Scholarship Opportunities

"A Better Future for You" Scholarship

The Better Future for You Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who have

successfully earned their high school diploma by their graduation date, meaning you must be confirmed

by the day you walk the stage and be in good academic standing—summer sessions are ineligible. This

scholarship recognizes that success is not one-size-fits-all and that every student’s journey—whether

smooth or challenging—deserves to be acknowledged and supported.


Click HERE for more information on how to apply! Please submit your application to mingrim@kapschool.org when it is completed.

KAPS Senior Scholarship Fund: 2025 - 2026


Guidelines & Application Process

Applicant Eligibility:

  1. Applicants must be a graduating Senior at Katherine Anne Porter School.
  2. Applicants must continue their education after graduation at a college (junior college or university), trade school, vocational institution, or any other form of higher learning. 
  3. Applicants must have met the minimum volunteer hours requirement of 20 hours/per year enrolled at KAPS along with at least one market day-parking (for a minimum of two hours or more) lot fundraising event.
  4. Any volunteering of more than a day for  market day -parking for a minimum of two hours or more will qualify for an additional bonus amount of $100 (subject to supporting documentation).
  5. Applicants should adhere to the application process expectations.


Application Process:

  1. All eligible applicants should submit an essay,  sharing their experience at KAPS before May 15 of the graduating year.
  2. Once applications are submitted, the Scholarship Award committee consisting of the student council and faculty members will review applications for eligibility and bonus awards.
  3. Once the application is submitted, applicants should submit proof of admission to any program of study beyond graduation. 


Overview

  • All eligible applicants who have submitted  the KAPS scholarships  application will qualify for the award.
  • Any volunteering/service above the minimum requirement (20 hours/per year) and volunteering of more than a day for market day -parking for a minimum of two hours or more will qualify for an additional bonus amount of $100 (again to be distributed among all eligible applicants-subject to supporting documentation).
  • Funds raised from  June to May of the corresponding year will be  distributed among all approved applicants-subject to a maximum amount of $1000 per applicant (including bonus awards for additional days market days- parking lot coverage)
  • This is not an academic scholarship based on GPA, KAPS Senior Scholarship is based on meeting eligibility criteria and submitting the application in time. 
  • Based on the number of eligible applicants,  funds in the scholarship fund for that year will be distributed among all applying seniors (subject to a max amount of $1000-inclusive of bonus awards)
  • Scholarship amount will be awarded directly to the institution based on proof submitted by the student within two years after graduation.
  • Funds not claimed after two years will be rolled over to the general school fund to support student activities.


Colin Wisdom Larkin Scholarship Fund


Colin was known by his peers and school staff as a kind, thoughtful, and humorous young man with a deep passion for learning and for helping others.


The Colin Wisdom Larkin scholarship supports deserving students, at the Katherine Anne Porter School, who reflect the values, spirit, and dedication that Colin embodied. The hope is that not only will this scholarship provide financial assistance but will serve as a lasting reminder of the positive impact Colin made on the school and community.

Application should be in the form of a two-page essay. 


  • Tell us about yourself: 

This is a broad prompt asking for a biographical sketch, focusing on experiences, family background, and aspirations that make you unique. 

  • Academic & Career Goals: 

Explain your chosen major, short-term and long-term professional goals, and why you need a college education to achieve them. 

  • Financial Need: 

Explaining why you need financial assistance and how the scholarship money will directly contribute to your education. 

  • Community Involvement/Extracurriculars: 

Describe your volunteer work, extracurricular activities, and any leadership roles you've held, highlighting what you learned. 

  • Challenges & Resilience: 

Share a time you faced a challenge (financial, personal, or medical) and overcame it, focusing on the strength and determination you showed. 

  • Connection to the Scholarship: 

Explain why you are a perfect fit for the scholarship by connecting your personal experiences, goals, or values to the organization's mission or focus. 


This scholarship provides a minimum of $500 and will be reviewed by a committee of friends and family of Colin Larkin.


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Marvin Joseph Scholarship Fund

New Applications Available in Jan. 2026

The Marvin Joseph Scholarship is giving away money for students interested in attending a four-year college or technical education (Trade School). All applicants must be Seniors and must have taken either the SAT or ACT to apply.

Learn more at https://www.kcmjsf.org/