Scholarship Database

Scholarship Database Contents

1. Local scholarships (Greenwich, Washington County & Neighboring Districts)

2. Regional & State Scholarships (Capital Region & NY State)

a. Business, Trades, Agriculture & Tech
b. Healthcare, Public Safety & Service
c. Civic, Arts & Regional Foundations

3. National & Special Demographic Scholarships


1. Local Scholarships (Greenwich, Washington County & Neighboring Districts)

These scholarships are specifically offered to Greenwich High School seniors or students in local school districts (Argyle, Cambridge, Salem, Warren/Washington counties). 

Scholarship Name

Eligibility & Criteria

Award Amount

Due Date

Becker Family Scholarship

Greenwich senior showing aptitude/interest in agriculture or history coursework.

Varies

May 23

Carol Hand Memorial Scholarship

Greenwich senior who excelled in music and plans to study music or education.

Varies

Late Spring

Chief George Bell Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Greenwich / local senior entering Criminal Justice, Fire Science, or EMS/Paramedicine.

Varies

Spring

Clifton G. Sousie Memorial Scholarship

Greenwich seniors demonstrating character, compassion, and community service.

Varies

May 28

CSEA Unit #90520 Scholarship

Greenwich senior whose parent or grandparent is a member of CSEA Unit #90520.

Varies

Spring

Deputy Chief Brian Buell Memorial Scholarship

Greenwich senior intending to pursue a career as a first responder.

$1,500

June 2

Farrell Family Scholarship

Greenwich senior showing aptitude in agriculture, history, or computer science.

Varies

May 23

Greenwich Chamber Agricultural Scholarship

Greenwich senior pursuing a career in an agricultural field (funded by Tractor Parade).

Varies

Spring

Greenwich Chamber of Commerce Scholarship

Greenwich senior accepted to a NYS college majoring in a business field.

Varies

Spring

Greenwich Community Scholarship Awards

Greenwich seniors evaluated on academic standing and financial need.

Varies

Spring

Greenwich PTSA Scholarship

Greenwich senior who has positively contributed to family, school, or community.

$500

Spring

Greenwich Teachers Assoc. Pedagogical Award

Greenwich senior planning a career in preschool, elementary, or secondary education.

Varies

Spring

J. Walter Fitzpatrick Award (Lions Club)

Greenwich senior who has performed the most outstanding service for their community.

Varies

Spring

Mari Copeny Scholarship

Greenwich senior demonstrating community activism and passion for social change.

$100

June 15

Michael "Nick" Karp Memorial Scholarship

Greenwich senior showing good citizenship & community service (military focus considered).

Varies

May 30

Argyle EMS C. David Barker Memorial Scholarship

Volunteer service in school/community; entering college, university, or trade school.

Varies

Spring

Hubbard Hall Graduating Senior Scholarship

Seniors from Greenwich, Cambridge, Salem, Hoosick Falls who took Hubbard Hall classes.

$250

May 31

Joan Grishkot Memorial Scholarship

Washington, Warren, or Saratoga County residents pursuing Nursing, PT, OT, or medicine.

$2,500/yr

Spring

Lake George Music Festival Scholarship

Washington, Warren, or Essex County seniors pursuing a degree in music.

Varies

Spring


2. Regional & State Scholarships (Capital Region & NY State)

These awards are open to students across the Capital District (Albany, Saratoga, Rensselaer, Schenectady) or across New York State.

💼 Business, Trades, Agriculture & Tech

Scholarship Name

Eligibility & Criteria

Award Amount

Due Date

Adirondack Cycling Advocates Lloyd Mott Scholarship

Capital Region/ADK senior entering a 2/4-year college or trade school with a focus on cycling safety.

$2,500

Spring

APWA Capital District Scholarship

Seniors pursuing Public Works, Engineering, or Public Administration.

Varies

Spring

ASCE Mohawk-Hudson Region 1 Scholarship

Seniors pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering.

$1,000

April 12

Business & Marketing Educators Student of Year

Seniors attending a NYS college majoring in a business field.

