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KFC Foundation Scholarship

KFC Foundation Scholarship

Kentucky Fried Chicken Foundation
Posted January 22, 2025

About

Since 2006, the KFC Foundation has provided more than $36 million to support, empower, and serve joy to over 16,000 students, restaurant employees, and non-profits. Our charitable programs focus on education accessibility, financial & hardship assistance, and community giving.

Eligibility

Review the list of participating restaurants to confirm whether a restaurant is participating in the KFC Foundation Annual Donation program and is eligible.

Awards

Apply for up to $20,000 in scholarships to attend the two- or four-year college, trade school, or graduate school of your choice for the 2025-2026 academic year.

 

Summary

  1. Submit your application by February 17
    Your application will be reviewed to ensure it is complete and meets minimum eligibility requirements. If applying for the $10,000 or $20,000 scholarship, you will need to provide financial information and complete an additional essay.
  2. A panel of judges will score your essay(s)
    Scholarship recipients are selected based on their essay score.
  3. Get notified of your result
    All applicants will be notified via email on April 28 if they will be awarded a scholarship or not.
  4. Complete the scholarship acceptance form
    Winners are required to complete the scholarship acceptance form by May 4. If the acceptance form is not completed by the deadline, the scholarship will be forfeited and awarded to the next in line.
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