Mr. Carpenter's School Counseling Website

2012 Application

For deserving high school seniors who are HEA members, children of Hea members or grandchildren or legally adopted grandchildren of HEA members.

Scholarships	Deadline	Amount	Notes
100th Infantry Battalion Legacy Scholarship	Mar. 5, 2012	$3,000 and $1,000	The purpose of this scholarship is to perpetuate the 100th Infantry Battalion military accomplishments and their motto of "Continuing Service." Although academic, extracurricular activities and leadership are highly regarded, we would like this scholarship to go to students whose actions, beliefs, commitment to community service and to perpetuating universal values like duty, honor, integrity, loyalty, personal courage, respect, and self-less service are stellar. In addition, we are looking for students, who in the future will engage in perpetuating the legacy of the 100th Infantry Battalion so that others will value freedom, loyalty, and patriotism.
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship (Online app only)	Jun. 15, 2012	$1,000	Must be a junior or senior who plans on attending a post-secondary educational institute and has the ambition to succeed.
AES Engineers Scholarship (Online app)	Oct. 5, 2012	$500	AES Engineering is pleased to be able to continue offering scholarships to motivated students to help in the furthering of their education. Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by the essays that are submitted.
AFCEA Hawaii Merit Scholarship (The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association)	Apr. 30, 2012	$2,000-$3,000	Applicant must be graduating from a public (includes home schooling) or private high school in Hawaii. Applicant must indicate an intention to major in a discipline that supports AFCEA Hawaii Fields of interest (communications, IT, Intelligence, and global security). Before any scholarship checks are mailed, awardees must be accepted into an accredited 4-year college/university anywhere in the U.S.
AFROTC High School Scholarship Program (Online app only)	Dec. 1, 2011		See website.
AFSCME Family Scholarship (online app only)	Dec. 31, 2011	$2,000	To be eligible you must be a graduating high school senior, be a daughter or son or financially dependent grandchild of an active or retired, full dues-paying AFSCME member, be an applicant to an accredited college or university and subsequently accepted as a full-time student in a four year degree program.
Alu Like-Hana Lima Scholarship	Feb. 15, 2012	$1,500	This scholarship is available to students in vocational education program that leads to a specific segment of employment. Applicant must be of Native Hawaiian ancestry, be a resident of the state of Hawaii, be enrolled in a vocational degree or certification program (AS or AAS-Associate's Degree) for the Summer 2010 term in a specific educational institution (please see application for this information).
American Society of Military Comptrollers Aloha Chapter Scholarship Program 2012 Information Application	Mar. 15, 2012	$1,000-$3,000	Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the final half of his/her school year, or a high school graduate within 6 months of the app deadline. Applicant must be entering a field of study directly related to financial/resource management (such as business admin, economics, public administration, accounting, finance).
Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) (Online app only)	Jan.13, 2012		Must be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census, be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States, be enrolling in a U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of 2012, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or have earned a GED, must apply for FAFSA by Feb. 1, submit one letter of recommendation.
Associated Chinese University Women, Inc. Plus 2012 Special Scholarships Nancy Wong Yee Chew Yee Janet Lam Applications	Apr. 1, 2012 April 1, 2012 April 1, 2012	$2,000 $1000 $600	ACUW will be awarding up to four regular scholarships of $2,000 each. Awards shall be made on the basis of scholastic achievement, financial need, character, extra-curricular activities, and school and/or community service. Open to full-time undergraduate students of accredited American universities and four-year colleges. Applicants must be of Chinese or part-Chinese ancestry, be of U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and State of Hawaii residents, have a minimum GPA of 3.8.
AXA Achievement Scholarship	Feb. 1, 2012	$25,000 $10,000 $2,000	Must be a senior who plans on attending an accredited 2 or 4 year college or university and can demonstrate an outstanding achievement(s) in a school, community or workplace activity.
Ayn Rand: Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest	Sept. 17, 2012	$10,000-$50	For 12th graders and college students. Essays will be judged on both style and content. Judges will look for writing that is clear, articulate and logically organized. Winning essays must demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic meaning of Atlas.
Ayn Rand: Anthem Essay Scholarship	Mar. 20, 2012	$2,000-$30	No application is required. Contest is open to students worldwide. Entrant must be in the 8th, 9th or 10th grade. Essay must be between 600-1,200 words.
Ayn Rand: The Fountainhead Essay Scholarship	Apr. 26, 2012	$10,000 to $50	For 11th and 12th graders. Essay will be judged on both style and content. Judges will look for writing that is clear, articulate and logically organized. Winning essays must demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic meaning of The Fountainhead.
B. Davis Scholarship (online app only)	May 28, 2012	$1,000	Please see website for information.
Barney S. Fujimoto Memorial Scholarship	Apr. 1, 2012	$1,000	Scholarships provided each year by HPM Building Supply to a number of Big Island Seniors who plan to attend an institution within the University of Hawaii System.
Bert Mamoru Watanabe Memorial and Urbdoc Academy Scholarship	Mar. 31, 2012	$1,000	Applicants must be a junior or senior in good standing at Hilo High Scholl in the current year. Please come to Mr. Carpenter's class for more info.
Best Buy @15 Scholarship (Online application only) http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/scholarship.htm	Feb.15, 2012	$1,000	Must have solid grades, involved in volunteer efforts in schools and communities, and/or have a work history. Students must be planning to attend a college, university or technical school in the fall immediately following their high school graduation. 9-12th grade students from private, public, alternative or home schools are eligible to apply.
Bezos Scholars Program at the Aspen Institute	Feb. 3, 2012		Applicant must be a legal U.S. citizen or permanent resident, a public high school junior, GPA of 3.5 or higher, taking AP or International BA classes, demonstrates leadership in schools and community and have scored exceptionally well on PSAT/SAT or ACT. Please see website for more information on program.
Big Island Federal Credit Union Scholarship	Feb. 28, 2012	$2,500 to $1,000	Must be a member in good standing of the Big Island Federal Credit Union. Applicants include students who will be or are attending either a two-year or four-year post-secondary institution of higher learning.