Varies

Spring

Capital District NYS Society of Professional Engineers

Capital Region seniors planning to study an ABET-accredited engineering program.

$1,000 – $2,500

April 1

CEN Manufacturing Scholarship

Capital Region seniors entering engineering or manufacturing programs.

Varies

Spring

Empire State Potato Growers Scholarship

NYS seniors entering undergraduate studies benefiting the agricultural industry.

$500/yr (up to 4 yrs)

Spring

National Grid HVCC Electric Worker Scholarship

Students pursuing electrical worker degrees/certificates at Hudson Valley Community College.

Varies

April 15

NYS School Facilities Association Scholarship

Seniors entering trade school or college programs in facilities, engineering, or architecture.

Varies

Spring


🩺 Healthcare, Public Safety & Service

Scholarship Name

Eligibility & Criteria

Award Amount

Due Date

Adirondack School Counseling Assoc. Scholarship

Capital Region/ADK senior studying human services, sociology, or psychology.

$1,500

April 24

Buell Strong Memorial Scholarship

Capital Region seniors pursuing careers in Fire Science, EMS, or Public Safety.

$1,000

Spring

Cameron's Story Scholarship

NYS seniors pursuing healthcare careers with a background in volunteerism.

$1,000

April 28

CSEA Daniel X. Campbell Memorial Scholarship

Capital Region senior whose parent or guardian is a CSEA member.

$750

Spring

Firemen’s Association of NYS (FASNY)

NYS volunteer firefighters, Junior Firefighters, Explorers, or Rams.

$1,500

Spring

Hudson Mohawk Area Health Education Center

Seniors entering a healthcare degree/certificate program at a local NYS college.

Varies

Spring

Jean M. Briggs Memorial Scholarship

NYS seniors pursuing a college degree in Nursing.

Varies

Spring

Jean M. Coon Humanitarian Award (Zonta District 2)

High school juniors/seniors recognized solely for outstanding community service.

Up to $500

March 15

Kimberly Coffey Foundation Nursing Scholarship

NYS high school seniors pursuing a bachelor's career in Nursing.

Varies

Spring

Mohawk Ambulance Service Scholarship

Capital Region seniors pursuing training and certification as a NYS EMT.

Varies

Spring

Ned Carter Memorial Scholarship

Seniors related to firefighters/fire district personnel entering public safety/service fields.

$1,500

Spring

Nightingale Scholarship

Senior enrolled full-time in a NYS baccalaureate RN nursing program.

$5,000

Spring


🎭 Civic, Arts & Regional Foundations

Scholarship Name

Eligibility & Criteria

Award Amount

Due Date

Albany Musician's Association Tommy Ippolito

Capital Region instrumentalists/vocalists pursuing a college major or minor in music.

Varies

Spring

Albany ASAP Philanthropy Scholarship

Seniors attending local Albany area colleges; requires a 500-word essay.

Varies

Spring

Albany-Tula Multimedia Contest

Capital Region seniors submitting multimedia essays on international community relationships.

$500 – $1,000

Spring

Adirondack Paralegal Association Scholarship

Seniors with financial need demonstrating leadership and community service.

Varies

Spring

Adirondack Runners Club Scholarship

Regional seniors with an active interest in running.

Varies

Spring

Batten Kill Valley Runners Scholarship

Regional seniors with a demonstrated active interest in running.

Varies

April 30

Bill Shrader Memorial Scholarship

Regional runners planning to attend a 2/4-year college full-time.

$3,000

Spring

CAP COM Legacy / Art Goedeke / Trade Scholarships

Capital Region CAP COM Credit Union members (General, IT/Computer Science, Trades).

$2,000

Spring

Capital District Counseling Association Scholarship

Capital Region seniors enrolling at an in-region college or trade school.

$1,000 – $2,500

May 1

Credit Union / TCT Scholarships

Members of participating local credit unions attending 2/4-year colleges.

$500 – $1,500

Jan 17

Glens Falls Community Theater Scholarship

Regional seniors enrolling in a 2/4-year program in vocal/instrumental/drama/technical arts.

