National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarship: Requirements and Opportunities

The National Parent Volunteer Association (NPVA) plays a crucial role in supporting and advancing the work of parent volunteers and parent volunteer organizations. Its core aim is to foster meaningful connections between parents and their children, enhance parents' skills applicable to various jobs, and cultivate a community deeply passionate about volunteering and making a positive impact on lives. Recognizing the valuable contributions of parent volunteers, the NPVA offers scholarships to encourage both parents and their children to engage in volunteerism.

Why Volunteer?

In today's fast-paced world, carving out time for volunteering might seem challenging. However, the benefits of volunteering, especially alongside your child, are numerous. Volunteering offers an opportunity to:

Be a part of a community connecting with other parents and community members who share your passion for volunteering.
Make a difference.
Gain valuable skills.
Access member-only resources.

NPVA Scholarship Overview

The NPVA Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship designed to encourage parents and their children to volunteer and make a difference in their communities.

Scholarship Type: Merit-based
Number of Scholarships: Multiple
Scholarship Coverage: Tuition fee reduction

Benefits of the NPVA Scholarship

The scholarship offers $1,000 to help with studies at a college or university. Recipients are required to provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment.

Eligibility and Requirements

To be eligible for the NPVA Scholarship, students must:

Be pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees.
Demonstrate a commitment to volunteering and making a difference in their communities.
Provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA.
Provide proof of enrollment.
Study experience required High school

Application Details

Application Deadline: May 31, 2025

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

Besides the NPVA Scholarship, numerous other scholarships cater to students with diverse interests and backgrounds. Here's a glimpse into some of these opportunities:

Achievement-Based Scholarships

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program: This scholarship recognizes students in their final year of high school who demonstrate leadership, service, and a commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.

Aviation Scholarships

Epic’s Aviation Scholarship Program: This program supports young people interested in aviation by awarding up to thirteen $25,000 scholarships annually. Eligibility criteria include academic success, community service, and financial need. Applicants must:
- Be recommended by a teacher, coach, community leader, or mentor, addressing the applicant’s personal and/or professional achievement.
- Show demonstrated care through community-service in the twelve (12) months prior to application.
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent).
- Be dedicated to learning to fly or training for a career in aviation.

Scholarships for Specific Fields of Study

Scholarships for STEM: One $10,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior who is enrolling in a STEM program at a college, university, or 2-year technical institution. Awards are one-time only.
The Science Ambassador Scholarship: This is a full-tuition scholarship for WOMEN and NON-BINARY students in STEM.
Scholarships for Computer Science/Engineering: Must be planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, or related field.
Navy Pre-Med Option Scholarship Program: Applicants must meet all NROTC scholarship application eligibility standards.
Scholarships for Nursing Students: Whether you’re already attending nursing school or just accepted, we encourage you to apply.

Scholarships Based on Specific Criteria

Scholarships for Students of Norwegian Descent: The Sons of Norway Foundation awards about 25 scholarships each year to students of Norwegian descent.
Scholarships for Black and African American Students: The BAM Scholarship was created to enable Black and African American students to attend college and pursue a career in technology.
Scholarships for Students with Narcolepsy or Idiopathic Hypersomnia: For high school seniors diagnosed with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia who plan to attend a four-year college.
Scholarships for Female Students in Automotive/Mobility Industries: Scholarships are awarded to female North American citizens with a passion for a career or advancement in automotive, mobility and related industries.

Essay Contests and Other Unique Opportunities

FRA Essay Contest: FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism. Open to all students grades 7-12, including those who are home schooled.
Ron Brown Scholarship: The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. To be eligible for the scholarship a student must be part of a team of three to ten students in Grade 6-12. Academic excellence is the primary criterion.
The National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Address: The National Space Club and Foundation offers the opportunity for a student to give the keynote address at the National Space Club and Foundation's annual Goddard Memorial Dinner, and receive a $20,000 scholarship.

Additional Scholarships

Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships: The Foundation is looking for students, ages 5 to 25, who are using their creativity, academic studies, and organizational skills to help fight hunger in their communities.
USBC Alberta E. Crowe Scholarship:
J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship: The J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship will be awarded to two outstanding first-year students for the Fall term of 2025. Apply for admission to Stetson University by the Early Action deadline of Nov. Apply for the Scholarship by Dec.
AIAA Roger W. C. Finke Scholarship:
Joseph D. Walter Scholarship:
NHA Scholarship: NHA offers scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students, up to $5,000.
The Law Office of Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. Scholarship:
SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship: This scholarship is open to high school sophomores, juniors, and first semester seniors for all majors and schools. Two opportunities- round one: now open. No GPA. No test scores. No recommendations.
AES Engineering Scholarship: Open to students pursuing a degree or certificate at a career technical, 2-year, or 4-year institution. Eligibility: Must be currently enrolled in high school (any year). No GPA requirement.
C. Joseph D. Walter Scholarship: The scholarship targets students who have a 2.30 - 3.59 unweighted GPA. These students have demonstrated leadership through participation in school activities, community service, and citizenship.