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Francis Harris Gresham Scholarship Fund
Southwest Florida Community Foundation
Francis Harris Gresham Scholarship provides a $1,500 fund to use for the tuition in the college of a student who graduated from a public or private high school in Lee County. The amount aims to support the awardee's needs in achieving a college education.
Key Information
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1,500
- 1 award
- March 2025
- Scholarship Website
Eligibility Requirements
- Age/Grade Level:The scholarship is open to high school seniors.
- Financial Need:Not Required
- School:Applicant must be a graduate from a public or private high school in Lee County.
Application Details
- Transcript:Required
- Resume/Activity List:Not required
- Essay:Write about your goals and plans for the future as well as achievements, setbacks, and skills. The essay explains to the reviewer who you are. The essay is a very important part of your application, and you should use the full space available, equivalent to two typed pages. Be sure to read the scholarship description and address items in the scholarship description.Include the following in your essay: Goals and plans for your future. College/University you plan to attend. Goals and plans for your future. Planned field of study and why you chose this field. Work experience. Volunteer experience. Extracurricular activities. Describe your character and skills that demonstrate your abilities. Academic performance if this is a merit-based scholarship.
- Recommendation Letters:Obtain Letters of Recommendation on official letterhead with signatures.
- Other Materials:The applicants must submit their SAR report from the completion of your FAFSA and ACT and/or SAT Score report.
Contact Information
- Name: Melanie Holaway
- Phone: (239) 274-5900
- Email: [email protected]