NHS Education Foundation offers scholarships

The nhsef.org/" target="_blank">Niwot High School Education Foundation (NHSEF), a 501(c)(3) organization composed entirely of volunteers, will be awarding scholarships to NHS seniors at the end of March. Applications will be accepted beginning on Feb. 19.

This year, NHSEF will be awarding three $2,000 scholarships: The “Pursuit for Education” scholarship, the “Founding Directors” scholarship, and the “Trade/Vocational/Technical School” scholarship. More details regarding each scholarship can be found on the NHSEF website at nhsef.org/scholarships.

Applicants must complete the FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), submit a copy of their Student Aid Report, and provide a transcript and reference letters.

The scholarships are designed to benefit motivated students who recognize the power and impact of continuing education after high school, contribute service to their community or school, or have a commitment to trade school/apprenticeship.

The NHSEF, founded by a group of parents, staff and students, led by the late Eli Buzas, celebrated its 30th anniversary last year and has been providing students who need financial aid with scholarships since its founding. Their funding is primarily raised through its annual auction (which will be held this year online from April 9 to April 13), donations from Colorado Gives Day, as well as generous donations from individuals and businesses in the community. Donations may be accepted at any time at their website, nhsef.org/donate.

The NHSEF annual auction will include over 100 items generously donated by local businesses including restaurants, photographers, golf courses, jewelers, spa therapists, travel packages, museums, furniture, and decor stores.

Families with students still at Niwot High School may be interested in auction items such as reserved parking spaces for the 2025-2026 school year, birthday greetings on the electronic sign in front of the school, event tickets, and family activity passes.

If you have questions about contributing to the scholarships or what else the Education Foundation does at NHS, visit the website at nhsef.org or send an email to nhsefscholarships@gmail.com. You can also follow them on social media on Instagram @niwothighschool_edfoundation and Facebook by searching for “Niwot High School Education Foundation.”