Big Island Press Club	Jun. 7, 2011	$500-$1,500	Applicants must: have residential ties to Hawaii Island; Express a clear interest in and aptitude for a career in journalism or a related field; Be pursuing a degree in journalism or related field at an accredited institution of higher learning; maintain a strong record of academic achievement.
Big Island Retired Military Association (BIRMA) Mark Allen Traxler Memorial Scholarship Application	Mar. 31, 2012	$1000	For a high school senior who is a child/grandchild of an active duty, reserve, National Guard or retired military member. This includes the U.S. Coast Guard. Students who have completed two years in a JROTC or Civil Air Patrol program are also eligible regardless of their parents' military service status. Minimum GPA 3.0
Big Sun Scholarship (Online application only)	Jun. 23, 2011	$500	Must be a senior student-athlete who plans on attending a post-secondary educational institute. Not limited to any particular sport. Send a short essay answering the following question: What are your most important extracurricular or community activities? What have you done to contribute to them? Send essay to athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program (online app only)	Feb. 29, 2012	Varies	Program encourages applicants to apply who: will be enrolling for full-time study as first-time freshmen at a 4-year college or university; plan to major in one of the following fields: science, technology, engineering, math, business adm, finance, marketing, or design; interested in a career in the automotive or related industries.
Burger King Scholars	Jan. 10, 2012	$1,000	Available to all eligible high school seniors, must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, Work part-time a minimum of 10 hours per week or 40 weeks per year, must be actively involved in community service activities, demonstrate financial need, plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school by Fall of the application year.
Captain David Lyman Scholarship for Hawaii Residents	Jan. 15, 2012	$3,000	Must be a resident of the state of Hawaii; be an applicant to any of the California Maritime Academy's program licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard; apply for admission; be a student who meets the academic criteria for the Western Undergraduate Exchange scholarship, and meet the California State University admission requirements for Hawaii first-time freshmen or Hawaii transfer students.
CATRALA - Hawai'i Scholarship	Apr. 29, 2011	$2,000 a year for four years	Program provides scholarships for high school seniors in the state of Hawai'i who will be pursuing higher education in the travel industry management or other business-related course of study at any accredited four year college or university. Based on financial need, academic standing (Min. GPA 2.5) and community service.
Chaminade University-Native Hawaiian Scholarships (Online app only)		-	Please see website
Charles R. Kendall Scholarship & Education Fund (Online app only)	Jan. 17, 2012		Awards are available to members and their dependents who are attending or plan to attend a college or university on a full-time basis. Member must be in good standing with HGEA for at least one year. Must demonstrate financial need.
Chew Yee Janet Lam Scholarship	Apr. 22, 2011	$500	Awards made on the basis of scholastic achievement, financial need, character, extra-curricular activities, and school and/or community service. Required major field of study in education.
Christian Connector, Inc. (Online app only)	Rolling year-round	$2,500	Scholarship recipient must have plans to enroll for the first time as a full-time student at a Christ-centered Christian college or Bible college within 16 months of being notified by the Christian Connector, Inc. that he/she has won the drawing.
2011 Citizenship Award Scholarship	Feb. 15, 2011	$1,000	Applicants must be enrolled as a senior in one of Hawaii's public schools.
Coca-Cola Scholars (Application online only)	Oct. 31, 2011		Must be a current high school senior attending school in the U.S.; anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application; planning on pursuing a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution; Min. GPA 3.0 at end of junior year of high school
College Prowler "No Essay" Scholarship	Mar. 31, 2011		Applicant must be a U.S. high school student.
CSO Opportunity Scholarship 2011 (online app only)	May 27, 2011	$2,000	Applicant must be: a current high school or home schooled senior attending school in the United States; Neither parent has earned a four-year college degree, must be attending a CSO partner college or university (see website for list); seek financial aid and scholarship support for college; involved in extracurricular and leadership programs in school or in the community.
David S. Ishii Foundation 2012 Application	Apr. 30, 2012	$4,000	For high school seniors (one boy and one girl) who are currently on their school's golf team and who are planning to attend college in the fall of 2011.
Dell Scholars Program (Online application only)	Jan. 15, 2011		Must be participating in a Michael and Susan Dell Foundation for a minimum of two years, graduating from an accredited high school this academic year, minimum GPA 2.4, demonstrate need for financial assistance, planning to enter a bachelor's degree program at an accredited higher education institution in the fall directly after your graduation from high school.
Discover Scholarship Program (Online app only)	Jan. 31, 2011	$25,000	Must be a junior, have a GPA of 2.7 or better, demonstrate accomplishments in community service and leadership and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.
Dorrance Scholarship Programs (Online app only)	Feb. 22, 2012	$8,000	Must be a senior who will graduate from an accredited Big Island high school; first generation to attend college (neither parent holds a four-year degree); admitted to UH Hilo; minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; submission of SAT or ACT scores; demonstrate financial need.
Dr. James L. Brewbaker Scholarship	Apr. 30, 2010	First Place $1,500 Second Place $1,000 Third Place $500	Scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors based on the best essay response about the benefits of agriculture biotechnology in Hawaii.
Dr. Suess's College Scholarship Program	Jan. 15, 2011	$5,000	Recognizes high school seniors who understand and value the limitless possibilities that education can offer with a scholarship award. Applicants must be 12th grade high school students graduating in the spring of 2010, age 21 or under.
East Hawaii Hiroshima Kenjin Kai	Apr. 10, 2010	$1,000	Applicant must be a senior in any East Hawaii public high school, be of good moral character with above average record in scholastic standing, be a child or grandchild of an East Hawaii Hiroshima Kenjin Kai member in good standing.
