Investing in Berrien County's Future Leaders.

A partnership between Berrien Forward and Berrien Connection to support students pursuing education, trade, military service, or apprenticeship opportunities.

About The Program

Civic Leadership Scholarships.

Civic leadership starts young. In partnership with Berrien Connection, we support Berrien County students committed to their future and community.

2027 Scholarship

Invest in the Next Generation of Civic Leaders

Scholarships supporting Berrien County students pursuing college, trade school, military service, or apprenticeship.

Scholarship

$2,000

Civic Leadership 2027 Scholarship

Berrien Forward x Berrien Connection

Requirements

Eligibility Requirements

You must meet all four criteria listed below to be considered eligible. Applications that do not meet all requirements will not be reviewed.

Enrolled in Berrien County

Currently a high school student or senior at a Berrien County school.

Post-Secondary Plans

Planning to pursue college, trade school, military, or apprenticeship.

U.S. Citizen or Resident

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to apply.

One Submission Only

Only one application per student will be accepted per cycle.

Partnership

Two Organizations. One Mission.

Berrien Forward and Berrien Connection have joined forces to remove barriers and fund the next generation of local leaders.

Be First to Know

Applications Open January 2027. Don't Miss Out.

Sign up below and we will notify you the moment the Civic Leadership 2027 Scholarship application portal goes live. No spam, just one email when it matters.

Events

Ready to Apply?

Applications open January 1, 2027. Sign up below to be notified when the application portal opens.

$2,000 Award

All Paths Welcome

Opens Jan 2027