Scholarships

Since 1986, the Community Foundation has been the leading resource for scholarship funding in Frederick County. Generous donors make these scholarships possible for many different reasons. Some donors want to support students aspiring to careers similar to the ones that they had. Other donors create scholarships to "pay back" the community that has given generously to them. Still others start memorial funds to honor the legacies of their deceased loved ones. Regardless of the reason for starting their scholarship funds, these thoughtful donors have shown their commitment to creating a better future for Frederick County by financially assisting students who are pursuing a post-secondary education.

For the 2012-2013 academic year, more than $515,000 was awarded to over 280 scholars. This represents scholarships from 189 funds.

Attention 2013/14 Scholarship Applicants:

All scholarship applicants were notified by email on Friday, May 3, 2013 informing them of the status of their 2013-2014 scholarship application.

Congratulations to the 300+ scholars! This year the Community Foundation of Frederick received over 1400 applications- our largest applicant pool in our history!
For those applicants who are receiving scholarships we hope to see you at our annual Scholar's Reception on June 9th, 2013.

1. The amount of your scholarship award and the details will be provided to you in a packet at the 2013 Scholarship Reception scheduled for June 9, 2013, at the e-Ventplex at the Frederick Fairgrounds. This packet must be picked-up, and paperwork completed and returned to us by June 28, 2013. DO NOT CALL THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OFFICE TO ASK THE AMOUNT OF YOUR SCHOLARSHIP.

2. Your invitation to the 2013 Scholarship Reception was attached to your May 3rd email. Please read and follow the instructions for confirming your attendance. If you are unable to attend, we request that you let us know that also. This is also an opportunity to meet the donor(s) who have made your scholarship possible.

3. If you are unable to attend the Reception, your parent or guardian may attend the event to pick up your scholarship packet. We understand that June is a busy month for students and families, but we hope this scholarship is important enough for you to attend the Reception.

FY13 Vocal or Instrumental Music Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Frederick County is offering scholarships for Frederick County, Maryland, students ages 5 to 25, who are pursuing vocal or instrumental instruction in a group or individualized setting. Click here for details on how to apply for vocal or instrumental music scholarships.

Dustin Muse Youth Athletic Scholarship Application

Scholarships will be provided from this fund for youth from Frederick County, MD who are enrolled in grades 6 through 12 to participate in athletic/sports activities or sports camps scheduled for fall or winter 2013. Students must have a 3.0 minimum grade point average. The scholarships support participation fees only. Applications are being accepted May 1 through June 15, 2013, and scholarships will be announced in late July 2013. Please print the application, complete, and mail or deliver to the Community Foundation office with all required documentation as outlined in the application.

Click here to access the application.

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