Scholarships

For over 100 years, the Kiwanis Club of Santa Maria has proudly supported graduating students in the Santa Maria Valley by awarding scholarships. These scholarships celebrate students’ commitment to community service and academic excellence. In partnership with the Kiwanis Action Club, Golden State Water, Coastal Valley Cyber Kiwanis Club, and generous individuals, we continue this tradition of investing in our future leaders.

2026 Kiwanis Scholarship Applications Are Now Available!
Submit your application:

• Online at SantaMariaKiwanis.org
• By mail to:
  Kiwanis Scholarship Program
  Kiwanis Club of Santa Maria
  P.O. Box 85
  Santa Maria, CA 93456

Application Deadline: Postmarked by March 6, 2026. Be sure to include a copy of your transcripts.

In 2025, we raised and distributed $43,770 to 33 deserving students. Our scholarships support diverse fields, including medical sciences, engineering, fine arts, culinary arts, technology, and trades. We are proud to help these young adults achieve their dreams.

If you would like to contribute to our scholarship program, please visit our website at santamariakiwanis.org.