Your Future Starts Here

We invest in our inspiring teens to give them opportunities to pursue their dreams and become young leaders who will shape our world. 

Making college accessible and affordable to hard-working, under-resourced students is of the utmost importance. The scholarship support offered in conjunction with our partners creates life changing opportunities for local youth, and allows universities to attract motivated, dedicated students.

Every year, nine scholarships are available for the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha teen members. These scholarships are made possible by the generosity of Carthage College and Herzing University. These gifts provide inspiring Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha teens access to pursue their dreams to attend college and become young leaders who will shape our world.

Carthage College Buchanan Scholarship Program

Carthage College has pledged to award up to seven- 4-year scholarship to teen members of the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha. A scholarship committee consisting of representatives from both Carthage College and the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha will select scholarship recipients.

Criteria and how to apply

Herzing University Scholarship Program

Herzing University has pledged to award two 4-year scholarships to teen members of the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha who enroll in an associate or bachelor’s degree program at Herzing University after graduating from high school. A scholarship committee consisting of representatives from both Herzing University and Boys & Girls Club will select scholarship recipients.

The scholarship is inteneded to be a “debt‐free full‐ride”, which means the cost of all tuition, fees, and books will be covered in full after federal, state, institutional, and other grants or scholarships are applied for and accepted by the student, when eligible.

Required Application Materials

• A copy of your high school transcript (preference given to students with higher GPAs).
• Two letters of recommendation. At least one recommendation must be from the Club Manager or the Careers and Education Coordinator from your Boys & Girls Club location. One recommendation may be from a teacher or employer/manager.
• A 500 to 1000 word essay that addresses the following question: How has the Boys & Girls Club and community involvement/volunteer work impacted your life and career goals?

How to Apply

To apply, students must submit this form and all required materials listed above to [email protected].

Any questions about the scholarship and/or application process can be directed to [email protected].