scholarship Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=wccfpas) - [Applying for Scholarship – Instructions](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/applying) - [Contact the Foundation](https://www.waynefoundation.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Address | |----------------------|--------------------------------------|---------------|---------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@waynefoundation.org](mailto:info@waynefoundation.org) | 570-251-9993 | 918 Church Street, Suite F, Honesdale, PA 18431 | | Scholarship Contact | [csimon@waynefoundation.org](mailto:csimon@waynefoundation.org?subject=Scholarship%20Question) | | |

Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships

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