Laredo Area Community Foundation Opens Scholarship Cycle

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The Laredo Area Community Foundation has opened applications for 12 scholarships available to high school seniors and qualifying students through mid-April. The scholarships cover a range of criteria including financial need, academic performance, community service, and field of study.

Why it matters

The Laredo Area Community Foundation's scholarship program provides critical financial support to students in the region, helping them access higher education and achieve their academic and career goals. The diverse range of scholarships reflects the foundation's commitment to supporting the local community and investing in the next generation.

The details

The scholarships available include the Annabelle Uribe Hall and William N. (Billy) Hall, Jr. Scholarship, Hannah Mendelsohn Memorial Scholarship, Howard E. Ruhlman Scholarship, Junior Achievement Scholars Scholarship, Lance Corporal David Lee Espinosa Scholarship, Mary Roese Martin Memorial Scholarship, Stanley A. Keilson Memorial Scholarship, STEAM Scholars Scholarship, Stewart Kimball Martin Memorial Scholarship, Green Legacy Scholars, Franklin-Avigael Scholarship, and Ollie Lowry Memorial Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School Scholarship. Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements, and students must complete a separate application for each award they wish to be considered for.

• The scholarship application cycle is open through April 15, 2026.
• The Laredo Area Community Foundation has been supporting students through community philanthropy and donor-funded scholarship programs since 2005.

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