The deadline for the Matlacha Hookers’ “Hooked On Education” scholarship applications is this Friday, April 4.
Since 2003, the organization has awarded more than $200,000 in scholarships to deserving students.
To qualify, applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet at least one of the following criteria:
• Former student of Pine Island Elementary School
• Current Matlacha Hooker member for at least one year
• Immediate family member of a Matlacha Hooker member for at least one year
• Resident of Greater Pine Island for at least one year
• Applicant for the 2025 First Responders Scholarship
Applications are available online at matlachahookers.org under the “Hooked on Education Scholarship Application” tab. Completed applications must be mailed to the address on the form and postmarked by April 4. Hard copies are also available at the Pine Island Library.
Businesses or individuals interested in supporting the 2026 Hooked on Education scholarship fund can contact the Matlacha Hookers at matlachahookers@matlachahookers.org to contribute.