Collier Community Foundation
Gather these items before you apply
List of awards/recognition received in the past 1-3 years
List of volunteer/ employment/ extracurricular activities in which you have participated in the last 1-3 years
Unofficial academic transcript
If you are a HS senior or a recent HS graduate you MUST upload a transcript that includes final fall semester grades from senior year.
If you are a current college student you MUST upload a transcript that includes final fall semester grades from current academic year.
If you earned your GED, please upload your certificate.
If you do not have GPA or transcript available, you will need to provide details on why you are not able to provide information
One letter of recommendation is required and must be from the current academic year written by professional or academic contact (please do not use family members or friends). The letter should include the following topics:
Applicant’s work ethic and dedication
Applicant’s potential in chosen career field
Applicant’s educational and/or career goals
Insightful and not too brief
Personalized letter that provides details unique to applicant
Most recent income information from one of the following options:
Page 1 & 2 of most recent 1040 tax form showing Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) (for 2027 application, use 2025 taxes)
CSS Profile for the 2027-2028 academic year showing Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
Applicants considered “dependent” for financial aid (FAFSA) purposes will need to submit parent(s)/guardian(s) tax return
Applications considered “independent” for financial aid (FAFSA) purposes will need to submit their own tax returns
If you need help determining your dependency status, please visit the Federal Student Aid website
Answers to the following essay topics:
Personal Essay
1. Personal Introduction
Provide a brief introduction about yourself that includes:
Where you are from The college, university, or technical school you hope to attend Intended field of study Future career goals and aspirations Family and personal background Extracurricular activities, interests, hobbies, or community involvement that are important to you2. Influential Experience or Individual
Describe a person, event, experience, or activity that has significantly shaped who you are today:
Why this person, event, or experience has been meaningful to you How this has influenced your personal growth, values, or outlook on life Lessons you learned and how you have applied them to your life3. Accomplishments and Recognition
Share any notable accomplishments, awards, honors, certifications, leadership roles, academic achievements, athletic achievements, community service recognition, or other distinctions you have received during the past one to three years.
4. Scholarship Impact
Explain how receiving this scholarship will help you achieve your educational, career, and personal goals and include:
Financial challenges or barriers you may face How the scholarship will support your academic journey The opportunities it will create for your future How it will help you move closer to achieving your dreams and long-term career objectivesAcademic/Career Goals Essay
Why do you want to go to college? What are your academic and career goals? Is there a specific institution you wish to attend? If so, why? Has something or someone significantly influenced your choice of study/career/major? Discuss any circumstances that have encouraged you to pursue your education.Community Impact Essay
How have you made a difference in your community? How will you make a difference in your community and beyond in the future? What does leadership mean to you? How will you be a leader in your community in the future?- Award
- Varies
- College/Department
- External Scholarships
- Deadline
- 02/02/2027