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Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship
Scholarship for community-minded students
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Open Date : January 15, 2026
- Closing date : May 15, 2026
Location
Ontario
Overview
This scholarship awards $2,500 to support students entering approved postsecondary education in Canada. It recognizes community service and supports studies at a university, college, certified trade school, apprenticeship, or arts program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Open Date : January 15, 2026
- Closing date : May 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community service and volunteer involvement.
- Positive community leadership and service activities.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Essay or video submission
- Proof of acceptance to a postsecondary institution
- Two references with contact information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students from Port Dover and the immediate district.
- Graduating local secondary school students.
- Students entering college, university, trades, apprenticeship, or arts programs.
Who is not eligible
- Children of Port Dover Foundation Trustees.
Eligible expenses
- First-year tuition at an approved postsecondary institution.
Eligible geographic areas
- Port Dover and immediate district.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
- Finalists are selected by the end of May.
- Finalists must attend a personal interview.
- The scholarship is awarded in July.
Additional information
- Applications open on January 15, 2026.
- Finalists must attend a personal interview with the selection committee.
- Recipients may defer enrollment for up to one year.
- A photo and short write-up about the recipient may be published by the Foundation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship?
This scholarship awards $2,500 to support students entering approved postsecondary education in Canada. It recognizes community service and supports studies at a university, college, certified trade school, apprenticeship, or arts program.
How much funding can be received?
Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **May 15, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship program, you must:
First-time postsecondary student
Port Dover area resident
Strong community service record
What expenses are eligible under Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship?
Community service and volunteer involvement.
Positive community leadership and service activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship?
You can contact The Port Dover Foundation by email at hello@portdoverfoundation.com or by phone at none.
Where is the Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship available?
The Port Dover Foundation Community Service Scholarship program is available the province of Ontario.