Our scholarship funds were established by generous individuals, families, businesses and organizations to ensure that students have the opportunity to pursue their educational dreams. The Mervin Sluizer, Jr. Scholarship Fund was created in 1992 by alumni of Philadelphia Troop 185, Boy Scouts of America, for the purpose of helping worthy scouts pursue higher education.
Eligibility for the Mervyn Sluizer, Jr. Scholarship
-Have been active in the Boy Scouts of America for at least five years, and must be currently active at the time of application
-Have attained the rank of Eagle
-Have demonstrated responsible leadership as a Scout for a period of at least one year
-Exemplify the ideals of Scouting in his life and by his activities
-Be at least in his last year of high school at the time of application
-Reside in in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties in Pennsylvania or Burlington, Camden and Gloucester Counties in New Jersey
For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.