Annual Scholarship Nomination
Celebrate and uplift the next generation! Nominate a deserving student or emerging leader for the Shirley’s Higher Learning Scholarship. Tell us about the nominee, your relationship, and their accomplishments, and include any supporting documents—and an optional short video message—to help us understand their story. After you submit this nomination, the nominee will receive a link to complete their personal application, giving them the opportunity to share their goals, dreams, and journey in their own words. Please note: scholarship funds will be awarded only to recipients who attend CULTIVATE 2026 in person on Saturday, March 7, 2026. This scholarship honors individuals who embody our mission to Motivate, Cultivate, Elevate, and Celebrate extraordinary individuals and businesses in and around Tampa Bay and beyond, and it is our privilege to help them pursue their dreams.
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Relationship to Nominee
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Nominee School or Program
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Scholarship Category
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Integrity & Character
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Ingenuity & Entrepreneurship
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Why is this nominee exceptional?
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What are their greatest strengths and leadership qualities?
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Notable accomplishments or community contributions?
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