Public Relations Foundation to Award $1,000 Scholarships in 2026
The Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation will award several $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in Okaloosa, Walton, and Santa Rosa county high schools who plan to pursue a college degree in the areas of public relations, communication, marketing, or journalism.
One scholarship is sponsored by Eglin Federal Credit Union, one by Sherry Harlow, APR, and a third scholarship is provided with the financial support of Linda Evanchyk and the Lisa Pitell Law Firm.
In 2025, the Foundation awarded $1,000 scholarships to Macy Wanner, a graduate of Rocky Bayou Christian School, and Zachary Neconie, a Freeport High School graduate.
Applicants must be high school seniors residing in Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa counties, with a GPA of 3.75 or higher, be U.S. citizens, and plan to pursue studies in public relations, communication, marketing, or journalism. Also required are a brief essay addressing an ethical issue in public relations or journalism and a list of demonstrated leadership or community service.
The Foundation has awarded thirteen $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from Crestview, Niceville, Pace, Milton, Gulf Breeze, Freeport, Choctawhatchee, Fort Walton Beach High Schools, Rocky Bayou Christian School, and one home-schooled senior.
Deadline for applications, electronically or by mail, is March 16, 2026. The application and additional information are available in high school guidance counselors' offices and at www.ecpro.org.
The Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization established to support education and advancement in public relations and related fields.
