It appears that the four scholarships listed below can all be applied for using the same application; however, the criteria may differ for each one.

Scholarships - Big Brothers Big Sisters Miramichi (bbbsmiramichi.com)

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS / BOYS & GIRLS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

One graduate from each of the following High Schools will receive the $2000 Big Brothers Big Sisters / Boys & Girls Club Scholarship.

Criteria for selection:

1. Financial need:  you need financial support to go to College or University.
   Tell us about your situation and include the paperwork listed in the application.
2. Volunteering – you give your time to help others.
   Tell us about your volunteer work; where do you help out in the community?

You are eligible to apply for this Scholarship if you are graduating from:

• Miramichi Valley High School
• North & South Esk Regional
• James M Hill
• Carrefour Beausoleil
• Blackville School

To be eligible for the scholarship you must:

• demonstrate financial need to go to post-secondary school
• be a 2021 High School Graduate
• be registered in a program at a University, College, or Trade School for the next school year
• maintain a minimum average of 75%

To be considered for this scholarship you must provide:

• a completed and signed application form, including the expenses and income information
• a document that indicates financial need (Current pay stub and Line 150 Taxable Income as stated on the most recent Notice of Assessment)
• 2 letters of references: 1) who knows you personally 1) who will validate your volunteer involvement
• a copy of your most recent school transcript
• a copy of your letter of acceptance from your University, College or Trade School

       Applications Close May 7, 2021

DOROTHY CREIGHTON MEMORIAL BURSARY

Eligibility:  A 2021 graduate pursuing their first year of post-secondary education who has previously been involved in a Mentoring Match through Miramichi Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Criteria:

1. 2021 Graduate
2. Must be going on to study at College or University
3. $1000.00 one-time Bursary paid directly to your Financial Institution
4. Must have been involved in a Mentoring Match through Miramichi Big Brothers Big Sisters

Applications Close May 7, 2021

FORSYTHE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility:  A student pursuing their first year of post-secondary education who has previously been involved in Mentoring through Miramichi Big Brothers Big Sisters

Criteria:

1. Be a 2021 High School Graduate
2. Prior involvement in a Miramichi Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentoring Match
3. Scholastic Achievement
4. Involvement in Activities outside of school
5. Financial Need

This scholarship is to be awarded annually; the scholarship is non-renewable and only awarded within the first year of high school graduation upon written confirmation from post-secondary institution.  This $2000. scholarship is paid directly to the College / University in the name of the student selected.

Applications Close May 7, 2021

MENTORING IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility:  A student pursuing their first year of post-secondary education who has previously been involved in Mentoring through Miramichi Big Brothers Big Sisters

Criteria:

1. High School Grad from a local high school; going on to attend a 2, 3, or 4 year technical program majoring in scientific, engineering, medical or technology fields.
2. Student most improved in grade 12
3. Preference for prior involvement in a BBBS Mentoring Match

This scholarship is to be awarded annually; the scholarship is non-renewable and only awarded within the first year of high school graduation upon written confirmation from post-secondary institution.  This $2500 scholarship is paid directly to the College / University in the name of the student selected.

Applications Close May 7, 2021