Christopher Balter Launches the Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship to Support Future Community-Focused Leaders
By Space Coast Daily // January 16, 2026
Palm Bay, Florida — Christopher Balter announces the launch of the Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship, a new academic initiative designed to support undergraduate students who are committed to building stronger, more inclusive, and sustainable communities. The scholarship reflects Christopher Balter’s continued dedication to community development, public service, and long-term civic impact through education and leadership.
The Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship is open to current undergraduate students who are pursuing or intending to pursue careers related to community impact, community development, urban planning, public administration, or public service. The program seeks applicants who demonstrate a strong passion for strengthening communities through leadership, planning, policy, nonprofit engagement, or development-focused initiatives.
Founded by Christopher Balter, a respected urban planning and community development professional, the scholarship aligns with his mission to support sustainable growth and inclusive community outcomes. Throughout his career, Christopher Balter has led comprehensive planning strategies, guided regulatory updates, and supported infrastructure and development programs that balance long-term vision with community needs. The Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship extends this mission by investing in future leaders who share similar values.
Applicants must submit an original essay of 750–1,000 words responding to a prompt focused on identifying a community challenge and proposing a sustainable, long-term solution. The essay must also explain how the applicant’s future career path aligns with creating meaningful community impact. Submissions are evaluated based on clarity, originality, critical thinking, and demonstrated commitment to service-driven outcomes.
The Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship awards a one-time scholarship of $1,000 to one undergraduate student. The deadline to apply is September 15, 2026, and the scholarship recipient will be announced on October 15, 2026.
Although administered from Palm Bay, Florida, the Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship is not restricted to any specific city or state. Eligible undergraduate students nationwide are encouraged to apply, reinforcing Christopher Balter’s belief that impactful community leadership is needed across all regions.
Through his work as founder of CMB Planning Consultants, Christopher Balter continues to collaborate with cities, organizations, and stakeholders on land use planning, rezoning, and urban design initiatives. The Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship reflects his ongoing commitment to supporting education, leadership, and long-term community resilience.
Additional information, eligibility criteria, and application details are available at https://christopherbalterscholarship.com/.
Contact Information:
Spokesperson: Christopher Balter
Organization: Christopher Balter Second Chance Community Impact Scholarship
Website: https://christopherbalterscholarship.com/
Email: apply@christopherbalterscholarship.com
