Spicewood resident Keeley Cooper received a $1,000 scholarship July 9 through the Kohl's Cares scholarship program.

Cooper received the award for her volunteer work with young cancer patients.

The program's sponsor, Kohl's Department Stores, recognized the 11-year-old as part of its national program granting higher-education scholarships to volunteers who have had a positive effect on their local communities.

Cooper, a brain tumor survivor, created custom backpacks to carry personal items for children undergoing hospital treatment.

Scholarship winners were chosen based on the benefits and outcomes of their volunteer service and were required to be between the ages of 6 and 18.