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

March 2027 (General application)

Typical award amount not specified; varies by year and applicant pool.

Supports City of Amarillo employees, their families, or officials pursuing vocational, technical, or municipal government-related education.

Forecasted cycle; eligibility requires a direct connection to City of Amarillo employment or office.

--- ## Description This scholarship is designed to support individuals with a direct connection to the City of Amarillo, Texas, who are pursuing education in vocational or technical training, or a degree related to municipal government. The program aims to encourage and assist those seeking careers in public service or technical fields that benefit municipal operations, fostering a skilled workforce dedicated to serving the Amarillo community. --- ## Due Dates - **March 2027 (anticipated/projected):** General scholarship application deadline for Amarillo Area Foundation scholarships, including the John S. Stiff Governmental Services Scholarship. *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Amount:** Not specified in available sources; varies annually and by applicant pool. - **Renewability & Duration:** Not specified; check with the Amarillo Area Foundation for current details. --- ## Eligibility - **Connection to City of Amarillo:** - Must be one of the following: - Employee of the City of Amarillo, Texas - Spouse or child of a City of Amarillo employee - Present or prior elected official of the City of Amarillo - **Education Level:** - For current or prospective college-level students - **Field of Study:** - Must be pursuing vocational or technical training, or a college degree related to municipal government - **Academic Performance:** - Minimum 2.5 GPA required --- ## Application Process - **Single General Application:** - Complete the [Amarillo Area Foundation General Application](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/). The system will match you to all scholarships for which you are eligible. - **Required Materials:** - Official transcripts (college or high school, as applicable) - Documentation of City of Amarillo employment or elected-official status (self or family) - Resume (2 pages or less) - IRS 1040 tax form or Student Aid Report (SAR) - ACT/SAT scores (for high school applicants, if applicable) - **Application System:** - The portal opens in early January each year; one application covers all eligible scholarships. --- ## Additional Information - The Amarillo Area Foundation serves the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle, but this scholarship is specifically for those with a City of Amarillo connection. - Applicants can apply for multiple scholarships through the single application process. - Details on award amount, duration, and renewability are not published—contact the Foundation for specifics. --- ## External Links - [Amarillo Area Foundation – Scholarships Overview](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/26-scholarships) - [General Application Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/) - [College Scholarships Information](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/college-scholarships/) - [Contact Page](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 806-376-4521 | | Online Contact | [Contact Form](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/) | | Address | 919 S. Polk, Amarillo, Texas 79101 | | Social Media | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/AmarilloArea) | [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AmarilloArea/) | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/amarillo-area-foundation/) |

John S. Stiff Governmental Services Scholarship

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