We are proud to announce that The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest for 2025 is NOW OPEN!!!!!!
Summary of the PHiP Scholarship:
The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship is for current Parrot Head Club Members of an officially Chartered Chapter or their children of Parrot Head Club Members, for post secondary education.
Is there an age limit to apply for this scholarship? No. Are you planning on any type of secondary education even further your degree? Then yes, you are eligible.
This program was established in 2008. Three scholarships will be awarded in 2025. The funds may be used for tuition, books or living expenses, at an accredited brick and mortar four-year university or college of the student’s choice. The award will be paid to the winners school account, when a student account is established.
PHiP awards 3 awards in the amounts of:
First Place: $5,000
Second Place: $3,000
Third Place: $2,000
Eligibility: Parrot Head Club Members and members children (Sorry nieces, nephews or other extended family members beyond those mentioned are not considered eligible)
The Scholarship instructions and application can be found on the PHiP Website at:
Please note this link will be active soon to fill out the application but Here is the essay question to start your process.
2025 Essay question for The PHiP Bob Heffelfinger Memorial Scholarship:
*Describe a time when you collaborated with others to achieve a common goal. What did you learn from the experience?
It is VERY important the applicant follows ALL of the rules and instructions. Only typed, electronic submissions will be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered eligible.
Make no references to your identity, your local parrot head club or your location in your essay entry OR your question and statement responses.
All applications must be signed at the appropriate place. We accept electronic signatures.
To Apply: Complete the Parrot Head Scholarship Application found on the PHiP website at www.phip.com. Please direct any questions to:
David Cohen
PHiP Secretary
PHiPscholarship@gmail.com
DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS is April 15th, 2025, for enrollment for fall term (summer terms not applicable). Students may apply yearly; the awards will be given annually, based on a new application process.
Good Luck to all applicants!
David Cohen,
Secretary, Parrot Heads in Paradise, Inc.
2012 – 2025 Scholarship Chair
2013 – 2025 Scholarship Raffle Chair
2017- 2025 Mini Mart Chair
