There is no quick shortcut to locating scholarships. Additionally, while many scholarships are reported to go unclaimed each year, typically this is due to donor restrictions which are so narrow that few students even qualify. Most scholarships have broad general qualifications which many applicants will meet. Consequently, there are often many applicants for each scholarship. The successful student is one who will independently pursue possible sources with attention to application details, requirements, and deadlines.
Searches take time, but are often profitable.
Scholarships may be based purely on merit or may be partially based on financial need. Don't automatically assume your family will have no need. With the cost of attending college increasing each year, students from higher and higher income families will find they can demonstrate financial need. This publication is generally available in the late fall at high schools and local colleges for the upcoming academic year. Additionally, ineligible applicants create a great burden of time and money on the sponsoring organizations which frequently must respond to these requests.