Scholarships and Grants
The North Country Spouses’ Club is a non-profit organization that raises funds for our
scholarships and grants program.
2026 Applications are NOW OPEN. Deadline for submittal is March 15, 2026
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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North Country Spouses' Club Scholarships Eligibility Requirements:​
• Must be the spouse of an active duty service member assigned to Fort Drum or of a retired service
member currently living within 50 miles of the Fort Drum area.
• Must be accepted into or attending an accredited college (to include four-year colleges/universities,
two-year colleges, and community colleges), accredited trade school, accredited technical school, Police
Academy, Fire Academy, or EMS/Ambulance Academy.
• Must commence program of study no later than the first academic year following the awarding of the
scholarship
• Scholarships will be awarded without regard to race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, political
affiliation, gender identification, social or economic status
2026 Scholarship Application​
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All applications should be emailed to our Scholarship Chair. Please contact us for any and all questions!
Good Luck to all applicants!
GRANTS
North Country Spouses' Club 2026 Grant Application​
Grants are open to local non-profit organizations that align with our mission.
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All applications should be emailed to our Community Outreach Chair.
Please contact us for any and all questions!
Good Luck to all applicants!
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More information can be found in the application file.
Testimonials
Hank the Therapy Dog
"Hank completed 6 weeks of training at Certified Canine Services in Pulaski. In his 6 weeks at Evans Mills Primary School, he has already had an immense impact on students and staff alike. Many of our students have a parent who has recently deployed, when feelings are overwhelming, Hank has provided comfort with snuggles and play. We are thankful for the generous donation from the North Country Spouses Club for helping to make this happen!"
Katy Beth - Student
"I am very thankful to have received a scholarship from the North Country Spouses’ Club, which greatly reduced the financial burden that often comes with pursuing any degree, particularly a graduate degree. I was able to concentrate more on my studies without the pressure of taking on multiple jobs. It gave me the opportunity to immerse myself in my coursework and focus on becoming the clinician I aim to be. Overall, this scholarship helped to shape my experience of graduate school into a successful and rewarding experience."
Blue Sharks Swim Team
"On behalf of the Watertown Family YMCA Blue Sharks Swim Team we would like to thank the North Country Spouses’ Club for their generous donation to our community swim team. We were able to purchase kickboards, pull buoys, and lap counters for our team. Our enrollment this season is approximately 135 swimmers from all over the northern New York area. We appreciate your support! Thank you again, Coach Lori Peters"