SCHOLARSHIPS
Available Scholarships
The 2025 Clough Fellows Scholarship is closed for applications and is under review by the committee.
The 2025 Western Colorado Community Foundation common application is closed for applications and is currently under review by the evaluation committees.
The 2025 Non-Traditional Scholarship and the Fresh Start Scholarship will open for applications in September, 2025.
Scholarships in Your County
Any County in Colorado
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Delta County
Kay Armstrong Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Delta County high schools who have been active in community service and have maintained a 3.0 GPA. One of the candidates chosen must be an aspiring teacher. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable.
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Edith May Cox Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from a Delta County high school who has significant musical talent. This $1,000 scholarship is renewable.
Dorothy Crousen Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from a Delta County high school who has a solid academic record, financial need, and has music/artistic talent. This is a $1,000 scholarship.
Weldon Crousen Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from a Delta County high school who has a solid academic record, financial need, and exemplifies good citizenship. This is a $1,000 scholarship.
Delta County High School General Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from a Delta County high school. This $1,000 scholarship is not available until further notice.
Didrickson-Niles Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from a Delta County high school. These $1,000 scholarships are non-renewable.
Nick and Linda Hattel Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Delta High School with a minimum GPA of 2.75, have financial need and demonstrate good character and work ethic. Recipients should have a realistic plan for their careers and be able to articulate why they want to pursue an advanced degree or acquire a vocational training certificate. Students must attend an accredited secular university, college, or vocational program in the state of Colorado. This scholarship will provide two students with $2,000 each year.
Leitzinger-Hallenbeck Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from North Fork High School, with a 3.0 GPA or better. This $500 scholarship is renewable.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Richard W. McGuire Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Delta County high schools with a preference given to graduates of Cedaredge High School. Students will plan to study a field of natural science (biology, chemistry, botany, physics, medicine, nutrition, health, etc.). These $2,000- $3,000 scholarships are renewable.
David Moore Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from Delta County high schools who have participated in vocal or instrumental music programs in their high school for at least three years, which must include their senior year. Up to four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. These scholarships are non-renewable.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
Prospace Interiors Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from a Delta County high school who intend to study in the medical field. This $5,000 scholarship is non-renewable.
Lena Sammons Reed Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors of North Fork High School, renewing recipients of this scholarship, and past Hotchkiss High School graduates applying for the first time, including non-traditional students and students working on advanced degrees. ALL applicants must have attended Crawford Elementary School for two complete years prior to June 1, 2014 and must be graduates of Hotchkiss High School. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. These scholarships are renewable.
Stanway Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating senior from North Fork High School. This $1,000 scholarship is non-renewable.
Stewart/Watson/Wheeler Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Delta County School District and Mancos School District with a B+ average (3.3 GPA). Those applying need to have a desire to better themselves, improve their knowledge, learn a trade or profession, and provide for themselves and/or family. Students applying need to plan for enrollment in a public institution. These $1,000 scholarships are non-renewable.
Kittie Udd Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from Cedaredge High School going in to the field of science, technology, engineering, or math. Student must maintain a GPA 3.0 or higher. One $1,000 scholarship will be renewable; one $1,000 scholarship will not.
Jeanette Wilkinson Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Delta High School. These $1,000 scholarships are non-renewable.
Willson Education Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Mesa or Delta County public high schools. Funds can be used at any not-for-profit two- or four-year college or university or vocational institution. Financial need is a consideration. The amount of the funding will vary depending on each recipient’s individual circumstance (usually between $1,000 to $3,000 per year). These scholarships are renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Eagle County
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Laura R. Genelin Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from the Eagle County public school system (Re-50 J) with a GPA of 3.5 or better, aspiring to become a teacher or study a field within the medical profession. In 2024, this scholarship will be in the amount of $3,000.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
Faye Shofner Tally Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Mesa or Eagle County high schools who are academically gifted, have a GPA of 3.5 or better, and need financial assistance to pursue their educational dreams. The amount of the scholarship will vary depending on each recipient’s individual circumstances. These scholarships are renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Garfield County
Jean M. Blue Scholarship
Awarded to a student with financial need, graduating from a Garfield County high school. Preference is given to graduates from alternative high schools. This $10,000 scholarship is paid over four years.
