Stanley & Janet Zisk Scholarship

This scholarship will provide ongoing support for individuals whose lives have been impacted, and maybe traumatized, by challenging circumstances (death of a significant family member; domestic violence; sexual abuse; poverty; extraordinary illness, etc.), but who because of their motivation, have the potential to be successfully enriched by an educational opportunity, and who might otherwise miss the opportunity to attend college if it were not for the support offered through this grant. Must have demonstrated financial need, a GPA of 3.5 or less, and be accepted and enrolled in a college or university in the state of Hawai'i.

Requirements:

  1. College Acceptance Letter (if you are attending a college or university for the first time or currently enrolled college student changing schools or degree programs)
  2. Official Transcript of Grades
  3. Student Aid Report (SAR)
  4. Minimum GPA 2.0 - 3.5
  5. Attending a college or university in the state of Hawai`i

Additional items required:
• Submit two letters of recommendation; one from a social worker or social service agency describing the challenging circumstances; and the second from an employer or teacher, counseor if not employed.