02/25/2026
NAIFA of the Heartland Scholarship for Local High School Seniors - Details for 2026:
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors of the Heartland exists to serve its members and the community, improve the business environment, enhance professional skills and promote the ethical conduct of individual members to better assist the public in achieving financial security and independence.
APPLICATION DUE DATE:
All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2026. The winning applicant will be notified of our selection by April 30.
ELIGIBILITY:
This scholarship will be awarded to a student in any Kansas county in which we have a member of our association in good standing. This is a one-time $2,000 scholarship awarded to a high school senior who will pursue a 2 or 4-year college degree or attend a technical school pursuing a career.
AWARD:
A $2,000 check will be sent after July 1, 2026 to the school selected by the recipient upon obtaining further information from the recipient. A $500 reward will be awarded to the high school that submits the highest number of applicants to the NAIFA Heartland 2026 Scholarship for Local High School Seniors.
APPLICATION:
All applications shall be in 12 pt. font and must be signed by the applicant. The application shall be 1 page, which will include the following information, plus a 7-semester transcript from the school.
APPLICATION INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED:
Name, Address, Name of Parent or Guardian, Phone Number, ACT Score, Planned Post Secondary Schooling, and Scholarship Essay. The Essay will be 300 words or less. Describe your goals, vision, occupational aspirations and how your education will help you achieve this.
SUBMISSION:
All applications must be sent to: Randy Russell at 1923 S. Ohio Salina, KS 67401 by April 15, 2026