Eddie Aikau Foundation	Mar. 31, 2011	$1,000-$3,000	Program seeks to recognize outstanding young people, active in the community who are making positive, significant differences-often against great odds-to promote Hawaiian values that are such an important part of the legacy of Eddie Aikau. Applicant must demonstrate financial need, be a resident of Hawaii, be a graduating high school senior, plan to attend a college, university, technical institute, professional training program, etc., minimum gpa 2.5
Edwin M. Kuniyuki Memorial Scholarship	Feb. 24, 2012	$1,000	Must be a senior who is a member of the Hawai'i Schools Federal Credit Union, graduate from high school in 2012. be planning to or be attending a college or university in the U.S. and have a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Elks National Foundation - Most Valuable Student Scholarships	Dec. 2, 2011	four-year awards ranging from $4,000 to $60,000	Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States. Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks and will be judged on scholarship, leadership and financial need.
Faiaso Soliai Hannemann Leadership Awards	May 6, 2011	$500	Applicant must be in a senior class standing; be of Samoan ancestry; GPA 2.5 or higher; participation in student government, preferably in leadership positions, and participation in on-campus activities or community service; selection for honors and awards.
Farm Credit Services of Hawai'i, ACA	Apr. 30, 2012	Two $1,500 scholarships	Candidates must have graduated or will be graduating from High School in the year of application, must have the intent to further their education in an agricultural related field, and write a short essay on "What future does Tropical Agriculture have for the young." Please see scholarship application for further requirements.
Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawai'i 2012 Application	Mar. 15, 2012* *Received Date	Will be awarding 1 award of at least $4,000 and 4 awards of at least $3,000 each.	Must be a Hawaii resident, a high school senior, have a GPA of 3.5 or better and be accepted to a 4 year college/university.
Filipino Women's League Community Scholarship	Mar. 03, 2012	$1,000	Applicant must be of Filipino ancestry; be a current Hawaii high school student with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better; provide documentation of acceptance from an institution of higher learning in the state of Hawaii; and enroll as a full-time student at said institution.
Foodland's Shop for Higher Education	Shop between Feb. 10-Mar. 23, 2010	Awarding one hundred $2,000 college scholarships	Beginning Feb. 10th, show your Maika'i Card to any Foodland, Sack N Save or Foodland Farms cashier and give them our school code (code no. 7525, Hilo High School). For every dollar you spend with your Maika'i Card (Feb. 10-Mar. 23), you'll earn one Maika'i Point for yourself plus another Maika'i Point for our school. Purchase products marked with Double, Triple or Quintuple Points shelf signs and you'll earn bonus points for our school. The more people we have earning Maika'i Points for us, the more scholarships our school can receive.
Fred and Annie Chan Tuition Scholarship Application	Feb. 15, 2012	$2,000 for Tuition	Objective is to support incoming students who are interested in pursuing a research career in the field of information and computer science. Minimum GPA of 3.0.
Friends of the Pana'ewa Zoo & Gardens-Gordon Granger/Sally Rogers Memorial Scholarship	May 2, 2011	$1,000-$2,000	Student must be a graduating senior from a public or private school on the Island of Hawaii. Applicants should have plans to attend college and to major in one of the life sciences, with intent to pursue a career focused on improving the well-being of wild animals in some significant way.
Fukunaga Scholarship Foundation	Mar. 1, 2012	$16,000 over 4 years	Scholarship is offered to qualified students from Hawaii who wish to pursue studies in preparation for a business career at an accredited four-year college. The scholarships will be offered only to students who major in Business. Applicants must be students who are graduates of public schools in Hawaii and who will be earning the BOE recognition diploma with Honors (3.0 GPA or better) or, if graduating before 2013, be on track to have received it.
Gates Millennium Scholarship (Online app only)	Jan 11, 2012		Students are eligible to be considered for a GMS scholarship if he/she: are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asia and Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American, have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, will be enrolling for the first time at a U.S. accredited college or university as a full-time, degree seeking student, first year student in the fall of 2010; or GED, have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities, meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria, and have all three forms submitted by the deadline.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program	Feb. 17, 2012	$10,000 Renewable	The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program annually awards roughly 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships - up to $40,000 total per recipient.
Gustav Hannemann Leadership Award	May 6, 2011	$500	Applicant must be in senior class standing; be of Samoan ancestry; have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; participation in student government, preferably in leadership positions, and participation in on-campus activities or community service; and selection for honors and awards.
Harriet Bouslog Labor Scholarship	May 1, 2011	$750-$2000	Scholarship is available to ten high school seniors each year who will attend the University of Hawaii, including community college, and are children or grandchildren of active or retired members of the ILWU Local 142.
Hawai'i Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (HAHPERD) 2012 Application	Feb. 18, 2012	$750	College bound students interested in the field of teaching Health, Physical Education, Dance or Recreational Leadership. Minimum 3.0 GPA , must have been enrolled in any recognized high school program in Hawai'i for a minimum of two years, must be accepted as an undergraduate in college or university with health, physical education, recreation and/or dance program(s) and carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Hawaii Association for Career and Technical Education (HACTE)	Mar. 1, 2011	$750	Eligibility-Any career and technical education student who meets all of the following qualifications: 1. Resident of Hawaii according to UH standards 2. Student who is registered as a full-time student in an Associate of Science or Associate in Applied Science degree or Certificate of Achievement program in a career and technical education major at any one of the University of Hawaii community colleges or other accredited post-secondary two year institutions.
Hawai'i Association of Broadcasters, Inc.	Apr. 30, 2009		Must be a senior, have a GPA of 2.75 or higher, and have stated their intention to work in the broadcast industry in Hawai'i upon completion of school.
Hawai'i Association of Public Accountants 2012 Application (2 Year) 2012 Application (4 Year)	Mar. 30, 2012	$750 for two-year degree candidate, $1,000 for four-year degree candidate	These scholarships are open to qualified Big Island high school seniors and graduates of Big Island high schools. Candidates must be pursuing a career in accounting and plan to enroll full-time at an accredited college or university throughout the 2010-2011 academic year in order to be eligible.
Hawaii Civic Club of Honolulu	May 15, 2010	Varies	Applicant must be of Hawaiian descent, a resident of Hawai'i, a full-time student in an accredited two or four-year college and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union	Apr. 9, 2011	$2,500	Open to any high school senior attending a high school on the Island of Hawaii. The applicant must plan to attend a post secondary college or four-year college during the next school year.