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Natural Soda Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Meeker, Rangely, or Rifle High School who plans to major in engineering, geology, physical sciences, or a similar field. This scholarship may allow the recipient to interview with Natural Soda for a paid summer internship at the company’s production facility near Rifle. This $5,000 scholarship is non-renewable.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Mesa County
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Fruita Rotary/Career Pathways Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors and former attendees of Fruita Monument High School who are not interested in attending a four-year institution. These students may have participated in a mentorship programs, apprenticeships, job shadowing, or CTE courses. They will be attending a vocational, technical, community, college or university for an associates, certificate or apprenticeship program.
Fruita Rotary/Marge Miller Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Fruita Monument High School who is involved in Interact, a Rotary-sponsored service club for young people ages 14-18. In 2024, In 2014, the scholarship amount distributed will be $3,000.
Fruita Rotary/Mike and Felicie Williams Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Fruita Monument High School who is strong academically, has an interest in science, teaching, or music and embodies the “love of life” that Mike and Felicie Williams were known for. In 2014, the scholarship amount distributed will be $3,000.
Anna Lee Janowitz Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Fruita Monument High School with a 3.0 GPA or better who is a runner, participating in cross-country or track, with a preference given to cross-country. This $2,000-$2,500 scholarship is non-renewable.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Mastin-Virgona Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Mesa County Valley School District 51 who has a GPA of 3.25 or above. The scholarship will be awarded to a student planning to pursue a degree full-time in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) at a two or four year accredited public or private institution. Two students will be selected each year and will be awarded $1,000 per year. This is a 4 year renewing scholarship. The student must maintain a GPA in good standing in a STEM program.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
Bill Patterson Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Mesa County Valley School District #51 who has a GPA 3.75 or above, has leadership potential (career potential and community service), and is planning to pursue a career interest related to science, engineering and/or the environment. The amount of the scholarship will vary depending upon the recipient’s individual circumstances and his/her college of choice. A local interview will be required. This scholarship is renewable.
Kathy Pippenger Scholarship
Awarded to students with financial need graduating from Mesa County high schools. Priority is given to students studying for a four-year engineering degree – mechanical, electrical, industrial, chemical, civil, or fire protection – or students with plans to become a registered nurse (R.N.) or a medical doctor (M.D.). This $2,000 scholarship is renewable.
Plateau Valley Community Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to graduating seniors from Plateau Valley School District (50) (Plateau Valley and Grand Mesa Academy) or students who have been home-schooled who reside in zip code 81624, 81643 or 81646 who wish to further their education at a vocational, technical, community college or university.
Faye Shofner Tally Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Mesa or Eagle County high schools who are academically gifted, have a GPA of 3.5 or better, and need financial assistance to pursue their educational dreams. The amount of the scholarship will vary depending on each recipient’s individual circumstances. These scholarships are renewable.
Waldeck Nursing Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating senior from Mesa County who will be a full-time freshman at Colorado Mesa University and who plans to enroll in the CMU baccalaureate nursing program. Financial need, community involvement, academic performance, and potential will be considered equally for this scholarship. This scholarship covers tuition and fees, room and board, and books and supplies after other grants and scholarships have been applied. This scholarship is renewable.
