St Francis Secondary School

The Steven G. King Play Environments Scholarship was created by Steven G. King, FASLA, founder and Chairman of Landscape Structures Inc., and the inventor of the “continuous play” concept. Mr. King developed the continuous play concept as part of his final project in landscape architecture in 1967, and it revolutionized the playground industry. This concept launched a new industry that...

Since 1967, we have awarded more than $3,000,000 in scholarships to youth pursuing a future in the agriculture industry. We believe assisting our industry’s future leaders in obtaining higher education is an investment in the future and is an integral part of fulfilling NC Farm Bureau’s mission.The R. Flake Shaw Scholarship program awards:Eight individual, university-level scholarships granted for a four-year...

We hold an essay contest every year to give students an opportunity to express themselves and win great prizes. This year, we’re giving away over $12,000—and we have prizes for teachers, too!We have four topics to choose from, so students and teachers can find the subject that fits them best.Our contest is open to students in grades 5-12, age 10-18,...

The James Maxwell Scholarship in Human Geography ($6,000 for an individual, if applications merit) is awarded to students enrolled in a Master’s program at a Canadian university and engaged in thesis research on Canadian human geography. This scholarship was named in honour of James Maxwell, a former Executive Director of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society.  EligibilityApplications are open to Canadian...

Through the generosity of the employees of Figg Engineering Group, a scholarship fund was established in 2002 as a memorial to Eugene C. Figg, Jr., F.ASCE, winner of the ASCE 2002 OPAL Award for Design. Gene Figg dedicated his career, his company, and his life to creating “bridges as art.”Eligibility:At the time of application and award, the individual must be...

MCWT provides scholarships to women who have the interest, aptitude, and potential for a successful career in computer science. A strong network of partner companies and individuals who support a diverse technology industry in Michigan makes this program possible.Our scholarship program encourages talented female students (high school seniors and current college/university students) to continue their higher education and ultimately help...