Hawaii County Ronald Reagan Scholarship Fund	Apr. 1, 2012		Must be a senior in one of the eleven public high schools in Hawaii County. Applicant must write an essay of at least $1,000 words in length on subject matter. The topic is the Bill of Rights: "Which article of the Bill of Rights do you personally think is the most important in the year 2012 and why do you think it is more important than any other Nine Articles? Fully explain your reasoning."
Hawai'i Education Association 2012 Application	Apr. 2, 2012	Two $2000 scholarships
Hawai'i Emergency Physicians Associated (HEPA) Inc. Scholarship	Mar. 31, 2011	$1,000	Must show compelling financial need. The most important considerations in the selection process are extreme financial and familial hardships. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior.
Hawai'i Island Landscape Association	Apr. 30, 2011	$500	Student must be enrolled in their senior year at any high school on the Island of Hawai'i or currently enrolled or planning to enroll in any college, university, or institution of higher learning in a program in horticulture, landscaping or agriculture (Green Industry). Must also be able to demonstrate financial need.
Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce (online app only)			Applicant must be of Portuguese or part Portuguese ancestry; or be a member of the Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce or be sponsored by a member; and be a current or former resident of the Island of Hawaii; and be enrolled or accepted for enrollment at an accredited college or university.
Hawai'i Island United Hongwanji Buddhist Women's Association Scholarship 2012 Application	Apr. 16, 2012	2 scholarships of $750	Must be a high school senior who is actively involved in Dharma School, Jr. YBA, and other Hongwanji related organizations of the Honpa Hongwanji on the Island of Hawai'i. Student must be of good moral character with above average record of scholastic
Hawaii Land Surveyors Association Student Scholarship Award 2012 Application	June 15, 2012	$3,000	Must be a Hawai'i resident, a senior in high school within the State of Hawai'i and have a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Hawai'i Rotary Youth Foundation	Jan. 31, 2012	$5,000	Must be a graduating Hawaii high school senior applying as a full-time student to an accredited 4-year college or university in Hawaii and the U.S. mainland to earn a baccalaureate degree; must be a U.S. citizen and legal resident of Hawaii; Ineligible are Rotarians or their spouse, children, grandchildren, stepchildren, brothers or sisters.
Hawaii State AFL-CIO 2011 Scholarships	Apr. 25, 2011	$500-$1500	Scholarship is open to any senior graduating from a high school in the state of Hawaii who plans to pursue a post-high school study on a full-time basis at a university, college, community college, vocational or trade school. Having a family member in a union is not required
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union 2012 Application	Mar. 30, 2011	$2,000	Be a current member of Hawaii State Federal Credit Union or the dependent of a current Hawaii State Federal Credit Union member. To qualify as a dependent, you must be listed as a dependent on a parent or legal guardian's taxes, have applied to, been accepted to, or be currently enrolled in a post-high school educational program on a part-or full-time basis.
Hawaii State NSDAR Scholarships	Range from Feb. 1 to Apr. 15, 2012	varies	Approximately 20 different scholarships for varying student attributes. Check their site.
Heald College 2012 High School Scholarship Program	varies		Scholarship events will be held monthly during the 2011-2012 academic year, beginning in November 2011 and ending in May 2012. During each event, participants will compete for scholarships valued between $1,200 and $2,100.
HFS Federal Credit Union Scholarship Application	Mar. 16, 2012	$3,000	Must be a current HFS Federal Credit Union member, Big Island High School Senior with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, will attend an accredited 2 or 4 year vocational-technical school, college or university in 2012-2013 full time (12+ credits) and demonstrate financial need.
Hickam Officer's Spouse's Club Scholarship	Mar. 1, 2011	Varies	All applicants must be the dependents of one of the following: Active duty Air Force members permanently stationed in Hawaii or members who have PCS'd from Hawaii within 2009-2010 school year, Active duty Air Force members on a remote assignment from Hawaii, Retired Air Force members residing in Hawaii, Full-time Hawaii Air National Guard and Air Reserve members residing in Hawaii, Deceased Air Force members residing in Hawaii. Applicants must be a senior graduating from a Hawaii high school.
Hickam African-American Heritage Association (AAHA) 2010 Chief Doris Brewster Scholarship	Feb. 19, 2010	varies	Students must meet the minimum requirements to graduate from a high school in Hawaii. Our target group is high school seniors who are dependents of active duty or retired military personnel.
High School Pulama I Ke Ola 2010	Apr. 15, 2010	$100 for first place $50 for second place $25 for third place	Contestants must be Big Island high school students and do not have to be conference attendees.
Hilo Buddhist Friendship Society Scholarship Online app only	Apr. 11, 2011	$1,000	Applicant must be a senior who is a member in good standing or whose parent/guardian is a member in good standing with the Honpa Hongwanji on the Big Island. Must also be of good moral character with above average scholastic standing and has participated in church related activities.
Hilo High School Alumni Scholarship Description Application	April 11, 2011	2 x $750	The Hilo High School Alumni Association will be awarding two $750 scholarships to current graduating seniors. Preference will be given to applicants enrolling at the University of Hawaii at Hilo or Hawaii Community College. Demonstrates leadership ability through participation in school and community activities, has a minimum cumulative gpa of 2.5, and can demonstrate financial need.
Hilo High School Class of 1960 Scholarship	April 1, 2011	$500	HHS Class of 1960 awarding scholarships to three deserving Hilo High School seniors who plan to attend Hawaii Community College in the Fall of 2011. One scholarship will be awarded in each of the following fields of study: culinary arts, public and human services, industrial and engineering technology. Criteria: Minimum GPA 2.5, Non-academic activities, Career goals and Educational Plans and Financial Need.
Hilo High School PTSA Senior Scholarship	May 13, 2011		Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, demonstrate the attributes of good citizenship and service in school or to the community, be accepted for admission to a program of post high school education at an accredited college, university, vocational or technical college, student or parent must be a member of Hilo High School PTSA.
