Community Service Incentive (CSI) Scholarships 

Since 1975, the Jolly Boys have awarded nearly a quarter million dollars in scholarships to selected high school seniors.

Who can apply for a CSI Scholarship?
All college-bound high school seniors who reside within the Town of Amherst or Village of Williamsville are eligible to apply.  

How do I apply for a CSI Scholarship?
Complete a CSI Application form and see that all supporting materials are sent by mail to the Jolly Boys' Post Office Box. 

Where can I get an application form?  
Application forms and instruction sheets are available online, or through any of Amherst's five public high schools the three private secondary schools; Christian Central Academy, Park School and Sacred Heart Academy; plus Canisius High School and St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute.

When are the applications due?
The deadline for all materials is traditionally the frst Saturday in March (postmark). This allows enough time for the Jolly Boys Scholarship Committee time to review all the applications thoroughly and select the winners in time for announcement early in May.

What do we Look at?
Community involvement, personal goals, evidence of an enterprising spirit, academic achievement, and financial need are among the criteria we look at in selecting winners.

More Questions?
Questions about the scholarships should be directed to your school counselors.