The Bolton Scholarship Fund was established in 1971. It is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to coordinate the accumulation and distribution of money for the further education of Bolton High School graduates and/or Bolton residents.

The Bolton Scholarship Committee is composed of volunteer members representing various town organizations and the community at large. The Committee is responsible for maintaining the Permanent Fund, a General Fund, and Memorial and Special Funds. In addition to the annual business and town-wide appeals, the committee also contacts BHS alumni and conducts a Phonathon each year.

To be considered for a scholarship award, students must submit an official application. Application forms, which are available at Bolton High School in December, must be completed and returned to the Bolton Scholarship Fund, Inc. by an April date specified on the application (the 2006 deadline is April 25th). Upon receipt, the applications are numbered to preserve anonymity and to ensure impartial evaluation. Awards take into account many factors including academic achievements, financial need, extra curricular activities, community service and character.
Our organization is unique among others in the area in that it not only makes awards to graduating seniors, but continues to support Bolton students who reapply throughout their college careers. The distribution of scholarship money is a responsibility that the committee takes very seriously. We review and revise our application forms and point system as needed, acting in the best interests of both recipients and donors. We strive to help as many applicants as possible. The basic minimum scholarship is $300 and multiple awards may also be given.