Schuylkill Area Community Foundation is EXCITED!! to share that ALL of our scholarship and graduation award applications are ONLY available at the online portal: GoApply. 

The scholarship and graduation award applications will OPEN on December 15, 2024.  ALL SACF applications must be submitted by 10:00 pm on March 1, 2025.

Students may create their account by creating a login and password at https://goapply2.akoyago.com/schuylkill/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fschuylkill

When the applications open on December 15, the student (or person logging in) will see a list of available applications on the Opportunities tab (this is blank right now). 

Please encourage your students to view the available scholarships and awards by visiting our website : https://www.sacfoundation.com/students.htm

www.sacfoundation.com

Keystone Boy State Program -posted 11/15

Pennsylvania American Legion Keystone Boys State is a unique week-long summertime educational program that does not emphasize classroom lectures and textbook learning. Instead, it focuses on participation and personal experience in a model state, complete with governing bodies and elected public officials. It is designed to mirror the structure and operation of its respective state government.
The American Legion believes there is no better way to assure the survival of our republic than to train our young people in the ideals and objectives of American Government. Boys State is designed to supplement the information taught in high school civics classes. It is an activity born out of a need for youth training in practical citizenship, leadership and to instill a working knowledge of the structure and operation of government.

CLICK HERE for more information and when you can apply!

• Information for Parents: Provides parents answers to all of your questions!
• Overview Guide: Provides families with an in-depth explanation of program components, benefits of participation & sample test items.

PHEAA & ECYEH Webinars -posted 9/20

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) and Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness
(ECYEH) are collaborating on a webinar series regarding Pennsylvania students experiencing homelessness. Join Tiffanie DeVan from PHEAA and Elizabeth Fortuner with ECYEH as they unpack the meaning of “homelessness” and provide resources that will help students navigate life beyond high school.

CLICK HERE to view flyer & to register!

College Search Step-by-Step

You Can Find Colleges That Are Right For You!

Although there's no magic formula for choosing a college, you can start by asking yourself some questions that help most students find the right fit.
Use the Collegeboard guide to:

It's your journey. We're just here to help you get started. CLICK HERE!

State Police Youth Week Program -posted 11/15

Elmer Hafer - American Legion - State Police - National Guard Youth Camp is sponsored by The American Legion Department of Pennsylvania and The Pennsylvania State Police.

The Youth Camp is a six-day program (June 8-14) for students ages 15-17 interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement or the milita1y. Activities and demonstrations include police scenarios, physical fitness training, drill and ceremony, forensics, traffic and criminal law, water survival, marksmanship, and teambuilding.

Students should be physically fit, in good health, and have a good academic record. This is not a recreational camp. Cadets must be Pennsylvania residents between the ages of 15 and 17 before entering the camp on June 8. 

A fee of $225 includes meals and lodging. The fee is paid by a sponsoring post, unit, or other civic group and is nonrefundable. Price is subject to change. Transportation is the responsibility of the sponsoring group or cadet's parents. 

CLICK HERE to view flyer. The application will be available after November.

Deadline: Submitting application to the sponsoring post May 15, 2025

Attention Seniors!

A representative will be visiting from the Schuylkill Area Community Foundation to help Seniors who plan to attend some type of school after high school on Wednesday, January 22nd at 9:230am!

In this session, you will be walked through the GoApply online application: helping to create user profiles, see which SACF scholarships you are eligible for, and answer questions.

Stop in the Counseling Office to sign up!