Scholarships Available Through Friends of Parks 

By The Times of Noblesville | April 7, 2025

The group Friends of Hamilton County Parks, Inc. is excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 Youth Recreation Leader Scholarship Program. This initiative is designed to increase diversity in the parks and recreation field by providing support to talented high school juniors from traditionally underrepresented groups. Five students will be selected as recipients and each student will receive a $1500.00 YRLS grant in September of 2025.

The scholarship offers a unique opportunity for students to engage with Hamilton County’s parklands while pursuing careers in parks and recreation. In addition to financial support, recipients will gain valuable experience by attending FHCPI Board meetings.

Key Details:

  • Eligibility: High school juniors in Hamilton County
  • Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
  • Required Materials: Resume, written submission, and three letters of reference
  • Board Meeting Attendance: Monthly, on the third Wednesday of each month, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Assistance in organizing at least two youth forums, titled Conversations with Future Leaders in Parks and Rec, equiping high school students with the knowledge, tools, and resources to explore careers in this sector.

Important Dates:

  • Application Opens: April 1, 2025
  • Application Closes: July 31, 2025
  • Review Period: Aug. 1-31, 2025
  • Winners Announced: Week of Sept. 8, 2025
  • Scholarship Awarded: Sept. 22, 2025, at the On Par for Parks Golf Outing

Interested students should submit their complete application package to [email protected] by the deadline.

This scholarship reflects FHCPI’s commitment to advancing the development, promotion, and preservation of Hamilton County’s public parks and green spaces. By investing in the next generation of park and recreation leaders, FHCPI is ensuring the future vitality of our community’s natural spaces.

For more information and to download the application requirements form, please visit the Friends of Hamilton County Parks website at https://www.friendsofhamiltoncountyparks.org/.

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