KJCA Scholarship

One of the objectives of the Kona Japanese Civic Association is to preserve the unique legacy of the many contributions of persons of Japanese ancestry to the Kona community.  It is also our objective to support cultural and educational programs that promote awareness and pride in our Japanese heritage.  We hope that by offering these scholarships we bring awareness to our legacy and heritage.

We will award two $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors in West Hawaii with financial needs who will be attending an accredited two- or four-year college or university.  Home-schooled seniors and students of any ethnic background are invited to apply.

Applicants will be judged on a 600-word essay based on their awareness of and how the Japanese culture influenced them, as well as financial need, academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular high school activities and volunteer with community organizations.

Submittal Deadline:  The scholarship application and essay must be postmarked by March 22, 2019.

Click here by download information and application.