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Basking Ridge Today
By the People, for the People
Ridge High School Students Invited To Apply For 2026 BTDC Civic Scholarship Award
The $1,000 scholarship includes a local political internship opportunity for students fostering democratic values.
Mar. 16, 2026 at 5:19pm
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The Bernards Township Democratic Committee is currently accepting applications for the BTDC Civic Scholarship until May 1. The scholarship program aims to support students who demonstrate a commitment to civic engagement and democratic values. Ridge High School students entering their first year of college or their senior year of high school are eligible to apply for the $1,000 award, which also includes a multi-week summer internship working directly with an active local political campaign.
Why it matters
This scholarship program provides an opportunity for local high school students to get hands-on experience in the political process and support their educational goals, while also encouraging civic engagement and the fostering of democratic values within the community.
The details
The BTDC Civic Scholarship was established in 2019 to help local students with their educational costs. The chosen applicant will receive a $1,000 scholarship and must fulfill all internship responsibilities in person, providing their own mode of transportation. Applications are being accepted by the BTDC scholarship committee starting March 16, and all submitted information will be held in confidence.
- The BTDC is currently accepting applications for the 2026 scholarship until May 1.
- The recipient will complete their internship during the summer of 2026.
The players
Bernards Township Democratic Committee
The local political organization that established the BTDC Civic Scholarship program in 2019 to support students demonstrating a commitment to civic engagement and democratic values.
Ridge High School
The high school located in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, whose students are eligible to apply for the BTDC Civic Scholarship.
What’s next
The BTDC scholarship committee will review all applications and announce the recipient of the 2026 BTDC Civic Scholarship by the end of May.
The takeaway
This scholarship program provides a valuable opportunity for local high school students to gain real-world experience in the political process, while also encouraging civic engagement and the fostering of democratic values within the community.
