Golden LEAF Scholars Program

To assist the citizens of North Carolina who reside in rural counties designated as tobacco dependent and/or economically distressed communities by providing financial assistance to aid their educational and training endeavors.
Provide financial support for North Carolinians seeking to improve the economic situation of their families through enrollment in higher education.
Provide financial support for North Carolinians seeking to improve the economic situation of their families through enrollment in training leading to State or industry-recognized credentials.
Please note: The amount of the scholarship awarded is dependent upon income available and may vary from year to year.

Award
Varies
Scopes
General Scholarships
Deadline
04/15/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. NC County of Residence
    • How long have you lived in this county?
    • What county do you reside in?
  2. Golden LEAF Other Information
    • Has anyone in your household lost their job in the past two years?
    • Has anyone in your household transitioned from a full-time job to a part-time job?
    • Have members of your immediate family worked for or owned a farming or agricultural related business now or in the past?
    • Have you or members of your immediate family been employed in traditional industries such as furniture, textiles, or tobacco manufacturing?
    • Please list all campus and community service activities you are currently involved in:
  3. Golden LEAF Use of Funds
    • Golden LEAF Use of Funds
    • If you using funds for childcare and/or transportation, please acknowledge the applicable statements below:
  4. Golden LEAF Certification