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

April 4, 2026 (annual application deadline) | April 4, 2025 (previous)

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

Scholarships supporting Wayne County and area students in diverse fields, based on academic achievement, community service, and financial need.

--- ## Description The Wayne County Community Foundation offers a broad portfolio of scholarships to students from Wayne County, Pennsylvania, and surrounding areas. These scholarships are designed to help local students pursue post-secondary education in a wide variety of fields, including healthcare, agriculture, technical trades, music, law, business, education, and more. Some scholarships are open to all county residents, while others are specific to certain high schools or fields of study. Awards are made based on criteria such as academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need, with selections made by the Foundation’s Scholarship Committee or, for donor-advised funds, in accordance with donor instructions. --- ## Due Dates - April 4, 2026: Scholarship application deadline (annual) - April 4, 2025: Previous application deadline Applications are accepted annually until April 4. --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts generally range from $500 to $5,000. - Some scholarships are renewable or multi-year; most are one-time awards. - Specific scholarships may have unique amounts and eligibility (e.g., $1,000 for technical education, up to $5,000 for automotive studies, $2,000/year for health professions, etc.). - See the [scholarship listing](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/about) for individual award details. --- ## Eligibility - Most scholarships are for students who are residents of Wayne County, PA; some are open to students from neighboring counties or specific schools (Honesdale, Wallenpaupack, Western Wayne, Forest City, Sullivan West, Lackawanna). - Eligibility may depend on: - Field of intended study (e.g., healthcare, agriculture, technical trades, music, law, business, etc.) - High school attended (some awards are specific to certain schools) - Academic achievement, community involvement, and/or financial need - Some scholarships are need-based, while others are merit-based or require involvement in specific activities or sports. - Additional scholarships are available for continuing education and for children attending specific camps. --- ## Application Process - Complete the appropriate scholarship application form by April 4 (annual deadline). - Application forms and detailed eligibility requirements for each scholarship are available on the [Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships page](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/about). - Some scholarships require additional documentation (e.g., essays, proof of community service, financial need statements). - Selection is conducted by the Foundation’s Scholarship Committee, with recommendations approved by the Board of Directors. - Donor-advised scholarships follow the sponsor’s specific selection criteria. - Applicants will be notified in writing of the selection decision in early June. - Recipients must confirm their chosen school to receive the scholarship funds. --- ## Additional Information - For general scholarships, students must be Wayne County residents and may attend public or private schools. - A few scholarships are open to graduates from prior years or continuing education students. - Award amounts, criteria, and the number of scholarships available may vary each year. - Contact the Foundation for questions about eligibility or application requirements. --- ## External Links - [Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships Overview](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/about) - [Scholarship Application Instructions](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/applying) - [Contact Wayne County Community Foundation](https://www.waynefoundation.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Address | |----------------------|-----------------------------------------------|---------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Connor Simon (Scholarship Contact) | [csimon@waynefoundation.org](mailto:csimon@waynefoundation.org?subject=Scholarship%20Question) | | | | General Foundation | [info@waynefoundation.org](mailto:info@waynefoundation.org) | 570-251-9993 | 918 Church Street, Suite F, Honesdale, PA 18431 |

Scholarships - Wayne County Community Foundation

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