Youth Forward Scholarship

Scholarship is open to current high school and college students. Applicant must submit an essay on a topic related to volunteerism.

Award: $1,500

Deadline: August 1, 2016

More info: http://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship/

East Villagers Service Scholar Contest

This contest is for young, service-minded scholars enrolled in middle through high school. To qualify for this contest, applicants must complete five hours of community service and fill out the Service Requirement Form as proof. To apply, applicants must submit an essay that explains why community service is important to them, or a piece of artwork (fine art, digital art, photography, or video) that captures and promotes the spirit of volunteerism and inspires others to get more involved in public service.

Award: $150-$500

Deadline: May 2, 2014

More info: http://www.servicescholar.com/