WELCOME, STUDENTS!
Need help with the cost of your higher education? If you’re a local Arizona high school student graduating in 2026, then you’re in the right place! Get started by registering now, because we start accepting scholarship applications here on November 1, 2025.
HELP US CELEBRATE 40 YEARS OF GIVING IN 2026
We launched our scholarship program in 1986 with one award for $500 and big plans… and kept right on growing. This coming May, we’re poised to award over half a million dollars in scholarships to deserving students to assist with college tuition, books and fees!
TOTAL SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED THROUGH 2025
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
Kiwanis of Carefree has been helping students and families with scholarships for nearly 40 years. Will you be the next awardee?
ANTHONY RAFFAELE
4-Year Scholarship
“The Kiwanis scholarship has not only been an investment in my education but also in my confidence, enabling me to fully engage in the academics of my college experience as well as extracurricular activities and volunteerism. I am deeply grateful to be a recipient and thankful for the strong foundation that this has afforded me for my future.”
ERIKA ESPINA
4-Year Scholarship
“Kiwanis has enabled me to chase my dream of becoming a biomedical engineer without the financial burden of university. Their support empowers me to excel academically and give back to the community that has helped me so much. I’m excited to one day make improvements in healthcare and have a real, positive impact on the lives of others – all of this is within my reach thanks to the generosity of the Kiwanis community.”
MICHAEL MACDONALD
4-Year Scholarship
“The Kiwanis scholarship not only eased the financial burden of attending college, but also allowed me to focus on my studies and extracurricular activities without the constant worry about tuition fees. The support from Kiwanis has empowered me to pursue my passion for finance, and to get deeply involved in my new community.”
DR. MEGAN PETERSON BOYLE
4-Year Scholarship
“I received a Kiwanis Scholarship in 2005. Along with other academic awards it allowed me to complete my education debt free. I was able to attend the prestigious pre-dental program at the University of the Pacific because of the aid from Kiwanis. I now serve as a dentist and love giving back to the community that raised me. Thank you, Kiwanis!
“If you have dreams you want to pursue, the time is now. There is no perfect time, and there is no better time. There is only the time you lose while you’re making excuses.”
— Holly Lisle
“If you have dreams you want to pursue, the time is now. There is no perfect time, and there is no better time. There is only the time you lose while you’re making excuses.”
— Holly Lisle
BE A PART OF THE CELEBRATION
In 2026, we’re celebrating 40 Years of Giving that has improved the lives of kids in our community – and you’re invited to help us celebrate this milestone!
We’re kicking off a giving campaign early with a goal to raise $50,000 in the days leading up to our 40th annual Night of Excellence.
We’ve helped countless kids and families over the years and with your help, we can help so many more.
