Sac and Fox Nation · EDUCATION
Jim Thorpe Athlete Award and Blackhawk Leadership Award
Two annual scholarships for enrolled SFN high school seniors: the Jim Thorpe Athlete Award ($2,000 each, male and female categories) recognizes athletic achievement; the Blackhawk Leadership Award ($2,000 each, male and female categories) recognizes leadership. Both are renewable at $2,000/year with a 2.0 GPA. Application window: December 1 – February 1.
Who's eligible
Tribal Citizens Only
Enrolled Sac and Fox Nation tribal member who is a high school senior. Available to students in all 50 states. Renewal requires maintaining a 2.0 GPA. Application deadline: February 1.
Where it's offered
Nationwide
Nationwide for enrolled SFN high school seniors in all 50 states.
Location:
920963 S. Hwy 99, Stroud, OK 74079
How to apply
Download the Jim Thorpe Athlete Award application or the Blackhawk Leadership Award application from the Education page. Submit to Justin Morris at (918) 968-3526 Ext. 2043 or jmorris@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov. Application window: December 1 – February 1.
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Contact
Phone: 918-968-3526
Last verified against the official source on 2026-05-16.