Calgary Foundation · Regional
John and Ann Scheer Memorial Award
About this award
Get $1,000 for your tuition if you are a graduating Grade 12 student from a Wheatland County high school — apply by June 1, 2026.
You can receive one award valued at $1,000. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you have faced personal challenges with perseverance and have spent significant time volunteering in your local community. You must apply by June 1, 2026. When you apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you will hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through their portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to tuition. Confirm with Calgary Foundation if the funds go straight to your school's financial office or if there is another process. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you are counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it is a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate, Diploma, Degree — study level
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Draft and revise your essays~10 hours
Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.
Submit by Jun 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
The biggest mistake is listing a few random events you attended.
Winners instead show a deep commitment to one or two causes over several years.
List the specific number of hours you volunteered and the actual impact you had on the community.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic character reference.
Winners provide letters from supervisors who can specifically describe the moments you showed perseverance or leadership while volunteering.
The biggest mistake is focusing only on your grades.