Davenport Schools Foundation Opens 2027 Scholarships
Graduating seniors from Davenport Community School District high schools can now apply for more than 89 scholarships worth over $177,000.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Scholarships
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The Davenport Schools Foundation opened applications for its 2027 scholarship program on November 1, 2026. The program offers more than 89 scholarships totaling over $177,000 in financial awards.
Why it matters
The awards are funded by community donors, alumni, and Foundation partners, and they recognize academic excellence, leadership, community involvement, athletic achievement, career interests, and financial need. Eligible seniors have a defined window to apply before the February deadline.
The Foundation is offering more than 89 scholarships worth over $177,000 to graduating seniors from Davenport Community School District high schools. The extraction does not specify individual award amounts or the number of applicants expected.
The players
Davenport Schools Foundation
The Davenport Schools Foundation is the nonprofit organization that supports the Davenport Community School District through fundraising and scholarship programs.
Steve Ahrens
Steve Ahrens serves as Executive Director of the Davenport Schools Foundation, overseeing its fundraising and scholarship operations.
Sue Rector
Sue Rector is the Board Secretary of the Davenport Schools Foundation and chairs its Scholarship Selection Committee.
The details
Eligible students apply online through the Davenport Schools Foundation website using a universal application. Applications are reviewed by a committee chaired by DSF Board Secretary Sue Rector, together with community members.
Timeline
November 1, 2026: Scholarship application process officially opened.
February 15, 2027, 11:59 PM: Scholarship applications deadline.
May 2027: Scholarship award winners announced.
Season Trajectory
Local school foundations that rely on donor, alumni, and partner funding have become a recurring way for districts to supplement college financing for seniors. This year's Davenport round follows that pattern, with the scholarship pool sized at more than $177,000 across 89 awards.
Graduating seniors from Davenport Community School District high schools should submit online applications before the February 15, 2027, 11:59 PM deadline. Students weighing college costs can use the award pool of more than $177,000 as a planning benchmark.
The takeaway
Graduating seniors in the Davenport Community School District have a defined window to pursue more than 89 scholarships before the February 2027 deadline. Starting the online application early leaves time to gather required materials.
What happens next
Scholarship award winners are scheduled to be announced in May 2027.
Further reading
For related coverage, explore Scholarships in Davenport.
More information
Review the Davenport Schools Foundation scholarship applications and descriptions on the foundation's website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by River Cities Reader.
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