Posted by Sean Brennan
The Rotary Club of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus is offering a $1000 scholarship for a graduating high school senior.
The award will be used to help defray expenses for tuition, books, fees, or lodging for a student continuing their education/training past high school. 
It can be applied toward expenses at a 4-year or 2-year college or to a trade school.
If you are or know a 2026 graduating senior that would be interested, please reach out to us! EMAIL
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Rotary Club of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus Offers High School Scholarship
Are you a high school senior graduating in the class of 2026?
The Rotary Club of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus invites you to apply for a $1000 scholarship to help defray expenses for tuition, books, fees, or dormitory (check will be made out to name in section A). Applications will be evaluated based on evidence of demonstrated community involvement, strong academic performance, and a well-rounded high school experience.
References from a teacher or guidance counselor and a community leader who can speak to your commitment to community service are required.
Full application is to be no more than three pages plus reference.
ALL INFORMATION MUST BE TYPED.
ALL SECTIONS (A, B, and C) OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION
MUST BE SUBMITTED AND RECEIVED BY April 1st, 2026
 
SECTION A. To be filled out by the applicant.
 
Student Name_________________________________________________Phone________________________
 
Address_____________________________________________City________________________Zip_______
 
High School Name______________________________________________Phone_______________________
 
Address_____________________________________________City________________________Zip_______
 
I. Record of Community Service
(May include community service hours required by your school, list up to 3):
 
  1. Organization Name __________________________________________________________________
Description of Organization ___________________________________________________________
 
Contact Name and Information _____________________ Phone Number _____________________
 
Dates of Service __________________________________ Total Hours ________________________
 
Description of Responsibilities:
  1. Organization Name __________________________________________________________________
Description of Organization ___________________________________________________________
 
Contact Name and Information _____________________ Phone Number _____________________
 
Dates of Service __________________________________ Total Hours ________________________
 
Description of Responsibilities:
  1. Organization Name __________________________________________________________________
Description of Organization ___________________________________________________________
 
Contact Name and Information _____________________ Phone Number _____________________
 
Dates of Service __________________________________ Total Hours ________________________
 
Description of Responsibilities:
 
II. Extracurricular Involvement
Activity                                                        Year(s)  Participated                            Honors
 
 
 
III. Background
Are you currently employed? _______Yes _______No      If yes, how many hours per week? ___________

If yes, please describe (tutoring, baby-sitting, retail, etc.)

SECTION B. To be filled out by the applicant.
 
In a narrative form, using a maximum of 250 words (1 page), provide the following information:  What does service mean to you? How is this shown through your community service within your school or community? How will this scholarship benefit you? Please include any other relevant information you would like to share.
 
 
I am submitting information that is known as correct and accurate.
 
Applicant’s Signature______________________________________________________________________
 
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SECTION C. To be filled out by high school guidance counselor, teacher, or community leader familiar with the leadership qualities of the applicant within the last two years.
 
Applicant’s Name__________________________________________________________________________
 
  1. How long have you known the applicant? ______________________
 
  1. In what capacity do you know the applicant?
 
  1. How would you assess the applicant’s character? Please circle one of the following:
 
Poor                          Fair                     Average                          Above Average                   Outstanding
 
  1. Why do you recommend this applicant for this scholarship? Applications will be evaluated based on evidence of demonstrated community involvement, strong academic performance, and a well-rounded high school experience.
 
Name of Reference _________________________________Work Phone_____________________________
 
Signature__________________________________________Title___________________________________