The Mattapoisett Land Trust is seeking applicants for its $1,000 Blanche B. Perry Scholarship. This award is available to a Mattapoisett resident interested in environmental studies, the sciences, technology or a related field, and who is a graduating senior.

The scholarship is made available through the Edith Glick Shoolman fund, a bequest left to provide support for children in the community. Offering this scholarship is consistent with the land trust’s mission "of preserving land in order to enrich the quality of life for present and future generations of Mattapoisett residents and visitors.”

Participating schools are Old Rochester Regional High School, Bishop Stand High School, Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School and Tabor Academy.

Along with the application, the following information is required:

1. A personal statement about career goals as they relate to the mission of the land trust, past and present.

2. A signed community service form documenting a minimum of 20 hours of community service.

3. Professional letter of reference (teacher or guidance counselor)

4. A character letter of reference from an employer, scout or community leader, and or neighbor.

5. Official school transcript including credits and class rank.

Applicants will be assessed according to academic achievement, personal statement, professional and personal references, community service and financial need. Preference will be given to individuals who are members of the Mattapoisett Land Trust or whose parents or grandparents are members.

The application forms will be found in guidance offices at the local public and private schools or at the Land Trust website, www.mattlandtrust.org, after March 4.

The deadline for submitting the forms will be April 29.