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Investing in our young people is one of the proudest things we do. Through scholarships, awards, and classes, FCAA helps our community learn, grow, and celebrate Filipino culture. Explore our education programs below.

FCAA Education Grant

The Filipino Community of Anchorage, Alaska, Inc. (FCAA) is now accepting applications for its 2027 Education Grant, which includes two awards. Applicants may apply for both awards, but only one (1) award will be granted per recipient.

Academic Scholarship Award

Honors outstanding academic achievement.

Excellence in the Arts, Sports, or Community Service Award

Celebrates recognized achievement in the arts, sports, or community service.

  • Application deadline: February 15, 2027

The deadline for submitting applications for both awards is February15, 2027. These awards will be presented to the successful applicants at the FCAA’s 2027 Annual Founding Anniversary Banquet and Ball on March 27, 2027.

WHO CAN APPLY

Academic Scholarship Award

  • Applicants must be children of current FCAA members. If applicant is 18 years of age, applicant must be a paid member.  Membership dues must be paid on or before December 31, 2026.
  • Applicants must be enrolled as a high school junior or senior student at the time of
  • The applicant must have a GPA of 3.5.
  • Applicants must actively participate in FCAA activities (e.g., the annual picnic, fundraising, and cultural or civic events).

Excellence in the Arts, Sports, or Community Service Award

  • Applicants must be children of current FCAA If applicant is 18 years of age, applicant must be a paid member.  Membership dues must be paid on or before December 31, 2026.
  • Applicants must be enrolled as a high school junior or senior student at the time of
  • The applicant must have received recognition for her/his achievements in the arts, sports, or community service.
  • Applicants must actively participate in FCAA activities (e.g., the annual picnic, fundraising, and cultural or civic events).

WHAT TO SUBMIT

Academic Scholarship Award
A. A typewritten essay of no more than 300 words that includes:
  • A description of yourself, your achievements in school and in your community, your educational plans, and your goals for the future.
  • A description of what and who inspired or influenced you to achieve academically.
  • Reasons why you deserve to receive this award.
  • An explanation of how this award will help you achieve your personal and educational goals.
B. A current official transcript of records from your school.
  • A current official transcript of records from your school.
  • Two letters of recommendation: one from a teacher and one from a friend or relative.
C. One (1) letter of recommendation from a teacher.
D. The completed application form including all required documents must be submitted to FCAA Inc Chairman Education Committee by mail or e-mail.

Mailed applications must be postmarked on or before February 15, 2027, and addressed to:

Filipino Community of Anchorage Alaska Inc

Attn: Education Committee

P.O. Box 243725

Anchorage, AK 99524-3725

E-mailed application must be sent to OAquino@aol.com on or before February 15, 2027.

A. A typewritten essay of no more than 300 words that includes:
  • A description of yourself, when you became interested and what sparked your interest in the arts, sports, or community service, and your goals for the
  • A description of what and who inspired or influenced you to achieve in the arts, sports, or in community service.
  • Reasons why you deserve to receive this
  • An explanation of how this award will help you achieve your personal and educational goals.
B. Proof of school enrollment and current grade level, such as a current transcript of records or a letter from your school registrar
  • Proof of school enrollment and current grade level, such as a current transcript of records or a letter from your school registrar.
  • A copy of certificates, awards, plaques, letters of recognition or appreciation, or any other document showing your achievements in the arts, sports, or community service.
C. A copy of certificates, awards, plaques, letters of recognition or appreciation, or any other document showing your achievements in the arts, sports, or community service.
D. The completed application form including all required documents must be submitted to FCAA Inc Chairman Education Committee by mail or e-mail.

Mailed applications must be postmarked on or before February 15, 2027, and addressed to:

Filipino Community of Anchorage Alaska, Inc

Attn: Chairman, Education Committee

P.O. Box 24372

Anchorage, AK 99524-3725

E-mailed applications must be sent to OAquino@aol.com on or before February 15, 2027.

NOTE: Applicant need only excel in one (1) category to be eligible for the Excellence in the Arts, Sports, or Community Service Award.

For inquiries, contact Oswald Aquino at (907) 351-3324.

Education Grant Application Form

Parent / Guardian (up to two)

School

References (two)

*For questions about the Education Grant, contact Oswald Aquino at (907) 830-3141.

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