The Kiwanis Scholarship program offers financial aid opportunities and is accessible to Key Club and Circle K International Members.
Donors contribute funds to the Children’s Fund, an extension of Kiwanis, which in turn supports disaster relief efforts, club grants, and college scholarships.
Kiwanis Scholarship Eligibility:
Most Kiwanis scholarships target Key Club or Circle K International members, as these divisions respectively represent high school and college levels within Kiwanis.
Different awards possess distinct eligibility criteria, with membership being a common requirement for almost all scholarships.
However, it’s worth noting that non-members may also occasionally come across opportunities.
Kiwanis Scholarships for High School Seniors:
Cunat International Scholarship:
Initiated by former Kiwanis District Governor Brian Cunat and his wife, Miki. Available to graduating high school seniors in Key Club, awarding $2,500.
Harry S. Himmel Scholarship:
A $500 scholarship honoring Harry Himmel, who held significant roles in Kiwanis, including Children’s Fund president. Open to graduating seniors in good standing with Key Club.
Linda Canaday Memorial Scholarship:
Honoring Linda Canaday, Kiwanis’ First Lady for 2008-2009.
Awarding $2,500, applicants need a 3.0 GPA and at least two years’ Key Club membership.
Kiwanis Scholarship for College Students:
Cunat International Scholarship (College):
Separate from the high school Cunat scholarship, this $2,500 award targets college students in good standing with Circle K International.
Harry S. Himmel Scholarship (College):
Similar to the high school version, this $500 scholarship is for Circle K members in college.
John E. Mayfield Circle K Scholarship:
Established by Kiwanis member John Mayfield in 2015, offering $1,000. Requires college students in good standing with Circle K and a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Circle K International Past President’s Scholarship:
Exclusively designated for current CKI presidents, this scholarship has been in place since its inception in 1990.
The award is $1,000, with no minimum GPA requirement.
Scholarship Application Process:
- Specific Application Packets: Each Kiwanis scholarship features its own unique application packet.
- Access Links: Click the provided links from the list above. Alternatively, visit the Kiwanis website’s “Scholarship Opportunities” page.
- Select Scholarship PDF: Choose the PDF corresponding to the scholarship you’re interested in. This PDF will include a designated section for completion.
- Provide Information: Fill out the PDF as required. The PDF will detail the necessary documents to accompany your application.
- Required Documents Typically Include:
- High school or college transcript outlining the school’s grading system
- Two letters of recommendation from Kiwanis advisors, school officials, club peers, or community leaders
- A 200-word essay describing how your education will positively influence others’ lives
- The completed, signed, and dated PDF application form
- Submit Application:
- Mail the entire application packet to the address specified on the PDF form.
- Each scholarship application has its designated submission address.
- Timely Submission: Ensure completion well in advance to meet the March 15 deadline.
- Application Availability: Applications are accessible annually starting from December 1.