# Don & Debbie Bankson Scholarship Endowment Fund

> Amount varies from Community Foundation of the North State. Deadline Feb 24, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/don-debbie-bankson-scholarship-endowment-fund
- Provider: Community Foundation of the North State (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Deadline Feb 24, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ca
- Official page: https://cfnorthstate.org/grant/scholarships/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Don & Debbie Bankson Scholarship Endowment Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of the North State, is designed to help local youth pursue a college education. This program is specifically for students from Shasta County who demonstrate strong academic achievement and a dedicated background in community service. 

To be considered for this funding, applicants must complete the foundation's Universal Scholarship Application. This online system matches students with multiple local opportunities based on their eligibility. Depending on the specific requirements of the program, applicants may also need to submit additional materials, such as essays or letters of recommendation. While this scholarship is not directly managed by federal or state financial aid programs, students are generally encouraged to complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application to establish overall financial need. The deadline to submit the application for this scholarship is February 24, 2027.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CA
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- Must be a Shasta County youth with strong academics and community service.

## How to apply

Apply online using the Universal Scholarship Application portal.

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