Students at California State University, Sacramento who are pursuing bachelor’s and master’s degrees in tourist administration, recreation, and parks are eligible to apply for the 2026 J.R. Needy Foundation Scholarship. The deadline for submitting your application is March 02, 2026. This scholarship is being offered by California State University, Sacramento, and has a $1,000 USD partial grant value. Applications for this scholarship are open to all citizens.
Scholarships are awarded to Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration majors in honor of Dr. Jerome R. Needy’s memory and spirit of academic distinction and professional dedication in order to recognize achievement and encourage professional readiness in the region.
Summary:
- Institution(s): California State University,
- Level of Study: Bachelors, Masters
- Study in: USA
- Deadline: 2 March, 2026
- Funded: Partial funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- The candidate must be majoring in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration and working toward a degree.
How to apply:
- Please respond to the essay topic, “Identify one key issue that affects the future of the park and recreation professions in California,” in one page, typed, double-spaced, and with a one-inch margin. How could this problem be resolved? All facets of parks and recreation in cities and communities, non-profit recreation organizations, outdoor recreation, resource management, therapeutic recreation, recreation for people with special needs, and commercial recreation enterprises and operations (tourism, hospitality, etc.) may be covered in your response.
- A list of service groups or clubs you are a member of and a synopsis of your leadership qualities and skills, including prior experience organizing or carrying out recreation programs (services) in a community setting, should be included in your current resume.
- A copy of the unofficial transcript should be sent in.
- Kindly send in a recommendation letter from an RPTA instructor. The letter needs to be signed and printed on letterhead.
- A recommendation letter from a recreation professional who has direct experience with your skills, achievements, and potential should be sent. The letter needs to be signed and printed on letterhead.