Hilo Jaycees Scholarship	May 31, 2011	two $1,000 Scholarship Awards	Must be graduating from a High School on the Island of Hawaii with plans to attend a four-year college/University, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and involved in at least one extracurricular or community based organization during high school (community organization must have provided volunteer based services to the communities of the Island of Hawaii).
Hilo Woman's Club	Apr. 15, 2011	$1,000	Must be a senior who graduates from an East Hawai'i high school with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Student must also demonstrate financial need and enroll at UH Hilo or HCC.
2012 Horatio Alger Scholarship	Oct. 30, 2011	$20,000	Applicants must be enrolled full time as a high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation in spring/summer 2012, with plans to enter a college in the United State no later than the fall following graduation; A strong commitment to pursuing and completing a BA degree at an accredited institution; show critical financial need; involvement in co-curricular and community service activities; minimum GPA of 2.0; US citizenship.
HMSA Kaimana Award Scholarship 2012 Application	Feb. 17, 2012	$2,000 with an extra $1,000 possible	Scholarship selection is based on students’ individual athletic and academic achievement, sportsmanship, and community involvement, with special focus given to students in lower-profile sports. Applicants must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75, participate on one or more league-recognized high school sports team, and graduate at the end of their senior year.
HPU Debate Scholarship	Apr. 9, 2012	HPU Tuition Waiver	Awarded to entering high school graduates or entering transfer students who are interested in pursuing one of the degrees offered by the HPU College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
HPU Founders' Scholarship - Helen G. Chapin, PH.D. Application Packet	Apr. 9, 2012	Up to $750	Awarded to incoming freshmen; graduates of high schools in Hawai'i with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and 1100/24 SAT/ACT scores or higher.
HPU Hawaii High School Writing Awards Competition	Feb. 27, 2012	$200-$500	Competition open to high school juniors and seniors. The topics for this year pertain to Hawaii's sustainability. Applicants must select one of the subject matters for essay: "Sustaining Hawaii's sustainability," "How I plan to contribute to sustainability for the future of Hawaii," or "Hawaii's sustainability in the economy."
HPU Hawai'i Merit Scholarships	Apr. 9, 2012	$10,000 to $3,000 Renewable	Awarded to incoming freshmen who are high school graduates in Hawai'i.
Hui Makaala Scholarship	Jun. 1, 2011		Hui Makaala seeks to promote higher education to students who have interests in the Okinawan community, culture, and arts.
Hui Okinawa Scholarship 2012 Application	Mar. 31, 2012	$1,000	The applicant will be a graduating senior from a Hawaii high school or will receive a GED from the State of Hawaii DOE, who will be attending an accredited two or four-year college in the Fall of 2011. Student must also show involvement with Okinawa culture.
JABSOM Scholars	Jan. 5, 2012	Scholarship support covering undergraduate tuition costs for four years	The John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM) has partnered with the Undergraduate Programs at the University of Hawaii at Manoa to launch the Doctor of Medicine Early Acceptance Program (DMEAP). DMEAP will admit ten incoming freshmen with the goal of increasing the number of highly qualified state residents attending UHM's John A. Burns School of Medicine, preparing them to become exemplary physicians.
Jack and Otome Miyashiro Scholarship Fund 2012 Application	Mar. 31, 2012	$2,000	The Fund is awarding a scholarship to a graduating senior from a State of Hawaii DOE high school who will be attending an accredited two-or four-year college in the Fall of 2011. A student who will receive a GED may also apply. Applicant or Applicant's parent or legal guardian must be a current resident of the County of Hawaii.
Japanese American Citizens League Honolulu Chapter 2012 Emerging Leader Scholarship Award 2012 Application	May1, 2012	$1,500	Only available to Hawai'i residents. Appllicants must be a graduating high school senior planning to attend a trade school, business school, college, university, or any other institution of higher learning in Fall 2012. Awards may be given to up to two (2) applicants that best demonstrate a commitment to civil rights.
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest	Jan. 7, 2012	$500 to $10,000	Essay scholarship, open to high school students in grades nine through twelve. Essay requirements can be found on the website.
Justice Ben Menor Scholarship	Apr. 30, 2010	$1,000	3.0 minimum GPA, leadership and service, must be of Filipino ancestry, high school senior admitted to a University of Hawai'i campus, must show financial need, U.S. citizen or resident and involved with school or community activities.
Kama'aina Scholarship (Online app only)		If awarded, the scholarship will discount your off-campus lease contract by $1,020 for the full year	Applicant must have graduated from a Hawaii high school or received a GED, have a 2.7 GPA for the 2011-2012 school year, write a 400-500 essay on why you would like to house with Hawaii Student housing during the 2012-2013 school year, be enrolled during the 2012-2013 school year.
Kazuma and Ichiko Hisanaga Scholarship This scholarship is administered through the Hawai'i Community Foundation. Click here to learn how to apply.	Feb. 17, 2012	$5,000	Be a current year graduating senior of Hilo High School. If there are no eligible applicants from Hilo High School, current year graduating seniors will be considered from other Hawai'i Island high schools in the following order of preference: Waiakea High School, St. Joseph High School, other Hawai'i Island high schools. Be an athlete that participated in more than one varsity sport while in high school. Attend a four-year college or university in the continental U.S. with preference for NAIA or Division II. Have a minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA. Have leadership experience and qualities as demonstrated by serving as the captain of a varsity sports team, a student government leader or an officer of an extracurricular program. Have participated in community service. Additional Essay and Letter of Recommendation Required
Ke Ali'i Pauahi Foundation	Open applications from Feb. 8 to Mar. 30, 2012	varies	Applicant must be a classified student in a degree-seeking program at an accredited institution; be enrolled full-time in an accredited two or four-year post-high degree program; demonstrate financial need; meet academic requirements.
Kenneth O. Rewick Educational Aid	Feb. 28, 2012	$1,000 and up	Applicant must be a resident of Hawaii or have graduated from a high school in Hawaii;must have applied for (or have been accepted for) enrollment in any accredited undergraduate or graduate school in Hawaii or elsewhere or applicant must have been accepted to a school for other specialized training beyond high school.
