Opportunities for Our Students and Families
It is the priority of the Manatee Education Foundation to improve the quality of education for each student in Manatee County. We strive to fund grants and programs that offer innovative learning to our students. A list of events and opportunities including links for additional information:
List of Available Scholarships
2026 Manatee Arts Education Council Young Artist Scholarships
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Area of Study: Visual and Performing Arts
About/Eligibility: The Manatee Arts Education Council sponsors an annual scholarship program for students who have excelled in the visual and performing arts. Scholarships will be given out in seven categories, including Visual Art, Band, Chorus, Dance, Film, Orchestra, and Theatre. Scholarships will be awarded on April 29th, 2026, at the Herrig Center for the Arts at a reception starting at 6:30PM.
Number of Awards: Seven (7)
Award: $1,000 per scholar
2026 Mary Glass Civic Leadership Scholarship
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Area of Study: Student Leadership
Eligibility: Senior in Manatee County Public Schools, Public Charter Schools, or Home Schooled
Number of Awards: One (1)
Award: $2,500
Contact: Jeramiah Bowman, bowmanj@
2026 Suncoast Credit Union Scholarship
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Area of Study: Various
Eligibility: Graduating Manatee County senior attending traditional public or charter school or participating in home school or distance learning options sanctioned by the School District.; Demonstrated financial need; Enrolled in accredited 4-year college/university, 2-year college or technical school in Florida; Begin post-secondary school in 2026-2027 academic year; Use scholarship funds for tuition, required educational institutional fees, and/or other direct course related expenses required of all students enrolled in the course of instruction.
Number of Awards: Three (3)
Award: $3,000 per scholar