The 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans Memorial Scholarship was created by our organization to promote awareness of the accomplishments of the 100th Infantry Battalion of World War II and to perpetuate our commitment to Club 100’s motto, “For Continuing Service,” by supporting eligible direct descendants of the 100th Veterans who demonstrate these values and beliefs, in pursuing higher education.
This “100th Infantry Battalion Veterans Memorial Scholarship” is administered by the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation (HCF), which administers multiple scholarships for a variety of organizations in Hawaiʻi.
Recent 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans Memorial Scholarship recipients include Jillian Mitsuda [great-granddaughter of Harumi Mende (D)], Kristine Varron [great-granddaughter of Marshall Higa (HQ)], Javin Hamura [great-grandson of Calvin Shimogaki (HQ)], Ayden Sato [great-grandson of Raymond Sato (HQ)], and Kayla Tuitele [great-granddaughter of Isaac Akinaka (Medics)], pictured above.
Interested applicants who are eligible should proceed to the HCF STUDENTS page at https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/students, create an HCF Scholarship Account online account, and complete the HCF Common Scholarship Application. Students will also need to submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
2025-2026 HCF Common Scholarship Season Timeline:
Opens: December 12, 2024
Closes: February 28, 2025 at 4 p.m. HST
The deadline for submitting letters of recommendation related to the 2025-2026 HCF Common Scholarship Application is March 14, 2025, 4 p.m. HST
Please refer to the HCF Scholarship FAQ page for more information.
Applicants will be asked to identify the name of the 100th Infantry Battalion Veteran they are related to, and their relationship. Verification will be confirmed through the 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans office. (Note: The Articles of Incorporation of the 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans organization defines "Veterans" as "an individual who honorably served on active duty with the 100th Infantry Battalion (Separate) or its successor, the 100th Infantry Battalion of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, at any time during the period from June 5, 1942 through August 15, 1946." )
Applicant Requirements:
Demonstrate academic achievement (minimum GPA of 2.7)
Attend an accredited two-or-four year college or university
Be an undergraduate or graduate student
Be a full-time student (12 credits undergraduate, 6-9 credits graduate)
Be a direct descendant of a 100th Infantry Battalion World War II Veteran
Show potential for promoting the legacy of the 100th Infantry Battalion of World War II (additional essay)
Active in extra-curricular activities and community service
Do not need to be a Hawaii resident
Do not need to demonstrate financial need
Preference may be given to recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year, provided they continue to meet the eligibility requirements and maintain good academic standing. To be considered for a renewal, students must complete the HCF Common Scholarship Application annually. The number and amount of scholarships may vary each year.
For full eligibility requirements, please search for “100th” on the HCF Scholarship Search page (https://hcf.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com/Scholarships/Search).
HCF encourages students to apply online early to allow ample time to gather all necessary documents and information before the deadline. Awardees will be notified on a rolling basis in May – June 2025.
Please help to spread the word of this scholarship opportunity to your eligible student family members and other 100th descendants you may be acquainted with.
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