Many students receive scholarships from private sources.
Civic, professional and religious organizations, businesses and corporations, unions, fraternities, sororities and clubs often sponsor scholarship programs. Contact local and national organizations or foundations that may have an interest in your background. Check with clubs and groups to which a parent or relative belongs. Check with community organizations and civic groups such as the Jaycees, Kiwanis, Elks, American Legion, YMCA, 4-H Club, Girl and Boy Scouts and the Chamber of Commerce. The local library or your high school counselor can also provide scholarship information to you.