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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Be employed (or have a parent/guardian employed) by a participating Texas food or beverage retailer on or before June 15, 2025, and remain employed through May 30, 2026.
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Demonstrate a sincere interest in pursuing a career in the food retail industry.
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Be a graduating high school senior (Class of 2025) or a post-high school adult with proof of a diploma, GED, or college transcript. ​
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Reside within a participating Texas county.
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If previously awarded an FSA Scholarship, may reapply if they have not received more than one scholarship and all prior awards have been paid out before June 30, 2026.
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Click here to review the complete FSA Scholarship Rules & Qualifications
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
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•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 12th 2026.​
​Managers must complete and submit the Store Manager’s Comment Form.
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For questions: info@fsascholarshipfoundation.org