The Jose Montanez Memorial Scholarship, offered by , provides $1000 to support high school seniors from Pennsylvania or New York who were in the foster care system. The scholarship is intended for students pursuing undergraduate or trade school education. Applications are due by April 15, 2026.
Apr 15, 2026
deadline passed
$1000
Award amount
183
Scholarship applicants
3
Requirements
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Status
Open
Study levels
High school senior, Graduate student, Adult / non-traditional student
Field of study
Agriculture and Related Sciences, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Business Management and Marketing, Communication and Journalism, Education, English Language and Literature, Foreign Languages Literature and Linguistics, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences, History, Legal Professions and Law Studies, Mechanic and Repair Tech Technicians, Parks Recreation and Fitness Studies, Personal and Culinary Services, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Physical Sciences, Psychology, Public Administration and Social Service, Security and Protective Services, Social Sciences, Visual and Performing Arts
Number of awards
1
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
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To apply, submit an essay about your foster care experience and how you plan to impact your community. Deadline: April 15, 2026.
Amount: $1000
Number of awards: 1
Payout: Not stated on the listing
The Jose Montanez Memorial Scholarship supports high school seniors in PA and NY, especially those from the foster care system, with a $1000 award for undergraduate or trade school education.
Information last verified Apr 14, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.