Mattie K Peterson Higher Education Scholarship
Mattie Peterson was a beloved wife and mother who sadly passed away, leaving a void in the community she was so fond of and involved in.
People like Mattie are the fabric of their communities, serving as mentors, friends, volunteers, and leaders in the effort to improve their neighborhoods and inspire others. While community service can take many different forms, a giving spirit is crucial in making a difference.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Mattie K Peterson by supporting students who are active members of their communities.
Any female undergraduate student who is a resident of New Jersey with at least a 3.5 GPA may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have community service experience or a history of being active in church. While any undergraduate student may apply, applicants going into their second year are preferred.
To apply, write a short essay in response to the prompt below.
Why is it important to you to serve your community?
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The application deadline is Aug 26, 2025. Winners will be announced on Sep 26, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Sep 26, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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