Hollister Rotary Scholarship

Hollister Rotary Scholarship

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The Rotary Club of Hollister is deeply committed to supporting the next generation of leaders in San Benito County. Through our annual scholarship program, we invest in local students who demonstrate dedication, integrity, and a desire to make a positive impact in their communities.

These scholarships reflect our belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to pursue their educational goals and unlock their full potential. By easing the financial burden of higher education, we aim to empower students to dream boldly, learn passionately, and build a brighter future for themselves—and for our entire county.

The intent of the Hollister Rotary Scholarship Program is to provide financial support to high school seniors or college student transfers residing in San Benito County and who will be attending either a two-year college, four-year university, or certified vocational training institute.

A Completed Application Includes:

1. ACTIVITY SHEET
Include activity sheet listing extracurricular and/or volunteer activities.

2. TRANSCRIPT OF GRADES
Include your most recent official school transcript
A minimum of 3.0 GPA is required.

3. COUNCELOR'S REPORT

Hollister Rotary Club Scholarship Application Counselor

Please have a Counselor fill out the "Counselor's Report" signed and dated.

5. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Provide 2 letters of recommendation only.

  • One letter from a teacher, academic advisor, or educator.
  • One letter from a community member.

School letters must be on official school letterhead. All letters must be signed and dated.

6. PERSONAL ESSAY

Please submit an essay for the Hollister Rotary Scholarship that addresses how you incorporate the four elements of the Four-Way test used by Rotary in your own life. The Four-Way Test is used by Rotary club members as litmus test for what we think, say, or do and it goes like this:

First... Is it the TRUTH?
Second... Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Third... Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS
Fouth... Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned

Applications will be processed through the Community Foundation for San Benito County and presented to the Hollister Rotary Scholarship committee for final selection. There are no restrictions on the class of eligible students based on race, creed, religion or sex.