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

April 8, 2026

$1,000 per award; number of recipients varies; one-time scholarship

Supports high-achieving students who demonstrate passion and commitment to making a professional impact in their chosen field.

No purchase or membership required to apply; open to all eligible individuals.

--- ## Description The John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship is designed to honor the legacy of John Young—a fighter pilot, aerospace engineer, and inspiration for professional achievement—by supporting motivated students who are eager to make a difference in their chosen professions. The scholarship seeks applicants who can articulate their passion, motivations, and the impact they hope to achieve through a short essay. The program is privately funded and administered by Honor Society® with support from the Cochener Family and the Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation. --- ## Due Dates - April 8, 2026: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Award amount: $1,000 per recipient - Number of recipients: Varies (not specified; dependent on applicant pool and funding) - One-time, non-renewable scholarship --- ## Eligibility - Open to all individuals; no restrictions based on academic status, field of study, or membership in Honor Society® - Applicants must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations - Void where prohibited by law - No purchase or Honor Society® membership required to apply or win --- ## Application Process - Complete the application form on the [scholarship website](https://www.honorsociety.org/john-young-pursue-your-passion-scholarship-0) - Submit a short essay (up to 500 words) describing: - Why you have chosen your field of interest - How you desire to create an impact - Personal beliefs or goals that drive your professional passion - Provide current GPA, preferred contact information, and school details - Unofficial transcripts are accepted for initial application; official transcripts required if selected - Applications are reviewed by a scholarship committee; selection is based on essay strength and alignment with scholarship goals - Recipients are notified within 3 weeks of selection, with public announcement within 6 weeks --- ## Additional Information - Applications are considered for up to 3 months after submission; applicants may reapply with updated materials after this period - Award terms, deadlines, and selection criteria are subject to change without notice - Recipients consent to public announcement of their name, school, and likeness - The scholarship is independently administered and not affiliated with any college or government entity --- ## External Links - [Scholarship Program Page](https://www.honorsociety.org/john-young-pursue-your-passion-scholarship) - [Funder: Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org) - [Honor Society® Privacy Policy](https://www.honorsociety.org/privacy-policy) - [Honor Society® Terms of Service](https://www.honorsociety.org/terms) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|--------------------------------------| | Phone | 212-682-2913 | | Website | [kingfoundation.org](http://www.kingfoundation.org) | | Application | [Scholarship Application Portal](https://www.honorsociety.org/john-young-pursue-your-passion-scholarship-0) | ---

John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship

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