KFC Colonel's Scholarship (Online application only)	Feb. 8, 2012	Awards are up to $20,000	To qualify graduating highs school seniors must: earn a minimum high school cumulative GPA 2.75; enroll in a public college or university within their state of legal residence; plan to pursue a bachelor's degree; be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; demonstrate financial need.
Kohala Center Seems to be a number of scholarships to attend science related programs offered at a number of mainland colleges.	Varies	Varies	Students interested in restoration and preservation of Hawai'i's wildlife.
Kohala Puerto Rican Social Club Student Scholarship	Apr. 30, 2011	Varies	Student must be of Puerto Rican ancestry and biological parent(s) must be members of Kohala Puerto Rican Social Club. Student must be a member of the graduating class of their current high school year, have good scholastic records, demonstrate good character and attitude. School and community service will be considered.
Kona-California Scholarship	Apr. 15, 2011	$1,000-$3,000	Seniors and graduates of Big Island high schools who plan to study full-time in California after graduation are encouraged to apply.
Kuilei Chancellor's Scholarship	Jun. 30, 2011	$1,000	Scholarship supports recent high school graduates from the State of Hawaii Department of Education system who may not have performed at their highest potential in high school, but have the potential to thrive at Kapi'olani Community College. The scholarship will be offered to applicants with preference to students from populations that are underrepresented in higher education as identified by KCC.
Liko A'e Native Hawaiian Scholarship	Varies	Varies	Applicants must be of Hawaiian ancestry, have a high school diploma, be enrolled in or accepted to attend a two or four year degree institution, demonstrate financial need and have a minimum of 2.0 GPA.
Longs Senior Scholarship	Due to Mr. Carpenter by Apr. 11, 2011	$1,000	Applicants must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a business career, be a graduating senior from a designated high school in a community where a Longs Drug Store is located, intend to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, provide evidence of involvement in school and/or community affairs, show academic promise, provide evidence of partial self-support to help cover educational expenses, be a United States citizen or permanent resident.
Makaha Sons Foundation Scholarship	May 31, 2010		Must be a senior graduating in the spring and will attend a full time post-graduate educational institution. Student must also plan on majoring in one of the following Hawaiian studies: music, dance, language, culture, history or humanities.
Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation Scholarship 2012 Application	*Feb. 8, 2012* Note: An incorrect due date was previously listed. Feb. 8 is the correct date.	$1,000 to $10,000	The Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation Scholarship is for a high school senior with a strong record of scholastic achievement, who is actively involved in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities and community service. Applicant must pursue post-secondary education and demonstrate financial need. One student will be selected from Hilo High and will receive $1,000. That student will then have a chance to win up to $10,000 in state level consideration.
Manawa Kupono Native Hawaiian Scholarship	Mar. 31, 2011	Varies	Must be of Hawaiian ancestry, be enrolled full-time, demonstrate financial need based on your EFC from the fafsa, be able to achieve in an academic environment as demonstrated by a cumulative undergraduate/graduate GPA of 2.0/3.0 or better.
Manoa Chancellor's Scholarship (online app only)	Jan. 5, 2012	$4,000 a semester	To be eligible, students must: be admitted as a classified full-time first year freshman to UH Manoa; have a 3.5 cumulative high school GPA; have a 1600 SAT combined score or 25 ACT composite score; show evidence of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor including a record of academic, co-curricular, and community service activities; be a graduate of a Hawaii high school.
Marine Corp Scholarship Foundation	Mar. 1, 2012	Up to $30,000 over four years	Must be a senior who is a child of a marine, minimum GPA 2.0.
Merriman's Culinary Scholarship	Mar. 31, 2010	$1,050	For students who plan to become a full-time student in the Food Service program at either the Hilo campus, or the University of Hawaii Center at West Hawaii.
Mike Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship	Jan. 31, 2012		Applicant must be a graduating high school senior, applying as a full-time student to an accredited four-year college or university in the U.S. to earn a BA degree; must be a U.S. citizen and legal resident of Hawaii. Applicant must have intent to major in marine sciences, oceanography, or other fields related to fisheries; must have ocean-related hobbies and have a personal involvement and/or interest in the fishing community.
MLK Scholar Program NYU	? Contact NYU Financial Aid Office	Up to full tuition aid with minimum merit based award of $18,000	Seems to be a scholarship associated with New York University.
Monsanto Hawai'i Life Sciences Scholarship Application Note: Monsanto offers several other Agriculture based scholarships. Check their website!	April 1, 2012	$1,000	Graduating seniors in good standing from any public or private high school in the state of Hawai'i who will be attending an accredited college/university to pursue education in a life science related field (agriculture, agronomy, biology, botany, genetics, horticulture, plant physiology, chemistry, crop science).
Nā Hoʻokama a Pauahi	Apr. 23, 2012	varies	Must be a Hawaii resident; be a full-time student at a regional accredited US educational institution recognized by KS; demonstrate financial need.
Nancy Wong Yee Scholarship	Apr. 1, 2012	$1,000	Applicants must demonstrate high school scholastic achievement, character, school an/or community service and financial need. Required major field of study in education or in Chinese or Asian studies including history, languages, music, art, dance and/or theater.
National Co-op Scholarship Program	Feb. 15, 2012	$6,000?	Awarded to high school seniors and transfer students who plan to participate in college cooperative education at one of NCCE partner colleges and universities. Students must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale; complete all the required admissions applications material and be accepted for the 2011-2012 academic year at one of the National Commission Partner Institutions.
OHA (Office of Hawaiian Affairs) Higher Education Scholarship (online app only)	Feb. 17, 2012	?	Applicants must be a Hawaii resident or resident of the continental United States, demonstrate financial need, be enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited two-year or four-year college, be a classified undergraduate or graduate student, demonstrate academic achievement at least or above a 2.0 GPA for undergraduates and 3.0 for graduates, registered with OHA's Hawaiian Registry Program.
Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation Ambassador of Aloha Scholarship	Mar. 1, 2012	$10,000	This $10,000 scholarship has been created to recognize one outstanding high school senior who exemplifies the character and personality traits that made Duke Kahanamoku such a well respected athlete and individual. Must plan to attend an accredited 4-year college or university as a full time student, have participated and intend to continue participating competitively as an amateur in the sports of swimming, surfing, paddling, kayaking or water polo and have a record of accomplishments, be a resident of Hawaii.
Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Athletic Individual Grant Application	Feb. 15, 2012	It's hard to tell. No clear mention of the award amounts either on their websites or documents	Must be a resident of Hawaii and an American citizen, demonstrate financial need, have participated in and intend to continue participating in competitive sports as an amateur and can produce a record of accomplishments, be applying for a specific upcoming event.
Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation Scholarship	Apr. 1, 2012	It's hard to tell. No clear mention of the award amounts either on their websites or documents.	Demonstrate financial need, be a high school student planning to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student, have participated and intend to continue participating competitively in the sports of canoeing, surfing, kayaking, swimming, water polo, or volleyball and have a record of accomplishments, be a resident of Hawai'i, minimum GPA 3.0.
2011 PDK Hawaii Prospective Educator Scholarship	Jan. 23, 2012	$75-$1,000	The PDK University of Hawaii Chapter 0067 annually awards scholarships to two young scholars whose professional goal is to become an educator in the State of Hawaii. Applicants need not have an intention to attend the University of Hawaii, but any institution of higher education.
Prince Kuhio Hawaiian Civic Club Scholarship	Apr. 1, 2012	$500 to $1,000	Applicants must be of Hawaiian ancestry; must be a college-bound high school student or currently enrolled in college full-time; have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 for high school students or 3.3 for undergraduate students and demonstrate academic and leadership potential.
Richard Ishida Memorial Scholarship Fund	Feb. 28, 2011	$1,500	Applicant must be a senior attending a public DOE, including Charter high school, on the Island of Hawaii; must plan to attend post secondary with a minimum two-year curriculum college or four-year college/university; must have a minimum 2.7 GPA. Preference given to applicants who are/were a YMCA member/participant. Preference given to applicants who plan to return to improve our island community.
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program Note: No awards were made in 2011. Not sure if this scholarship is active for 2012.	Mar. 16, 2011	$1,500	Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national or permanent resident and a legal resident of the State of Hawaii; be a graduate of a public or private secondary school, a homeschooled graduate or have passed the GED test during the 2010-2011 school year; cumulative gpa of 3.5, minimum combined SAT1 score of 1850 and/or a composite ACT score of 30; provide evidence of acceptance by an institution of higher education.
Ronald McDonald's House Charities 2012 Application Process website (You have to register with this site and then complete forms/upload documents)	Jan. 27, 2012	Varies	To apply for an RMHC scholarship, a student must: Be a high school senior Be younger than 21 years old Be eligible to attend a two- or four-year college, university or technical school with a full course of study Be a legal U.S. resident Live in a participating RMHC Chapter’s geographic area Submit a complete application and all required documentation by the deadline on the application Meet any additional eligibility requirements outlined by each scholarship program Provide verification of enrollment each year at respective accredited post-secondary institution
Roy Fujimoto Senior Scholarships	Apr. 29, 2011	$1,500	Applicants must be students/athletes attending a high school in the BIIF and participating in BIIF sports, who are completing their senior year of high school and who are attending a college/university next fall.
Russel K. Okata Scholarship (Application online only)	Jan. 17, 2012	?	Awards are available to member and their dependents who are attending or plan to attend a community college or vocational, trade or other post high school study on a full time basis. Criteria: financial need, academic ability.
Ruth C. Scudder Scholarship	Feb. 28, 2012	$1,000 and up	Scholarship awarded to a woman of Christian affiliation who is currently enrolled as an undergraduate in the University of Hawaii System.
SCAD Distinguished Scholars Award	Feb. 15, 2012	$20,000 per year	In order to be considered for this award, students must be recommended by a teacher, professor, or school counselor. This scholarship is applicable toward tuition to attend SCAD in Atlanta, Hong Kong, Savannah or online via eLearning, and may be renewed annually, provided the recipient is enrolled and maintains a 3.0 gpa. A nominated student must meet the following: minimum gpa of 1220 SAT combined math and critical reading score, or ACT composite score of at least 27, GPA of 3.75, outstanding visual arts, performing arts, writing, or riding capabilities, honors and awards from competitions, or other recognition, leadership skills demonstrated through co-curricular or extra-curricular involvement.
Seattle University's Sullivan Leadership Award (Application online only)	Nov. 15, 2011		Sullivan leaders are selected on the basis of demonstrated service, leadership, and academic achievement to receive full tuition, room, and meals for each of four years of undergraduate study at Seattle University. Nine Sullivan Leadership Awards are given each year. Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply: participation and demonstrated leadership in school activities, public service, and community involvement; commitment to justice and the good of others through service; 3.5 GPA or higher; U.S. citizen or permanent resident from the various states (including Hawaii).
SJL Scholarship Note: This one is associated with the Association of Chinese University Women. Does not seem to be updated on their site.	Apr. 22, 2011	$500	Awards shall be made on the basis of scholastic achievement, financial need, character, extra-curricular activities, and school and/or community service. Open to applicants in any major field of study.
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Honolulu Post Scholarship Note: Their website is not updated yet.	Apr. 30, 2011	$2,500	Applicants must be a Hawaii high school senior planning to pursue a full-time undergraduate technical degree at a university with an accredited engineering or architecture program, must be a US citizen, have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Military affiliation or experience (SAME member or dependent, military dependent, Junior ROTC or ROTC) not required, but given preference.
Sons of Hawaii 2012 Application	June 13, 2012	$1,000	Open to all male students born and raised in the islands and who will be graduating from high school in June and entering their first year of college. Aid determined by: 1. Financial need. 2. Competitive examination given by any recognized college examination board and high school scholastic record. 3. Contribution to community affairs.
