Scholarship Requirements & Descriptions
Completed applications must be submitted by March 31, 2024 to be considered for the scholarships.
There will be no exceptions to this deadline. Hand delivered applications will not be accepted.
All scholarships require applicants to meet eligibility and then complete and submit the JACGP Application. An official High School transcript is also required for each application.
Any questions regarding the application process should be sent to: jacgp.contactus@gmail.com.
JACGP Community Awards
The JACGP Community Awards are granted to students who have demonstrated outstanding engagement in activities with various community organizations. A student cannot receive both a Community Award and Leo Goto Memorial Service Award, but can apply for both.
For more details: JACGP Community Awards
JACGP Leo Goto Memorial Service Awards
The JACGP Leo Goto Memorial Service Awards are granted to students based upon their community service efforts and the personal sacrifice they have demonstrated among local Japanese American organizations. A student cannot receive both a Community Award and Leo Goto Memorial Service Award, but can apply for both.
This award also requires 1-2 Letters of Recommendation from an organizer of a volunteer program you’ve been a part of.
For more details: JACGP Leo Goto Memorial Service Awards
DBT Judo Dojo Sensei Memorial Scholarship
The DBT Judo Dojo Sensei Memorial Scholarship is granted to a student who shows outstanding involvement in the sport of Judo, as a dedication to the memory of Rocky Mountain Region Senseis.
For more details: DBT Judo Dojo Sensei Memorial Scholarship
Gary Lee Higa Friendship Award
The Gary Lee Higa Friendship Award is granted to a student who has prepared an expressive work in the spirit of “Friendship,” to honor Gary Lee Higa.
For more details: Gary Lee Higa Friendship Award
Robin Furuta Memorial Scholarship Award
The Robin Furuta Memorial Scholarship Award is granted to a student who has created an expressive piece in the realm of the Arts, to honor Robin Furuta.
For more details: Robin Furuta Memorial Scholarship Award
Toshiaki and Jayne Yoshimura Award
The Toshiaki and Jayne Yoshimura Award is granted to a student who displays scholastic dedication, honoring Yoshimura’s spirit of independent thought.
For more details: Toshiaki and Jayne Yoshimura Award
Clara S. and Hideo Hirose Memorial Scholarship
Clara Shindo Hirose and Dr. Hideo Hirose believed in education, service and community. This award was created to remember and honor them.
For more details: Clara S. and Hideo Hirose Memorial Scholarship
Booklet Cover Design
The JACGP Committee is sponsoring a cover design contest for the graduation dinner’s program booklet.
For more details: Booklet Cover Design
VISIT JACGP.COM
Read about the various scholarships and eligibility requirements, and find ways to get involved in the community.
CREATE ACCOUNT
Create an ID and password on the JACGP.COM application portal. All of your required documents are kept here.
VOLUNTEER
If you are interested in a scholarship with volunteer requirements, fullfill those hours and collect Letters of Attestation.
UPLOAD LETTERS
As you collect Letters of Attestation, upload them to the JACGP portal for safe keeping.
ACCESS ACCOUNT
As soon as you begin your senior year, you may apply for a JACGP scholarship. Log in to the JACGP portal to begin.
CHECK ELIGIBILITY
Before you complete the application forms, be sure to confirm your eligibility. Each scholarship has different requirements.
SUBMIT
Once the application form is completed, you are ready to submit. Be sure to apply before the Spring deadline.
