Scholarship for Texas Panhandle high school seniors employed at restaurants to support their first year of college at any accredited institution.
Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award amount varies; typically supports one year of undergraduate study at any accredited college or university.
Summary: Supports graduating high school seniors from the Texas Panhandle currently employed at a restaurant in pursuing higher education.
Key Information: One general application covers all Amarillo Area Foundation scholarships.
The Panhandle Restaurant Association Scholarship Fund, administered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, is designed to assist graduating high school seniors from the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who are currently employed at a restaurant. The scholarship enables recipients to pursue higher education at any accredited college or university. This opportunity aims to support students with a demonstrated work ethic and connection to the regional restaurant industry as they transition to postsecondary education.