SAGINAW, Mich. — If you’re planning for college, community college, trade school or a career training program, the Saginaw Community Foundation (SCF) has officially opened its 2026 scholarship applications — and there are more opportunities than ever to get help paying for your education. Applications are due Feb. 13, 2026.
SCF offers 255+ different scholarships, and with just one online application, you can be considered for multiple awards — including big ones like the Saginaw Promise Zone scholarship. Many scholarships go to more than one student, and it’s possible to earn several awards at once.
You can find instructions, start your application or browse scholarships at saginawfoundation.org/scholarships. Scholarships are available not only for Saginaw County students, but also for students from Bay and Midland counties and even other parts of Michigan.
“Education is vital to the growth and future of every community,” said Reneé Johnston, SCF president and CEO. “Scholarships can help people in our region obtain a degree, certificate or other training that will help further their aspirations and goals.”
This year alone, SCF awarded 898 scholarships totaling $1.74 million to 518 students — the most in the foundation’s history.
Program officer Chamika Ford said those awards are possible because of generous local donors. “Our donors are individuals, families, civic groups and businesses who believe in the value of education,” she said. “They make the dream of higher education come true for so many students.”
New scholarship for career training programs
If you’re thinking of a hands-on career — HVAC, EMT, cosmetology and more — SCF now offers a new scholarship specifically for Career Training Program (CTP) students. These classes move fast, so the scholarship opens five times a year, with awards up to $2,000.
Application windows include:
- Oct. 15 – Nov. 1 (Deadline: Nov. 30)
- Dec. 15 – Jan. 1 (Deadline: Jan. 31)
- Feb. 15 – Mar. 1 (Deadline: Mar. 31)
- June 15 – July 1 (Deadline: July 31)
- Aug. 15 – Sept. 1 (Deadline: Sept. 30)
To learn more about the CTP scholarship or any SCF scholarship, visit saginawfoundation.org/scholarships or contact scholarship program officer Chamika Ford at (989) 755-0545 or chamika@saginawfoundation.org.
Since 1987, SCF has awarded more than $12.4 million in scholarships to help local students achieve their education and career goals.
