The City of Pocatello is now accepting applications for the 2026 “Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship.” This initiative, created by Mayor Brian Blad, was launched to help local students pursue higher education, especially those who may be facing challenges that make continuing their education more difficult.
Five Class of 2026 graduates will each receive a $2,000 scholarship ($500 per semester for two years) to attend Idaho State University. One of the five awards will be designated for a student whose parent or guardian is a current City of Pocatello employee.
“This is a great opportunity for students thinking about college, and the best part is—anyone can apply,” said Mayor Blad.
The scholarship is made possible by the City of Pocatello, the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce Foundation, and generous sponsors: Idaho Central Credit Union, Lookout Credit Union, Frontier Credit Union, DL Evans Bank, Citizens Community Bank, and US Bank.
To be eligible, applicants must attend school within Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 boundaries (public, private, online, or homeschool).
Application Deadline: November 14, 2025, by 5:00 p.m.
Applications are available online at pocatello.forms.govos.com/f/MOscholarship /pocatello.forms.govos.com/f/MOscholarshipchildofemployee or can be picked up at the Mayor’s Office, 911 N. 7th Avenue. Completed applications will be accepted by email at mayor@pocatello.gov with the subject line “Mayoral Scholarship Program” or in-person at the Mayor’s Office. Applications are also available at high school counseling offices.
The selection committee will evaluate financial need, educational goals, and other barriers to higher education. Questions? Please contact Anne Nichols, Chief of Staff, at 208-234-6163.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of the City of Pocatello to offer its public programs, services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. If you are disabled and require an accommodation, please contact Skyler Beebe with two (2) business days’ advance notice at sbeebe@pocatello.gov; 208.234.6248; or 5815 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho. Advance notification within this guideline will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.