The Swinford Family Scholarship is a $5,000.00 academic or trade scholarship for tuition to any higher
educational institution for one current Blountstown High School and Altha High School Senior. The following are requirements to apply:

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• The applicant must have attended Blountstown High School or Altha High School 9th-12th grades.

•  The applicant must be of good character and discipline.

• The applicant must be a student who will use the scholarship to its maximum benefit.

• The applicant must volunteer at least 10 hours of community service with the Calhoun County Community Foundation during 9th-12 grade. (this requirement is waived for the 2025 applicants.)

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Instructions for Applicants:
1. Upload into the form below a personal essay (at least 500 words) that includes the following information:

• A statement about yourself, your plans after high school and your future goals.

• List any character qualities that would make you a good candidate for this scholarship.

• List any community service, awards, accomplishments and activities participated in during high school.

• Tell us the story of any family member (immediate or extended) who served or is currently serving in the US Military or as a First Responder. 

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2. Complete the form below and submit with your essay.

3. Please submit your completed application no later than, April 30, 2025