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Scholarships and Awards
Scholarships
Florida FCCLA is proud to offer three different scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. Members may apply to receive financial aid in one of the three categories:
Bachelor Degree Scholarship
The Florida State Association will award one or more scholarships up to $1,500.00 annually to outstanding FCCLA senior(s) planning to enroll in an accredited Florida college or university to major in a Family and Consumer Sciences related occupation at the bachelor’s degree level.
Associate/Certificate Degree Scholarship
The Florida State Association will award one or more scholarships up to $1,000.00 annually to outstanding FCCLA senior(s) planning to enroll in a vocational/technical school, community college, or junior college in a Family and Consumer Sciences related occupation.
Leadership Development Scholarship
The Florida State Association will award up to one or more scholarships up to $1,000 annually to attend the National Leadership Conference. This Scholarship Award is awarded to those individuals who have demonstrated leadership ability and dedication to FCCLA goals. The purpose of this scholarship is to aid eligible individuals to attend the national Leadership Conference.
Event Management Scholarship – 2025 State Leadership Conference
Premier Meeting Services is proud to sponsor a $1,000 scholarship designed to support the future leaders in event management. This scholarship is exclusively available to students of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), who have demonstrated exceptional skills and interest in the field of event management.
Our aim is to encourage and financially assist young, aspiring event professionals in their educational pursuits.
This scholarship represents our commitment to nurturing the next generation of event management professionals and our belief in the FCCLA’s mission to promote personal growth and leadership development in the event management industry.
Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Scholarship – 2025 State Leadership Conference
Sponsored by The Culinary Institute of America, members participating in the Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Competitive Events are eligible to receive the scholarships being offered.
Johnson & Wales University Scholarship (For ALL FCCLA Members!)
All students who are involved in CTSOs and share their organization affiliation on their application to JWU will automatically receive $2,000, no matter their level of involvement. Each of these students will have the ability to apply for an additional $3,000 based upon their involvement and achievement within their organization.
Awards
As we reflect on the incredible efforts and achievements within the Florida FCCLA community, it is with great pleasure that we announce the commencement of the submission period for the 2025 Florida FCCLA Awards. These awards are designed to recognize and celebrate the outstanding contributions of both advisers and members who have dedicated themselves to the success and growth of our organization.
The following awards will be presented at this year’s State Leadership Conference:
Middle School Member of the Year
This award aims to honor an FCCLA member in the 6th, 7th, or 8th grade who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and service within their chapter and community.
High School Member of the Year
This award aims to honor an FCCLA member in the 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and service within their chapter and community.
Chapter Officer of the Year
Recognizing the exemplary leadership and commitment of a chapter officer who has gone above and beyond to foster a positive and thriving FCCLA chapter.
Adviser of the Year
This prestigious award acknowledges an adviser who has shown unparalleled dedication, mentorship, and support to their FCCLA chapter and its members.
FCCLA Spirit
Awarded to a member or chapter that embodies the spirit of FCCLA through enthusiasm, participation, and advocacy.
Outstanding Community Service
Honors a chapter that has significantly contributed to their community through the State Community Service Partner, We Help Two.
Exemplary Social Media Engagement
Highlights the chapter that has utilized social media most effectively to promote FCCLA and its programs.
Career Readiness
Rewards a chapter that has excelled in integrating career exploration and preparation through FCCLA activities.