Dr. Eric W. Bond “Kickstart” Scholarship

Community Foundation Central Blue Ridge

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/1/2026

Closes: 3/3/2027

The Dr. Eric W. Bond "Kickstart" Scholarship supports graduating seniors from Augusta County public high schools in Virginia who are entering the workforce directly after high school. The scholarship supports students who demonstrate financial need, meaningful service to their communities, and active participation in extracurricular activities.

Award Amount Varies

Essay Required: No
Need-Based: Yes
Merit-Based: No
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Requirements

Resident of the U.S.

Attending Buffalo Gap High School in Swoope, Fort Defiance High School in Fort Defiance, Riverheads High School in Staunton, Stuarts Draft High School in Stuarts Draft, or Wilson Memorial High School in Fishersville, Virginia

High school senior

Seeking a professional certification

Participation in community service or extracurricular activities

Demonstrate financial need