The Salem Foundation First in the Family Scholarship
The Salem Foundation First in the Family Scholarship was established to assist first generation college students. They will be the first in their family to attend college or their parents don’t have college degrees.
About the Scholarship
- Applications are accepted until March 31, 2025.
- Mail an official high school transcript, in a sealed envelope, with the school’s seal to:
The Salem Foundation – First in the Family Scholarship
c/o Pioneer Trust Bank, N.A.
P.O. Box 2305
Salem, OR 97308
Your official transcript must be postmarked by March 31, 2025.
ELIGIBILITY
For the 2024 – 2025 school year, applications will be accepted from graduating seniors attending public high schools within the Silver Falls School District, North Santiam School District, Woodburn School District, Gervais School District, Cascade School District, Jefferson School District, and Mt. Angel School District. Applicants must be planning to attend an accredited college or university in the Fall of 2025.
SELECTION
The criteria for selection will be:
- First in the family to attend college or parents don’t have college degrees.
- Grade point average of 3.5 or higher.
Financial need will be taken into consideration but is not a requirement to receive the award.
Relatives of the Scholarship Review Committee are not eligible to receive the scholarship.
AMOUNT AND PURPOSE
The amount of the scholarship for 2025 is $6,000.00. Award winner(s) will be invited to apply in subsequent years.
Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, room, board, books, fees, and/or any other qualifying college expenses, and will be paid directly to your college or university for your benefit.
Questions?
Any questions regarding this scholarship should be directed to us at salemfoundation@pioneertrustbank.com.