SCHOLARSHIPS
Community Foundation of Carroll County Scholarships & Applications
The 2025-2026 Scholarship Season: Open November 15, 2025 to April 15, 2026.
The Community Foundation of Carroll County supports nearly 70 academic, sports, special circumstances, and 4-H scholarships. Search scholarships by name, or sort by application type. These scholarships fall into three application types (noted in the far right column):
Universal Portal Application: This application is closed for 2026 scholarships.
4-H Portal Application (Jan 15 – July 1, 2026)
Other Scholarships using individual applications
The Universal Portal application is an easy way for students to APPLY ONCE and see all the scholarship opportunities they are eligible for (application opens in January and closes mid-April each year). 4-H Club Participants – Use the 4-H/FFA Scholarship Portal application for scholarship opportunities just for you (opens in January and closes July 1 each year). You only apply once and complete the applications for the opportunities you want to pursue.
There are additional scholarship opportunities found in the “Other” category. These are scholarships hosted by the Community Foundation, but the application, review and award process is managed entirely by the scholarship holder. These have individual deadlines, criteria and applications. All scholarships are listed below with criteria, donation information, and access to the application.
| Scholarship Name | Scholarship Description | Learn More / Apply | Make a Donation | Scholarship Type | Field of Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney E Holcomb Memorial South Carroll Stagelighters Scholarship |
This fund is established in memory of Sydney Holcomb. Sydney was a member of the South Carroll Stagelighters from 2016-2019. Stegelighters was a group in which Sydney felt she belonged and was accepted. Stagelighters allowed her to share her love of dance. She greatly enjoyed the mentors and fellow thespians in this club. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Portal | South Carroll HS, Stagelighters, Performing Arts |
| International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 37 Scholarship |
This scholarship is to provide scholarships for continuing education, undergraduate or graduate study to current and retired members of IUOE, Local 37, their sposes, dependent children (as defined by IRS regulation) and grandchildren. If the applicant is a Union Member he or she must have at least one year of continuous Union Membership. If the applicant is a spouse, dependent child or grandchild, the Union Member must fulfill the eligibility requirements. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Other | IUOE Local 37 |
| WHS Class of 1930/ E. Rita Kolb Nursing Scholarship |
This scholarship was established in 1981 by the Westminster High School Class of 1930 to provide scholarships for graduating seniors of the Carroll County Career & Technology Center in the Nursing program. It is open to ALL students in the Nursing program. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Portal | Nursing, Carroll County Career & Technology Center, CCC&TC |
| Bee a Rae of Sunshine Foundation – MaKenzi Rae Cash Memorial Volleyball Scholarship |
To empower student-athletes who demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and a passion for uplifting others, celebrating MaKenzi Rae Cash’s spirit of perseverance, kindness, and her advocacy for anti-bullying both on and off the court. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Portal | Volleyball |
| Bee a Rae of Sunshine Foundation – MaKenzi Rae Cash Memorial Animal Compassion Scholarship |
To encourage students dedicated to animal welfare and compassionate advocacy, reflecting MaKenzi Rae Cash’s deep love for animals, her unwavering kindness, and her commitment to creating a world free from bullying for all living beings. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Portal | Animal Compassion/Service |
| Bee a Rae of Sunshine Foundation – MaKenzi Rae Cash Memorial Military Service & Leadership Scholarship |
To honor and support future military leaders who embody courage, respect, and kindness, carrying forward MaKenzi Rae Cash’s legacy of standing up for others, promoting a culture of kindness, and taking action against bullying in every community. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Portal | Military Service |
| Bernice Culver Memorial Scholarship Fund |
To honor the legacy of Bernice Culver and her philanthropic wishes by providing scholarships for Westminster High School graduates attending accredited nursing programs or pursuing a career in the arts. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Portal | Nursing, Fine/Visual Arts, Westminster High School |
| Coach Sue Hooper Memorial Scholarship |
To provide a college scholarship for a WHS graduating senior women athlete. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Other | Westminster HS; Woman Athlete |
| Bee a Rae of Sunshine Foundation – MaKenzi Rae Cash Memorial Nursing Scholarship |
To support future nurses who exemplify kindness, compassion, and a commitment to caring for others, honoring MaKenzi Rae Cash’s legacy of empathy and her dedication to standing up against bullying in our community. |
Learn More / Apply | Donate | Portal | Nursing |
| Scholarship Name | Scholarship Description | Learn More / Apply | Make a Donation | Scholarship Type | Field of Interest |