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Apply for over 30 awards with ONE application!

We are pleased to provide an online scholarship application platform that helps applicants apply for a variety of awards with a single submission.  Those graduating from or who live in our service area and entering appropriately accredited post-secondary education institution – including trade schools, two-year degree programs, community colleges, and 4-year degree colleges and universities - are welcome to review the eligibility guidelines.

We hold many types of scholarship funds, such as one that gives priority to family members and associates of Asama Coldwater Michigan.  In addition, we accept applications and on behalf of local organizations like Southern Michigan Bank & Trust.  Click the button below to view a complete list of scholarships available through our online application!

Congratulations to this year's Scholarship Recipients! 
View all the 2022 recipients here! 

How to Apply for Community Foundation Scholarships

Please read the How to Apply Instructions completely before submitting any scholarship applications. Applications are to be submitted electronically as noted in the instructions. We cannot accept paper copies.

An expression of interest or the provision of an application should not be considered a guarantee of funding. All scholarship requests go through a complete review process before any funding decision is made.

Important Dates for Community Foundation Scholarships 

The Scholarship Application Portal will open December 1, 2021 and applications will be accepted according to the following schedule:
Application submission deadline is March 4, 2022 by 3:00 PM. Scholarships will be awards for the 2022 fall semester.
Early Middle College (13th Year)
If you will be in a college program while still enrolled in high school during the 2022/2023 school year, you are not yet eligible to apply for a scholarships.  If you have questions about your eligibility, please contact us.

How to Apply Instructions
Please make sure to read the instructions thoroughly and give us a call if you have any questions on any of the steps listed in the instructions. The link to the online application is listed in these instructions.
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Recommendation Form
Students: This form must be uploaded to the online software when prompted. Please make sure to allow ample time to receive the recommendation back from your references to submit by March 4, 2022.

Recommendation Form - Fillable PDF
If you choose to use the fillable PDF version of the recommendation form, please have the person filling out the form attach an additional letter if the comments section is over 180 words.

Additional Attachments List
Please use this list for reference for the additional attachments you will need. Please note some of our scholarships require more than one attachment, so read the list carefully as you select those you think apply to you.

FAFSA Information
Filling out the FAFSA is a very important step of applying for colleges, whether you believe you will qualify for financial aid or not. All the Branch County Community Foundation scholarships require a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Click on the link for myths about Financial Aid, and give us a call or send us an e-mail if you have any questions.
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Resume
You MUST use this resume format for your resume on the Branch County Community Foundation Scholarship Application. If you do not use this exact format, your application will not be eligible for consideration for any Scholarships through the Branch County Community Foundation. Make sure to include your name, the personal statement with the suggestions listed in sample copy, any activities in school and out in the community.​

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