The Kuskokwim Educational Foundation (KEF) offers several educational scholarships to Shareholders to provide the financial support needed to pursue their education and career goals, whether they’re attending a post-secondary institution or vocational training. In addition, the Foundation offers a non-traditional scholarship designed for Shareholders pursuing professional and personal development, as well as traditional and cultural learning. Potential recipients are TKC Shareholders who meet additional criteria approved by the Board of Directors.
Scholarships
KEF General Scholarship
The KEF General Scholarships is available for qualified Shareholder students enrolled full-time (12+ credits) or part-time (6-11 credits) in an accredited post-secondary or vocational training program. Must have 2.5 GPA or higher.Scholarship amounts may vary.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Glenn “Tiny” Fredericks Memorial Scholarship
The Glenn “Tiny” Fredericks Memorial Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for qualified Shareholder students enrolled at accredited post-secondary or vocational training institution, pursuing a degree in a business-related field. Must have 3.0 GPA or higher. Amount is $3000.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Leo Morgan Memorial Scholarship
The Leo Morgan Memorial Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for qualified Shareholder students and descendants enrolled at an accredited post-secondary or vocational training program pursuing a degree in leadership, education or another related field. Must have 3.5 GPA or higher. Amount is $3000.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Mary Morgan Wolf Scholarship
The Mary Morgan Wolf Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for qualified Shareholder students from the middle-Kuskokwim region enrolled in a two-year or four-year health-related program at an accredited post-secondary or vocational training program. Must have 3.0 GPA or higher. Amount is $3000.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Nick (Nixie) Mellick Jr. Scholarship
The Nick (Nixie) Mellick Jr. Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for qualified Shareholder students from the middle-Kuskokwim region pursuing a degree in a business-related field at an accredited post-secondary or vocational training institution. Must have 3.0 GPA or higher. Amount is $3000.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Palmetto Scholarship
The Palmetto Scholarship was created by a generous donation from Cheryl and Sam Boyle. It is
available to any Shareholder students enrolled in a four-year program at an accredited college, studying aerospace or a closely related field of study. Must have 3.0 GPA or higher. Amount is $3000.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Application Deadlines
July 15 | September 15 | December 15 | March 15
KEF scholarships are awarded based on availability of funds in the scholarship program. Students are encouraged to apply annually at the July 15th deadline to receive the full year award. Applications turned in during subsequent application periods may be funded at a lower amount, which will be determined by the number of applicants and available funds.
Students are encouraged to apply online, but paper applications are also available.
KEF Professional & Personal Development, and Cultural Learning Scholarship
The KEF professional and personal development, and cultural learning scholarship is available to non-degree seeking Shareholders looking to: increase employability through professional education and training opportunities; enhance personal life skills in and out of the workplace; or attend OR teach a course that shares traditional and cultural crafts, practices and knowledge. Applications are due two weeks prior to start date. Scholarship amounts may vary.
To download the application, click here.
About KEF
KEF was established to support TKC Shareholders, descendants and individuals with ties to the Kuskokwim region in 1981. The Kuskokwim region is defined as the villages of Lower Kalskag, Upper Kalskag, Aniak, Chuathbaluk, Napaimute, Crooked Creek, Georgetown, Red Devil, Sleetmute and Stony River. In 2017, the KEF Board of Directors narrowed the scope to only serve Shareholders, as TKC continues to grow the number of Shareholders by enrolling descendants. TKC Shareholders currently reside in-region, as well as throughout Alaska, the lower 48 and worldwide.
Help Fund our Future
The scholarships for our Shareholders are funded through a variety of individuals and organizations. TKC dedicates funds, as do many of the organizations identified under each scholarship. If you would also like to help fund the Shareholders that will lead the future of our region, feel free to click on the link below.
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