Scholarship Application is Open!

Application Deadline: April 19, 2024! The Spike Jorgensen Scholarship is awarded annually to students from Coalition for Education Equity member school districts (see list of member districts here) who show strong promise in overcoming academic, personal, or societal obstacles to excel in his or her chosen area of post-secondary education. Since its inception in 2011, the scholarship has awarded $30,000 to 19 students across the state of Alaska. 

This scholarship honors Spike Jorgensen for decades of effective work transforming the educational facilities and programs serving Alaska’s students. As the founder of CEAAC (now Coalition for Education Equity), he has contributed significantly to the education, safety, and life fulfillment of many thousands of children. Through this scholarship, Coalition for Education Equity honors him with sincere gratitude for his leadership. 

This year’s scholarship application deadline is April 19, 2024. Renewal applications must be received by May 24, 2024. Find the application here.