2026 BTDC Civic Scholarship

March 16, 2026

The Bernards Township Democratic Committee (BTDC) Civic Scholarship, founded in 2019, is awarded to a Ridge High School junior or senior who aspires to foster civic engagement and democratic values.

The chosen applicant will receive $1,000 and a summer internship with a political candidate.

Applications may be submitted to the BTDC Scholarship Committee from March 16 – May 1, 2026. All information submitted will be held in confidence and used solely for the purpose of scholarship administration. 

To apply, download the application here, or via Naviance

We look forward to reviewing your application!

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