The 2025-2026 Scholarship Applications Are Now Closed

About Scholarships

Our scholarship program is a testament to the unwavering support of our generous donors. Their dedication to nurturing talent and fostering educational opportunities is at the heart of our mission. These committed individuals firmly believe in empowering the next generation by providing vital financial assistance to deserving students who demonstrate academic excellence, dedication, and a passion for learning. Through their generosity, we effectively reduce the financial barriers that hinder access to quality education, enabling talented individuals to pursue their dreams and reach their full potential.

Our scholarships cover a diverse range of fields and disciplines, reflecting our commitment to supporting a broad spectrum of interests and career aspirations. We take immense pride in our role as catalysts for positive change and personal growth. Our scholarship recipients excel academically and actively contribute to their communities, leaving a lasting impact on society. This program serves as a testament to our donors’ dedication to creating a brighter, more equitable future for all, thanks to their continued support and belief in the power of education.

Scholarship Opportunities

Students can explore a diverse array of scholarship opportunities below. Each scholarship fund is unique in its objectives and supports various paths and endeavors, catering to various individuals and their aspirations.

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Interested in learning more about our scholarships? Have questions about submitting your application? Find answers to frequently asked questions and more.

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If you have additional questions or are interested in volunteering to review scholarship applications, contact scholarships@nocofoundation.org.

The Austin J. Hart Entrepreneurial Scholarship

The Austin J. Hart Entrepreneurial Scholarship is available to students who exemplify the entrepreneurial spirit and are studying or plan to study business, economics, or finance at Colorado State University. 

Scholarship Amount: $4,000
Number of Awards Available: 1

Charmayne Gooch Arts Scholarship

The Charmayne Gooch Arts Scholarship is available to Larimer County students who have the potential to succeed but may not have attained sufficient academic achievement to place them in a position to receive other scholarships.

Scholarship Amount: $5,000
Number of Awards Available: 3

Dean and Vay Lousberg Scholarship

The Dean and Vay Lousberg Scholarship is available to students who are graduating or have graduated from one of the following high schools: Haxtun, Sterling, Caliche, Fleming, Merino, or Prairie. 

Scholarship Amount: $2,000
Number of Awards Available: 3

Eastern Colorado Scholarship

The Eastern Colorado Scholarship is available to students living in the following Eastern Colorado Counties: Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Washington, Sedgwick, and Yuma.

Scholarship Amount: $2,500
Number of Awards Available: 4

Fort Collins High School Alumni Scholarship

This Fort Collins High School Alumni Scholarship is available to Fort Collins High School seniors with a 3.75 GPA or above.

Scholarship Amount: $6,000
Number of Awards Available: 2

Kirsten L. Tool Memorial Scholarship

The Kirsten L. Tool Scholarship is awarded to a cadet in the AFROTC DET90 at CSU or UNC and is a current sophomore or junior who will be a junior or senior in the Air Force ROTC program in the fall of the next year; the applicant must excel in military and academic pursuits.

Scholarship Amount: $2,500
Number of Awards Available: 1

Larimer County Scholarship

The Larimer County Scholarship is awarded to students who have participated in community or philanthropic activities designed to strengthen our community. Activities could include volunteering and fundraising to then provide funding to local nonprofits or school-based initiatives.  

Scholarship Amount: $4,000
Number of Awards Available: 2

Linda Norton Good Neighbor Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to support exceptional students within the Poudre School District who aspire to pursue degrees in finance, economics, business, or real estate. 

Scholarship Amount: $2,000
Number of Awards Available: 1

Logan County Nurses Scholarship

The Logan County Nurses Scholarship is available to nursing students who reside in Logan County and have been accepted into a nursing program working towards a ADN, BSN, or MSN.

Scholarship Amount: $2,000
Number of Awards Available: 2

Roy and Linda Funk Scholarship

The Roy and Linda Funk Scholarship Fund is available to students who are graduating or have graduated from one of the following high schools: Bennett, Strasburg, Byers, Deer Trail, Agate, or Limon. 

Scholarship Amount: $2,500
Number of Awards Available: 3

Stephen J. Roy Memorial Scholarship

The Stephen J. Roy scholarship is available to high school seniors who reside in Larimer County and are interested in law, government, debate, or similar law-related educational activities.

Scholarship Amount: $3,000
Number of Awards Available: 1

Susan McGraw Habitat for Humanity Scholarship

The Susan McGraw Scholarship is need-based and available only to individuals/family members partnering with and living in Habitat for Humanity communities in Berthoud, Fort Collins, or Loveland and who seek to further their education to enhance their employment prospects. 

Scholarship Amount: $3,000
Number of Awards Available: 2

Scholarships Frequently Asked Questions

Thanks to the generosity of our community, the NoCo Foundation oversees the administration of diverse scholarship funds established by individuals, families, and businesses. These scholarships cover a wide range, spanning high school and college students. The scholarship opportunities available can be based on merit, financial need, or a student’s interests and background. To discover a scholarship that aligns with your goals and aspirations, you can explore the scholarship database and follow the necessary steps to apply.

Eligibility requirements vary by scholarship. Opportunities can be based on merit, financial need, student interests, and background. See our list of opportunities listed above to find a scholarship for you.

Our scholarship cycle opens every year in mid-January.

Applicants will be notified beginning in May.

Scholarship funds are sent directly to your school or university by the end of July. Please email scholarships@nocofoundation.org if you have any questions or concerns.

Yes! We have a universal application; after filling that out, scholarship opportunities will populate for which you qualify.

Please reference this help article for information on creating an account.

We have an online portal that allows applicants to save and edit their work and apply for multiple opportunities without having to re-enter their basic personal information. View an online tutorial on how to complete your application.

After an application is submitted and the deadline to apply passes, our wonderful volunteers review and score applications. Once their scores are tallied, and the winner is chosen, we will alert the chosen students to fill out acceptance paperwork. After completing this paperwork, we will alert those students who didn’t receive a scholarship. We will send the award directly to your school in the summer before the Fall semester.

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Ask it here. Email our scholarship team or give us a call at 970.224.3462.

Torie Wolf

Torie Wolf

2021 Charmayne Gooch Arts Scholarship

“Thank you so much for creating a scholarship that is for kids like me. I feel like a lot of people in society forget about the more creative and less normal individuals. We are normally not the ones getting written about in the paper and often scholarships committees might not see us worth their time. That being said, thank you for creating one that is specific for kids like me and really encourages us to succeed. It’s because of people like you that I personally feel confident and supported in my abilities. You have no idea how much this scholarship will help me in my next academic year and I’m so excited to be able to be one of your recipients and again cannot thank you enough!”