KFC Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship · KFC Foundation

KFC Foundation Scholarship. $5,000–$20,000. Deadline: February 8, 2027. Not a promise you will receive the award.

Sponsor
KFC Foundation
Official link
https://kfcfoundation.org/scholarships/ (kfcfoundation.org)
Amount
$5,000–$20,000. $5,000, $10,000 or $20,000 scholarship levels; the $10,000 and $20,000 levels require financial information and an additional essay (official KFC Foundation page).
Status
Open Now. Deadline on file: February 8, 2027. Confirm on the official page.
Deadline
February 8, 2027
Who can apply
Minimum GPA on file: 2.5
Last checked
October 24, 2026 (we checked the official page)
Last verified
2026-10-24

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Source: KFC Foundation (official URL on file)

Source: confirmed

Deadline verified: yes · 2026-10-24

Application path: confirmed · official page on file

Current cycle: confirmed · the date on file is still open

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Eligibility on file

For employees of a participating KFC franchise or company-owned restaurant in the United States that contributes to the KFC Foundation's Franchise Donation Program, attending a two- or four-year college, trade school or graduate school. Minimum GPA 2.5 for the $5,000 scholarship and 3.5 for the $10,000 or $20,000 scholarship. Next application window: January 4 - February 8, 2027. Source: https://kfcfoundation.org/scholarships/ (checked 2026-10-24).

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Who sponsors KFC Foundation Scholarship?

KFC Foundation. Official page: https://kfcfoundation.org/scholarships/

What is the amount for KFC Foundation Scholarship?

$5,000–$20,000. $5,000, $10,000 or $20,000 scholarship levels; the $10,000 and $20,000 levels require financial information and an additional essay (official KFC Foundation page). This is the amount on file.

Who can apply for KFC Foundation Scholarship?

For employees of a participating KFC franchise or company-owned restaurant in the United States that contributes to the KFC Foundation's Franchise Donation Program, attending a two- or four-year college, trade school or graduate school. Minimum GPA 2.5 for the $5,000 scholarship and 3.5 for the $10,000 or $20,000 scholarship. Next application window: January 4 - February 8, 2027. Source: https://kfcfoundation.org/scholarships/ (checked 2026-10-24).

What is the status of KFC Foundation Scholarship?

Open Now. Deadline on file: February 8, 2027. Confirm on the official page.

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