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

March 2027 (General scholarship application deadline, projected)

Award amount not specified; typically renewable, amount varies by fund and year.

Supports Texas Panhandle high school seniors active in community and church leadership, with preference for Christian-based degrees at Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University.

Application requires a letter from a youth minister or pastor.

--- ## Description The Love Your Neighbor Scholarship is designed to support high school seniors from the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who are actively involved in both community leadership and their church. Administered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, this scholarship gives preference to students pursuing Christian-based degrees at Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University (WTAMU). Its goal is to foster faith-based leadership and service, encouraging academic and spiritual growth among future leaders in the region. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated): General scholarship application deadline (full application due by noon, projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The specific award amount for the Love Your Neighbor Scholarship is not published. - Amarillo Area Foundation scholarships are typically renewable and vary in amount depending on available funds and applicant pool. --- ## Eligibility - **Residency:** Must be a graduating high school senior from one of the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. - **Community & Church Involvement:** Must demonstrate active involvement in community leadership and in their church. - **Degree/Institution Preference:** Preference for students pursuing Christian-based degrees at Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University. - **Academic Requirement:** Must maintain a 3.0 or better cumulative GPA while in college. - **Documentation:** Application must include a letter from a youth minister or pastor attesting to church involvement. --- ## Application Process - Complete the Amarillo Area Foundation [General Application](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/). - Indicate your interest in the Love Your Neighbor Scholarship within the application. - Prepare and upload all required documents, including: - Letter from youth minister or pastor - Official 7-semester high school transcript - ACT/SAT scores (if applicable) - IRS Tax Form 1040 or Student Aid Report (SAR) - Resume (max 2 pages) - Applications typically open in early January, with a noon deadline in early March (projected for March 2027). - Only one general application is needed to be considered for multiple scholarships. --- ## Additional Information - The scholarship is part of a portfolio of awards available to students in the Texas Panhandle; eligibility for other scholarships is determined through the same general application. - Students are encouraged to review all available scholarships before applying. --- ## External Links - [Amarillo Area Foundation Scholarships Overview](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/26-scholarships) - [General Scholarship Application Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/) - [Scholarship Applicant Information](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/scholarship/) - [Contact Page](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Department/Role | Contact Details | |----------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Amarillo Area Foundation Office | Phone: 806-376-4521 | | Online Inquiry | [Contact Form](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/) | ---

Love Your Neighbor Scholarship

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