Donald Giles Vocational Scholarship Fund

The Donald Giles Vocational Scholarship Fund is administered by the Alaska Community Foundation. This program is designed specifically for students who reside in the Alaskan communities of Petersburg, Seward, or Homer. Applicants must be pursuing post-secondary training, professional certification, or a degree program focused on vocational or trade studies.

To apply, students must use the foundation’s online scholarship portal. The provider utilizes a single, centralized application system that matches applicants to multiple opportunities based on their educational background and experience. While the foundation does not explicitly state a requirement for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a state financial aid application for this specific fund, completing the FAFSA is generally recommended for students seeking post-secondary aid. Recipients can use the funding to help cover the costs of their trade or vocational education. For current application dates and deadlines, please see the official page.