The purpose of the Community on Demand Chris Oakley Memorial Scholarship Program is to provide scholarships to deserving high school graduating seniors, and other scholars intending to pursue a course of study at either a trade school, two-year or four-year educational institution. 

Community on Demand helps small business owners grow in personal leadership skills by way of content, coaching, and community. We provide a space to gain perspective, hold each other accountable, and celebrate wins while we learn how to do less, better. Our collective goal is to do more of what matters. For 2024, the Scholarship Fund’s award ceiling was $3,500 and the individual minimum award was $750. COD awarded approximately 3 scholarships valuing $2550 each. This is a one-time scholarship award.

NOTE: Scholarship funds will be awarded to the student upon evidence of registration in an accredited higher educational institution. 

Criteria and eligibility for the COD Chris Oakley Memorial Scholarship Program 

1. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the year of the award. 
2. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 grade point average 
3. Applicant must demonstrate community involvement, dedication in academics, and desires to attend college or trade school. 
4. All applicants must have 30 hours of community service. 
5. Applicants must be willing to attend a scholarship interview with the Giving Committee of Community On Demand. 

General Instructions 

1. The deadline for 2024 scholarships is closed. Please check back in the fall for the 2025 scholarship announcement.
2. Refer to the application process below for a list of the supporting documents needed (i.e., reference forms, evidence of GPA, etc.) Incomplete applications will not be considered. 
3. If any question does not apply to you in this application, please put N/A in the space, do not leave blank spaces. 
4. You will be notified by email in June regarding the status of your application. 
5. If you have any questions about the application, please email the COD Giving Committee at giving@communityondemand.com. 

 Application Process: Applicant must submit the following items: 

1. Completed application form (if handwritten, please print legibly) 
2. Letter of application addressed to the COD Giving Committee. The letter should contain a brief explanation about yourself and your college or career plans (college/university or trade school, intended major or trade, and anticipated start date). Letter should not exceed one (1) page. 
3. Two (2) letters of recommendations from choice of high school teachers, administrators, counselors, employers, or individuals with significant knowledge of applicant’s experience and involvement. 
4. An official and recent high school transcript with cumulative grade point average and a class standing/rank. 
5. Personal Essay. Essay must be at least 1-2 typed pages, double-spaced. Essay shall contain no grammatical errors. This essay should include applicants personal career goals, as well as personal ambitions towards serving their community holistically. 
6. In addition to the above items, applicants must also complete at least 30 hours of community service. Community service hours must be documented and signed by the officiant overseeing said service.