This Holiday Season
Help An Eagle Soar
This year, we are proud to have awarded $1.15 million in student scholarships. The holidays are a meaningful time to give the gift of education.
Illuminating Minds. Enhancing Lives. Elevating the Community.
We Help Students Achieve Their Goals
Working together with individuals, organizations, and businesses in our community, we are able to help many students transform their lives through the power of a higher education and philanthropy.
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Scholarship Opportunities
Many scholarship opportunities are available for students through the Polk State College Foundation, Inc. The Foundation actively seeks private funding for endowed scholarships. These endowed scholarships often include special criteria established by the donor. The Polk State College Foundation Scholarship Committee selects applicants based on these stated criteria.
Learn How To
Become a
Donor
Gifts to Polk State College Foundation are recognized in a variety of ways according to giving level. Examples include: donor listing in Foundation publications and on the web site, and invitations to College and Foundation events. Significant contributions are eligible to receive permanent recognition at a Polk State College Campus or Center.
Read Stories of Our
Polk State
Alumni
The mission of the Polk State College Alumni Association is to engage, support, and enhance the relationship between alumni and Polk State College; as well as to support the mission of the college and the Foundation. Discover the extraordinary achievements of the selected Distinguished Alum from Polk State College.
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Polk State College celebrates 60th anniversary at Night of Legacy gala in support of Haines City-Davenport Campus
Polk State College marked its 60th diamond anniversary with a memorable A Night of Legacy gala, celebrating the institution’s longstanding commitment to education and community development. The evening, hosted by the Polk State College Foundation and presenting sponsor Citizens Bank & Trust, was filled with inspiring testimonials, heartfelt acknowledgments, and exciting announcements about the future of the […]
Polk State Physical Therapist Assistant student inspires at A Night of Legacy
Resilience, determination, and a deep-rooted passion have driven Katelyn Lain to excel in Polk State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Lain, 24, a graduate of Bob Jones University and fourth-generation Lakelander, returned to Polk County after a sports injury. Lain is a dedicated student and an avid athlete, running collegiate cross country and participating in […]
2025/2026 Scholarship Application Deadline Extended to March 14
Polk State College Foundation Scholarship Application Deadline Extended to March 14 The Polk State College Foundation has extended the application period for scholarships for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Originally set to close on February 28, the new deadline is now March 14. The Foundation awards approximately $1.2 million in scholarships annually. Students can visit polk.academicworks.com to create […]
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Polk State College celebrates 60th anniversary at Night of Legacy gala in support of Haines City-Davenport Campus
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