Education has the power to transform lives, open doors, and create opportunities that shape the future. In today’s world, financial literacy and economic empowerment are essential skills for every young adult — whether they dream of becoming a doctor, lawyer, psychologist, engineer, entrepreneur, or community leader. Understanding how money works, how to build financial stability, and how to create opportunities for yourself and others is a foundation for long‑term success.
The JBI Tax Service Scholarship supports Florida high school seniors who are committed to making a positive impact on their communities and the world. This scholarship is open to students pursuing any field of study — from healthcare to law, business to social sciences, education to public service — with a passion for helping others and improving lives.
Any minority high school senior who is a Florida resident may apply for this scholarship. While all majors are welcome, special consideration will be given to students interested in business, finance, accounting, or entrepreneurship, as these fields play a vital role in building financially strong communities and empowering future generations.
To apply, tell us about yourself, what inspires your desire to serve or lead, your current understanding of money or business, and how you plan to use your education to create meaningful change in the lives of others.
Please tell us a bit about yourself, your current knowledge and experience with regards to money, business, or finances, and how you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your business and finance career.

































The application deadline is Nov 24, 2026. Winners will be announced on Dec 25, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Dec 25, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.
Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.