Willson Education Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Mesa or Delta County public high schools. Funds can be used at any not-for-profit two- or four-year college or university or vocational institution. Financial need is a consideration. The amount of the funding will vary depending on each recipient’s individual circumstance (usually between $1,000 to $3,000 per year). These scholarships are renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Montezuma County
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
Stewart/Watson/Wheeler Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Delta County School District and Mancos School District with a B+ average (3.3 GPA). Those applying need to have a desire to better themselves, improve their knowledge, learn a trade or profession, and provide for themselves and/or family. Students applying need to plan for enrollment in a public institution. These $1,000 scholarships are non-renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Montrose County
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Jason Manspeaker Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Montrose or Olathe High School who plans to complete his/her education in the field of nursing, criminal justice, or business management at Colorado Mesa University. This $1,000 scholarship is non-renewable.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
Eldon E. and Ruth N. Veirs Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Olathe High School who will attend a college, university, or vocational/technical school in Colorado. These $1,500–$2,000 scholarships are non-renewable.
Dave and Mary Wood Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Nucla, Ouray, Ridgway, and Silverton. Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, demonstrate an interest in music and/or the arts through their current activities, and have financial need. One scholarship will be awarded to each high school. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Ouray County
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
Dave and Mary Wood Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Nucla, Ouray, Ridgway, and Silverton. Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, demonstrate an interest in music and/or the arts through their current activities, and have financial need. One scholarship will be awarded to each high school. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Rio Blanco County
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Natural Soda Scholarship
Awarded to a student graduating from Meeker, Rangely, or Rifle High School who plans to major in engineering, geology, physical sciences, or a similar field. This scholarship may allow the recipient to interview with Natural Soda for a paid summer internship at the company’s production facility near Rifle. This $5,000 scholarship is non-renewable.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
San Juan County
Caddo Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors from the Western Slope with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. Must plan to attend Colorado School of Mines to be eligible. These are $5,000 scholarships.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to Colorado residents who are accepted into a fire technology program (Fire Science, public administration, or public safety). Scholarships are renewable for up to 5 years, providing that a 3.0 GPA is maintained as the student takes at least 3 credits per semester.
Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship
Awarded to a graduating high school senior from western Colorado with a 2.0 GPA or better who wishes to attend any community, vocational, traditional college or university that is not Colorado Mesa University. This scholarship is in the amount of $2,000 and is non-renewable.
Dave and Mary Wood Scholarship
Awarded to students graduating from Nucla, Ouray, Ridgway, and Silverton. Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, demonstrate an interest in music and/or the arts through their current activities, and have financial need. One scholarship will be awarded to each high school. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable.
J. Robert Young Scholarship
Awarded to graduating high school seniors residing in any Alpine Bank service areas. Students must have a 2.75 GPA or better and intend to major in business or a business-related degree. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a Colorado college or university. These $1,000 scholarships are renewable. Alpine Bank Locations: Boulder, Delta, Denver, Eagle, El Paso, Garfield, La Plata, Larimer, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Routt, San Miguel, and Summit county.
Non-Traditional Scholarships
Fresh Start Vocational Scholarship
Awarded to residents of Mesa County who wish to attend a community college, technical school, or a training course to prepare for a career that does not require a four-year college degree. Training programs may include for-profit training centers. Scholarships of up to $5,000 may be awarded and can cover the cost of training, tools, books, and other expenses, including room and board.
Fruita Rotary/Career Pathways Scholarship
Awarded to graduating seniors and former attendees of Fruita Monument High School who are not interested in attending a four-year institution. These students may have participated in mentorship programs, apprenticeships, job shadowing, or CTE courses. They will be attending a vocational, technical, community, college or university for an associates, certificate or apprenticeship program.
Maltese Cross Scholarship
Awarded to active members of a recognized fire department in one of the following counties: Mesa, Delta, Montrose, Ouray, Garfield, Rio Blanco, or Moffat. Available to applicants who are accepted into a fire technology program and working toward a certification, Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Fire Science, public administration, or other related course (not including criminal justice). Scholarships of up to $2,000 per year will be awarded based on financial need and will be available for up to five years, provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA and is enrolled in a fire technology program, taking at least 3 credits per semester.
