[Amarillo Area Foundation](https://amarilloareafoundation.org)

March 2027

Award amount not specified; renewable scholarships possible; number and size of awards may vary annually.

Supports Texas Panhandle students who survived cancer before age 18 and are pursuing college or medical education.

Applicants must have completed 25% of a four-year degree or be pursuing post-bachelor’s medical education.

--- ## Description This scholarship is designed for students from the Texas Panhandle who have overcome childhood cancer and are continuing their higher education. It specifically supports those who either have completed at least 25% of a four-year college degree or are pursuing medical education after earning a bachelor’s degree. The fund aims to help these students persist in their academic and professional journeys after facing significant health challenges. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The typical award amount and duration are not specified in available sources. - Scholarships may be renewable, but terms vary by year and applicant pool. - Both the number and size of awards may change annually. --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet **all** of the following criteria: - **Residency/Education:** Graduated from a high school in one of the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. - **Medical History:** Diagnosed with cancer prior to their 18th birthday. - **Academic Progress:** - Either a current college student who has completed at least 25% of a four-year degree, **or** - A student who has completed a bachelor’s degree and is continuing in a medical education program. - **Academic Performance:** Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [General Application](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/) through the Amarillo Area Foundation portal. - Be prepared to provide: - Official transcripts (college students: most recent college transcript). - Documentation of cancer diagnosis before age 18. - Proof of completion of 25% of a four-year degree (or proof of bachelor’s degree and current medical education enrollment). - Resume (2 pages or less). - IRS Tax Form 1040 or Student Aid Report (SAR) for financial verification. - The application period typically opens in early January. --- ## Additional Information - Only one application is needed to be considered for multiple Amarillo Area Foundation scholarships. - The foundation may request additional documentation during review. - For more details and the most up-to-date requirements, visit the Amarillo Area Foundation scholarship pages. --- ## External Links - [Amarillo Area Foundation Scholarships (All 26 Counties)](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/26-scholarships) - [College Scholarships Overview](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/college-scholarships/) - [General Application Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/) - [Scholarship Information for Applicants](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/scholarship/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 806-376-4521 | | Contact Form | [Contact the Foundation](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/) | | Social Media | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/AmarilloArea) | [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AmarilloArea/) | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/amarillo-area-foundation/) | ---

Heather Hinkle Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund

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