Star-Advertiser Citizenship Award Scholarship 2012 Application	Feb. 10, 2012	$1,000	The Citizenship Award recognizes one graduating senior from each public high school across the state who best exemplifies the Hawai'i Department of Education's Vision of a Public School Graduate. Winner must attend the awards luncheon on April 12, 2012.
Student-View Scholarship (online application only) Note: Their website does not seem to updated yet.	Apr. 22, 2011	One $4,000 scholarship Two $1,000 Scholarships Four $500 Scholarships	Scholarship open to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career school. Log on to www.student-view.com for more information.
Superpower Scholarship	Mar. 31, 2012	$2,500	Open to U.S. students 13 years of age or older. Must respond (250 words max) to essay question: "If you were granted a superpower for just one day, what would it be and how would you use it?"
The Marine Technology Society Scholarship	Apr. 16, 2012	$2,000	Open to high school seniors who plan to study a marine science/engineering/technology field, are interested in remote control vehicles and have been accepted into a full-time undergraduate program.
Tsuyako "Nappie" Ebesugawa Scholarship	Apr. 15, 2011		Scholarship will be awarded to a female student who may be unable to attend college because of family, economic or social situations. Scholarship may be used at any two or four year accredited institution of higher learning. Preference will be given to those individuals who choose to attend the University of Hawaii at Hilo, the Hawaii Community College, or who intend to return to the Big Island upon completion of their education.
United Filipino Council Scholarship Note: Not sure if this one is still being offered.	June 26, 2010
University of Hawai'i Centennial Scholarships	Awarded upon admission to qualified students.	$1,000 per year ($500 per semester)	Must be Hawai'i resident, have a 3.8 GPA or 1800 score on the three part SAT Reasoning Test (or 27 composite score on the ACT) at time of application, be admitted and attending as a freshman in the fall semester after graduation and enroll as a full time student (12 credits or more each semester). This scholarship is automatically awarded to qualified students who are admitted to UH.
University of Hawaii System Scholarships (online app only)	Mar. 1, 2012	varies	Open to students who are admitted as a regular student attending any of the ten campuses of the University of Hawaii System.
University of Hawai'i at Hilo Chancellor Scholarship	Jan. 31, 2012	Four-Year tuition scholarship	Students must be accepted by UH Hilo, graduating from a Hawaii High School, GPA of 3.5 or better, or 1800 SAT, or a composite score of 27 on the ACT, demonstrated leadership and/or community service.
University of Hawaii at Hilo Scholars with Disabilities Achievement Grant	May 6, 2011	$1,000	Students must enrolled as a classified student, or accepted as a classified student into a University of Hawaii at Hilo degree program. Student may be enrolled either full or half-time; GPA of at least 3.0;must be a "qualified student with a disability" as determined under the Americans with Disability Act standards.
UH Presidential Scholarship	Feb. 1, 2012	Full tuition scholarship for four-years, $2,000 per semester stipend, Eligible for one-time travel grant up to $2,000. (only ten scholarships awarded)	Must be a resident of Hawaii; be a UH student at UH Hilo or UH Manoa or West Oahu Campuses; have junior (in college) class standing as of Fall 2012; 3.7 cumulative GPA (all college course work); evidence of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor; record of academic, co-curricular and community service activities.
UH Regents Scholarship	Feb. 1, 2012	Full tuition scholarship for four-years, $2,000 stipend each semester and a one-time travel grant of $2,000 (only twenty scholarships awarded)	Must be a resident of Hawaii; classified, full-time, first-year freshman in Fall 2012 at any UH campus; 3.5 minimum cumulative HS GPA for gr. 9-11; SAT min combined score of 1950 on all 3 sections or ACT min composite score of 29; evidence of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor.
Volcano Community Foundation Application	Apr. 1, 2012	At least $500	Applicants must maintain their primary residence in Volcano, be a graduating high-school seniors who will be full-time students at an accredited 2 or 4 year college next fall.
Willamette University Music Scholarship	Nov. 12, 2011-Feb. 24, 2012		Music majors and non-majors (Music Scholarship Auditions).
Will to Win Scholarship Program Note: As of 1/21/12 this website has not updated. Can't tell if this will be offered this year.	Apr. 30, 2011	$5,000	Applicants must be high school seniors with asthma who will graduate in 2011; have achieved a level of excellence in one of the following: performing arts, community service, athletics, visual arts or science; and will be attending college in fall 2011.
WiseChoice $2,500 "Find the Right College" Scholarship Online app only	May 31, 2012	$2,500	Applicants must be U.S. students graduating from high school in 2011-2014; must register for WiseChoice. Must respond (200 words max) to essay question: "What do you think is important when it comes to finding a college that fits?"
Wyzant College Schoolarships	April 1, 2012	$3,000, $2,000 and $1,000 (1st through 3rd place)	In 300 words or less, write an essay about the most important teacher, tutor, or coach in your life. Using your email and social media contacts, reach out to friends and family to get votes for your essay. Finalists will be determined by popular vote!
Young Entrepreneur Awards (online app only)	Dec. 15, 2011	$1,000 to $10,000	The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards program was established to raise awareness among the nation's youth of the critical role that private enterprise and entrepreneurship play in the building of America. NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards are open to any graduating high school senior entering their freshman year at an accredited (not for profit) two- or four-year university, college or vocational/technical institute. Applicants MUST be running their own small business in order to be considered for an award.
Youth for Understanding USA (Online app only)	Ongoing	Varies	Over 300 + scholarships awarded annually for high school exchange program for American teenagers.
Zinch Weekly Scholarship Online app only Note: Sorry, the DOE is now blocking this site. Says it's a social networking site so I can't update the scholarship. If you log on from home, follow the link for the info.	Mar. 7, 2011		For U.S. high school students. Must respond(2-3 sentences) to question: "How have you handled being placed outside your comfort zone to your advantage?"
Zonta Club of Hilo Young Women in Public Affairs Award 2012	Feb. 1, 2012	$1000-$3,000	Applicants must be pre-university or pre-college students between the ages of 16-19 at the time of application.