$500

Spring

Hudson River Crossing Seedling Award

Regional senior demonstrating peer leadership and environmental commitment.

Varies

Spring

Lee Shaw Memorial Scholarship

Capital Region music student planning to pursue a degree in jazz studies.

$1,000

Spring


3. National & Special Demographic Scholarships

These opportunities are open to students nationwide or based on broader national demographics, company employment, or specific health/life experiences.

Scholarship Name

Eligibility & Criteria

Award Amount

Due Date

Adopt a Soldier / Military Connection

Seniors with a current or former military service member in their family.

$500

Spring

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Scholarship

Female seniors demonstrating academic achievement, service, and financial need.

Varies

Spring

Alzheimer’s Foundation Teen Scholarship

High school seniors impacted by Alzheimer's disease in their family or community.

Varies

Spring

Amazon Engineering Scholarship

Seniors pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Software, or Engineering fields.

Varies

Early Spring

American Red Cross High School Scholarship

Students who organize and host school/community blood drives.

Varies

Spring

Archways to Opportunity

Eligible employees of participating franchises (e.g., McDonald's) taking college courses.

Tuition Support

Ongoing

Berkshire Bank NeXt Gen Scholars

Volunteer service, strong academics, and demonstrated financial need.

$2,500

Spring

Cancer Fighting Scholarship

Seniors who have battled cancer or supported loved ones through cancer.

Varies

Spring

Cyber Service Academy (DoD) Scholarship

Full tuition for students pursuing cybersecurity/engineering in exchange for DoD service.

Full Tuition

Winter/Spring

Dave Vanderzee Memorial Scholarship

Students who have faced a serious illness or major life crisis entering trade/college.

$500

Spring

Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)

U.S. citizens attending an accredited college or university (DAR sponsorship not required).

Varies

Winter/Spring

DEWALT Scholarship for the Trades

Students entering 2-year trade programs for construction, mechanics, or technology.

Varies

Spring

Dr. Joseph E. Bowman Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Underrepresented students seeking college degrees in STEM fields.

Varies

Spring

Dr. William E. Carroll Memorial Scholarship

Seniors showing academic effort, compassion, and community service.

Varies

Spring

Elks Auxiliary / Legacy / Most Valuable Student

Leadership, volunteerism, or children/grandchildren of Elks members.

$250 – $12,500

Fall / Winter

Epilepsy Foundation Scholarship

Graduating seniors currently receiving medical treatment for epilepsy.

$1,000

Spring

Foundation 649 Scholarship

Asian American and Pacific Islander seniors actively serving their communities.

Varies

Spring

Foster Scholarship

Seniors pursuing a future in performing arts (performance or technical).

Varies

Spring

Future Technician Scholarship

High school seniors interested in heavy-duty trucking/mechanics programs.

Varies

Spring

Hagan Scholarships

High-achieving rural high school seniors with financial need entering 4-year colleges.

Up to $7,500/sem

March 15

Horatio Alger Association Scholarships

Students with critical financial need (under $65k AGI) who have overcome adversity.

Varies

Fall / Spring

HVAC HERO Scholarship

Students pursuing technical education in HVAC or home performance contracting.

Varies

Spring

Lely's Future of Dairy Scholarship

Enrolled in a college program benefiting dairy technology or the dairy industry.

$1,500

Spring

Listening Innovation Scholarship

Students passionate about driving innovation and entrepreneurship in education.

Varies

Spring

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

Children of Marines or Navy Corpsmen attending college or CTE trade programs.

Varies

Spring

Mathcounts Alumni Scholarship

Students who participated in Mathcounts in 7th or 8th grade.

$3,000

Spring

Men's College Scholarship

Male seniors excelling in academics, extra-curriculars, and community involvement.

Varies

Spring

National Association of Women in Construction

Graduating female seniors pursuing construction, architecture, or civil engineering degrees.

Varies

Spring

National Panhellenic Conference (NPC)

Female seniors planning to attend 4-year colleges.

$2,000

March 15

NY Water Environment Association (NYWEA)

Students pursuing environmental engineering, science, or water resource fields.

Varies

Feb 28