FSA Scholarship Eligibility
The FSA Scholarship is designed to support individuals who are passionate about building a future in the grocery and beverage industry.
To qualify, applicants must:
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A qualifying applicant will be either:
• A graduating high school senior in Spring 2026, OR
• A post–high school adult with proof of a high school diploma, GED, or
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Career Interest Requirement: Applicant must demonstrate a sincere interest in a career in the food and beverage retail industry, shown through written responses and during the personal interview, if selected.
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Previous Scholarship Recipients: If the applicant is a previous FSA Scholarship winner, they may reapply if they have not received more than one FSA Scholarship in prior years. All prior scholarship payments must be fully paid out before June 30, 2026.
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Employment Eligibility – Start Date: Applicant (or their parent/guardian, if applicable) must remain as an active, full, or part-time, employee at a participating retailer from June 15, 2025 through May 30, 2026.
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Residency Requirement: Applicant must live within participating Texas counties. Applicants who work outside Texas or outside participating counties but are employed at a store managed by a participating North Texas retailer may be considered. The FSA Board has final decision-making authority.
• Example: An employee working at an Albertsons in Shreveport, LA that is managed by the North Texas division may apply for the FSA Scholarship.
If you have read the qualifications and rules and feel you are eligible for an FSA scholarship, then please complete and submit your FSA Scholarship Application.
Good luck!
FSA Scholarship Checklist
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Rules & Qualifications
Review the complete FSA Scholarship Rules & Qualifications document below to determine eligibility.
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Gather Required Documents
•2 Personal/Professional Reference Letters
•Unofficial Transcripts if applicable
•Work History
•Write an essay using the following prompt:
Describe your career goals within the food and beverage industry and explain how your education will help you achieve them. Tell us about a moment, experience, or person that inspired you to pursue a career in the food and beverage industry. What inspired your interest in this industry? The kind of impact you hope to make — in your workplace, community, or the industry as a whole.
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Submit Application & Documents
Submit all materials via the FSA Scholarship Foundation Form by April 27th 2026.
Managers must complete and submit the Store Manager’s Comment Form.
For questions: info@fsascholarshipfoundation.org