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Monica Combs Memorial Scholarship in USA

Posted July 20, 2026

About this opportunity

Opportunity Overview

The Blue Grass Community Foundation established the Monica Combs Memorial Scholarship to honor Monica "Moni" Combs' life and legacy. This scholarship supports graduating seniors from Woodford County High School who demonstrate kindness, leadership, and a commitment to serving their communities. The scholarship assists students planning to continue their education at an accredited college, university, or technical school in the United States. The Monica Combs Memorial Scholarship is a non-renewable award that recognizes students' compassion, leadership, and community service. It provides financial assistance for higher education expenses, supporting undergraduate or technical education. The scholarship is available for students pursuing any field of study at an accredited college, university, or technical school. It is open to domestic students in the United States, specifically graduating seniors from Woodford County High School.

Benefits

$5,000 non-renewable scholarship
Financial assistance for higher education expenses
Recognition for leadership, compassion, and community service
Support for undergraduate or technical education

Eligibility

Be a graduating senior at Woodford County High School
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or technical school
Demonstrate compassion, leadership, and a commitment to helping others
Show qualities such as selflessness, integrity, friendship, and willingness to challenge the status quo
Meet any additional scholarship requirements

Required Documents

Completed scholarship application
Academic transcripts
Proof of GPA
Personal statement or essays (if required)
Supporting documents requested by the scholarship committee
Any additional materials required during the application process

How to Apply

Complete the scholarship application during the application period.
Gather all required academic and supporting documents.
Submit the completed application before March 6, 2027.
Click the Apply button below to submit your application.

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