The John F. Puffer, Sr. Smile Scholarship offers $1000 to high school seniors in Massachusetts who exemplify the S.M.I.L.E. values: shine, motivate, inspire, lead, and excel. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher and submit an essay by June 8, 2026.
Jun 8, 2026
37 days left
$1.000
Award amount
145
Scholarship applicants
2
Requirements
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Status
Upcoming
Study levels
High school senior, Graduate student
Field of study
Business Management and Marketing, Communication and Journalism, Computer and Information Sciences, Construction Trades, Education, Foreign Languages Literature and Linguistics, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences, Liberal Arts General Studies, Multi Interdisciplinary Studies, Natural Resources and Conservation, Parks Recreation and Fitness Studies, Psychology, Transportation and Materials Moving, Visual and Performing Arts
Number of awards
1
Payout method
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Submit an essay (400-600 words) on educational excellence and community impact by June 8, 2026, to apply for the $1000 John F. Puffer, Sr. Smile Scholarship.
Amount: $1.000
Number of awards: 1
Payout: Not stated on the listing
The John F. Puffer, Sr. Smile Scholarship awards $1000 to Massachusetts high school seniors who exemplify S.M.I.L.E. values. Apply by June 8, 2026.
Information last verified Apr 26, 2026.
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