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Delivering Excellence Scholarship

The Bear’s Den Charitable Foundation – Delivering Excellence Scholarship Program reflects the commitment to providing Indigenous youth with educational opportunities through $1,000 scholarship awards to pursue their dreams in higher education.

To apply, applicants must be high school seniors, who plan to enroll in higher education at an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school upon graduation. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher. In addition to submitting the online application form, applicants must submit a 500-1,000 word essay that describes how the candidate delivered excellence in their community, school, and/or family, and submit 2 letters of recommendation from guidance counselors and/or teachers.

Applicants must submit online application with supporting documentation by Friday, May 1, 2026. Preference will be given to eligible applicants who are enrolled tribal members. For further details, see our Scholarship Policy.

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