Explore Scholarship Opportunities

The Community Foundations administers scholarship funds established by individuals, families, corporations, and organizations to assist high school and other students in pursuit of educational opportunities which will help them meet and exceed their goals. These awards are charitable grants that the recipient is not required to repay. Scholarships may be used for legitimate educational expenses such as tuition, fees, and books.

Use the scholarship Search Feature to explore scholarships by county, high school, undergraduate or graduate school.

The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Scholarship Application gives Hudson Valley students access to more than 50 scholarships. Our common application has a built-in eligibility quiz which informs students which scholarships they are eligible for. Some scholarships require supplemental materials. Additional awards may require you to download, print, complete and submit your application to your guidance office or to the Foundations.

Each scholarship requires you to provide academic information such as your most recent transcript, a resume, an essay and at least two letters of recommendation from someone who is not related to you. Financial information (including summary page of your Student Aid Report which you receive after filing your FAFSA) may be optional.

Having trouble with your FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) and attachment for the Scholarship Application?

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Application Resources
The following scholarship resources will guide your scholarship process:

• • Scholarship Info & FAQ (pdf) –answers to the most common scholarship questions
  • Scholarship Application Guide (pdf) – Specific information on Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the application
  • Components of a Good Application (pdf) – tips for a strong application and other resources
  • Resume Building Form (Word) – tool to help students create their resume
  • Sample Resume (pdf) – an example of simple and clear formatting
  • What Is Award Displacement (pdf)
  • Why Does Award Displacement Occur (pdf)
  • Practical Tips For Dealing With Award Displacement (pdf)
  • Tips for Writing a Thank You Letter for Your Award (pdf).

Contact scholarships@communityfoundationshv.org or call 845-452-3077 with any questions about the scholarship process.

Additional resources for Local Scholarships:

Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation offers scholarships to students and returning adults in Berkshire, Columbia, northeast Dutchess and northwest Litchfield counties. For students and returning adults in Berkshire, Columbia, northeast Dutchess and northwest Litchfield counties: Apply for BTCF Scholarships

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan offers scholarships to students in Orange and Sullivan Counties: Apply for CFOS Scholarships

The Chamber Foundation’s scholarships are now available through a single general application process: Apply for Chamber Foundation Scholarships