Explore the various opportunities available to recognize and support outstanding service and civic engagement in Montana. Our main awards and scholarships celebrate the dedication of students, athletes, and young volunteers who are making a difference in their communities.
George M. Dennison Civic Engagement Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship applied to higher education student tuition during the award year.
This award honors undergraduate students at affiliate campuses who volunteer significant time and energy to solving problems and stregthening their communities with civic leadership.
Application Opens: Early September
Application Closes: Mid November
Self-nomination award
Youth Serve Montana Scholarship
$1,250 scholarship for high school seniors.
This award honors highschool students who have dedicated at least 100 hours to community service over the course of the year. Students must be accepted and planning to attened an affiliate college or university full time in the next fall semester.
Application Opens: Early January
Application Closes: Early Spring
Self-nomination award
Montana Athletes In Service (MAIS)
The Montana Athletes in Service Award honors college student athletes who show outstanding dedication to volunteer work and civic engagement in their communities.
The MAIS is presented at the Brawl of the Wild football game between the University of Montana and Montana State University.
Application Opens: Early September
Application Closes: Early November
Referral required
Montana Student Volunteer Award (MSVA)
The Montana Student Volunteer Award is an offical state honor that recognizes college students across Montana who have made significant, meaningful volunteer contributions to their communities .
The MSVA is presented during an online ceramony in April.
Application Opens: Early February
Application Closes: Late March
Referral required
Have Any Questions?
Please reach out to us at info@mtengage.org. We’re happy to tell you more about any of these awards or the application process. We’re here to help you recognize and celebrate the service contributions that make Montana a stronger community.