2026 Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich College and Vocational Scholarship Application
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2026 Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich College and Vocational Scholarship Application

 

 

Each year, Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich awards college and vocational school scholarships to deserving Club members. To qualify for these scholarships, students must:

• Be active members or part-time staff for at least two years;

• Complete an online application which includes submitting transcripts, personal essays, letters of recommendation;

• Attend a formal in-person interview with the Scholarship Committee; and

• Complete volunteer hours each year.

These scholarships extend beyond traditional college education, providing funding for vocational programs as well. Past recipients have attended a diverse range of colleges and universities, reflecting the Club’s dedication to empowering its members to achieve their dreams.

Requirments for Scholarship Eligibility

All applicants must:

  • Be an active BGCG member for at least two years or have been employed by BGCG for at least 2 years

  • Must complete registration & membership. The membership cost is $25.

  • Provide an acceptance to an accredited institution (a 2-year community college, a four-year college/university, or an accredited vocational school.)

  • Adhere to the Code of Conduct

  • Complete Volunteer hours

All applicants must submit:

  • A 4-Year high school transcript. (If currently in college, must provide your most recent transcript.)

  • First-Time applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from a current teacher, coach or advisor addressing your qualifications for this scholarship. Letters will be uploaded to this portal by your professor.

  • First-Time applicants are required to submit two personal essays. (200-word minimum, grammar, spelling, effort, and content are all discussed among Scholarship Committee members in determining award eligibility.)

  • Returning applicants are only required to submit one letter of recommendation.

  • Returning applicants are only required one essay. (200-word minimum, grammar, spelling, effort, and content are all discussed among Scholarship Committee members in determining award eligibility.)

  • A current photo.

  • An official Financial Aid Award Letter from your selected college/university.

  • Register to become an Alumni of the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich. Alumni registration can be found on our website www.BGCG.org

  • A background check will be required to volunteer at the BGCG, a form will be sent to the email address submitted with your application.

Volunteer and Service requirments

  • All scholarship recipients must complete a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service at BGCG during their grant period and before reapplying for additional funds.

  • These activities may include volunteering in the Club’s after-school program, athletic leagues, special events or summer camps.

  • If hours are not completed in the 2026 - 2027 granted year, the applicant will be deemed ineligible for funds in subsequent year.

  • For questions regaurding volunteer opportunities, please contact Don Palmer at dpalmer@bgcg.org.

Important Things and Dates to Remember

  • Applicant's are not guaranteed a scholarship award.

  • First time applications are due by March 13, 2026

  • Renwal applications are due April 10, 2026

  • All applicants must have a current membership and must register for the scholarship program through the Daxko membership portal.

  • First time applicants will be interviewed on April 13 & 14, 2026 at the BGCG from 4-7pm

  • Renwal applicants will be interviewed on May 26, 27 & 28, 2026 at the BGCGs from 4-7pm

  • As part of the interview, applicants will be asked to discuss their membership or work experience at the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich.

  • Please download the attachment below to learn more about the SVP Scholarship.

  • See below for the SVP Scholarship requirments & rules before applying.

    2026 Scholarship Committee

    Sally Lawrence, Co-Chair

    Greg Martinez, Co-Chair

    Katie Geenberg

    Christina Lawrence

    Sarah Osnoss

Katerina Pergola

Monica Rodriguez

2026 Strategic Value Partners (SVP) Scholarship Award for New Applicants

The BGCG Scholarship Committee and SVP will select up to 5 applicants based on the following criteria:

  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Minimum 2.5 high school GPA
  • Engaged and active member at BGCG as exemplified through their contributions to the club
  • Special consideration is given to students attending a Connecticut college or universtiy
  • Preference is given to Fairfield County residents
  • Available to current High School Seniors

Scholarship Requirements:

  • Meet all other BGCG-related scholarship requirements as outlined in BGCG Scholarship application, including submitting a yearly scholarship application to the BGCG.
  • A 1-week paid internship with SVP is required after the first year of college during the week of June 8th, 2026.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States and provide documentation to the BGCG no later than June 1st (acceptable documentation attached.)
  • Eligibility for future years requires submitting year-end transcripts by June 1 and maintaining a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
  • A yearly financial aid award letter from college or university is required.
  • Any formal disciplinary or legal action against a student may disqualify said student from future grants.
  • Any violation of the BGCG code of conduct may result in termination of both SVP scholarship and internship at the discretion of SVP.
  • Check-in with the BGCG advisor at least once per semester. This will include written updates during each school year. (BGCG will schedule these with recipients.)
  • Attendance at pre-internship training is required. (Date will be confirmed in the spring of Freshman year.)
  • A parent meeting is required in the weeks following selection.
  • Signed BGCG code of conduct agreement.

The SVP Scholarship includes the following:

  • Up to $10,000 Scholarship awarded annually toward tuition and room and board. The funds will be paid directly to the college or university by BGCG.
  • The SVP scholarship for each student is a four-year commitment, meaning up to a
  • $40,000 commitment per student.
  • Financial Aid Application support will be provided by SVP.
  • SVP Employee Mentor assigned to each winner, requirement to meet with SVP mentor once a quarter, at a minimum, as initiated by SVP.