Our Scholarship & Application
Established in 1977, the Washtenaw 100’s Scholarship Program provides financial education assistance to children (natural and adopted) of active Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters throughout Washtenaw County. Funded through donations, fundraising events and committed giving, The Washtenaw 100 has awarded nearly $365,000 in scholarships.
ELIGIBILITY: Eligible applicants include: high school seniors pursuing a course of study beyond high school, current undergraduate student at an accredited college or university or a student enrolled in a Trade School for a specific occupation. Applicant must be child (natural or adopted) of an active Washtenaw County Law Enforcement Officer (MCOLES Certified) or Firefighter. Applicant must enroll in twelve credit hours. Previous recipients not eligible.
DEADLINE: July 31, 2023 (formerly June 15, 2023)
RE-APPLYING: Due to technical issues, many submissions prior to July 10th, 2023 were lost. If you applied prior to July 10th, please re-apply.
AWARDS: Typically, fifteen (15) $2,000 scholarships are awarded. The Scholarship Selection Committee selects the winners in June. The Committee evaluates the applicants’ demonstrated accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, volunteer activity, leadership and future goals. Recipients are recognized at the Washtenaw 100 Annual Dinner held in October.
PAYMENT OF FUNDS: Funds will be issued directly to the recipient. Funds may be used for tuition, books, fees and/or housing. Funds are issued in July/August pending successful return of required documentation.
APPLICATION AGREEMENTS
STUDENT AGREEMENT: By submitting this application I:
- (1) affirm that I have not received a previous scholarship award from Washtenaw 100;
- (2) understand that I am required to provide proof of enrollment prior to receiving the award, and
- (3) affirm that I will complete a full course load within one year of the award or will return the scholarship.
PARENT AGREEMENT: By submitting this application I:
- (1) affirm that applicant has not received a previous scholarship award from Washtenaw 100;
- (2) understand that applicant is required to provide proof of enrollment prior to receiving the award, and
- (3) affirm that if applicant does not complete a full course load within one year of the award I am responsible to see that the scholarship is returned.