The loss of a parent at any age is difficult.  At the Phoenix Foundation, we want to help you continue to evolve and grow by providing the opportunity of education to help you reach your goals.

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Phoenix Flame Criteria:

• Have at least one deceased parent

• Essay of 500-800 words (See prompts below)

• Scholarship reference form completed by teacher, administrator, or someone in a similar leadership role

• Read and submit signed terms and conditions page 

• Pursuing a degree at a four-year college or university

• Unweighted 3.5 high school GPA or 3.0 college GPA

• Minimum of 12 credit hours per semester

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Essay Prompts:

Your essay should be double spaced, 12pt font, Times New Roman, and be between 500-800 words.

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• First time applicant prompt:

  • How have you demonstrated resilience in your personal journey and academic work?​

• Returning applicant prompt: 

  • In the next three years, how do you plan to promote and uphold our core values in your field or community?

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Additional Details:

• You must submit your birth certificate and parent's death certificate

• Official transcripts must be sent from your school digitally or in a sealed envelope

• The committee will NOT read more than 3 references

• Spring disbursement is contingent on submission of completed fall course load and maintained GPA

• Scholarship due dates posted on home page

• Completed documents must be mailed to:

  • Phoenix Foundation of Central Florida P.O. Box 541868, Merritt Island, FL 32954

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