2026 Educational Scholarship Program

City of Greenacres

2026 Educational Scholarship Program

The City of Greenacres is pleased to announce the 2026 Educational Scholarship Program, which will award eleven $1,500 scholarships. These include one in memory of former City employee Denise Padgett, to be awarded to an applicant for athletic success; one in memory of former Councilman Norman W. Rose for community service; and one for academic pursuits in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) field.

Scholarships are for academic, technical and vocational school tuition and books.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must reside within the municipal limits of the City of Greenacres.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
• Must be a high school senior/graduate, obtained a GED, or attending college.
• Must demonstrate a financial need.

Note: Prior award recipients may re-apply; however, first-time applicants and high school seniors will be given first consideration.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 3, 2026 by 5:00 P.M.

Applications Now Available Online and at the Greenacres Community Center, 501 Swain Blvd. Greenacres, FL 33463

For more information call (561) 642-2180 or (561) 642-2195