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Deadline is March 16, 2026
Deadline is March 16, 2026
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Deadline is March 16, 2026 〰️
The 2026 scholarship application is now available!
The Gazette Charities Foundation Best and Brightest scholarship program recognizes 20 graduating seniors who have excelled academically and made contributions to their schools and community.
The are smart, self-motivated and they are the standout Class of 2026 graduates in the Pikes Peak region.
Apply today! Deadline is Monday, March 16, 2026.
Applicants will provide some basic information, one letter of recommendation and write an essay answering three questions about their community service efforts, a defining moment or lesson in adversity and their vision for the future.
Applications will be reviewed for academic achievements and intellectual curiosity, outstanding character, evidence of leadership and community involvement.
The Best and Brightest Class of 2026 winners will receive a monetary scholarship, recognition in The Gazette and on gazette.com and will be invited to attend an in-person award ceremony.
Only the first 150 completed applications will be considered. We strongly encourage you to submit your materials as early as possible to ensure your eligibility.
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Only the first 150 completed applications will be considered. We strongly encourage applicants to submit their materials early to ensure eligibility.
