Community Scholarship Program

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Don Foertsch and Mason Foertsch in memory of a former employee of the Foertsch Construction Company to encourage the children and grandchildren of employees of Foertsch companies to further their education, to recognize academic achievement of those graduating from high school and continuing their education, and to motivate recipients to achieve maximum scholastic and vocational potential.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants that are natural or adopted children or grandchildren of current employees who have completed the equivalent of one year of full-time service with a company controlled by Don and David Foertsch prior to January 31 of the year in which the award is to be made will be given special consideration.

Applicants must be high school seniors planning freshman enrollment in a full-time course of study leading to a baccalaureate degree at an accredited four-year degree-granting institution or planning freshman enrollment in a full-time course of study leading to a two-year degree or certificate at an accredited degree-granting junior college or State-supported technical college. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale).

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on scholastic record, evidence of leadership, career plans and objectives, and on the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$6,800

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 by Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Renewal Details
Renewal applications may be considered. For renewal consideration, applicants must be in their consecutive sophomore, junior, or senior year and have remained in good standing with their college/university. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual scholarship created by the family of Allison Tenbarge in memory of Allie and her son, Parker, who were victims of domestic violence. It was Allie’s dream to follow in her father’s footsteps to pursue a career in criminal justice. This scholarship honors Allie’s memory by providing financial assistance to females studying criminal justice or law enforcement with the hope that once they enter the field, they will help make a positive impact in the fight against domestic violence.

Eligibility Criteria
Female, graduating high school seniors in Daviess, Gibson, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh or Warrick counties with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing a post-secondary degree (2- or 4-year) in criminal justice or law enforcement.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s dedication to pursuing a career in criminal justice or law enforcement as demonstrated in the application and required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
One page essay describing why the applicant has chosen to pursue a career in criminal justice or law enforcement.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
TBD

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 by Midnight

Application Access Code
vcf

Annual scholarship created by Thomas and Vicki Brauns.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of South Spencer High School who have attended at least two years at Luce Elementary School and are pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited institution.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Written verification by a school official confirming that applicant attended Luce Elementary School for at least two years. The Foundation will secure this once all applications have been processed.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,060

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 by Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship created by the family of Cornelius R. Collignon in memory of his life’s work protecting natural resources.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors or graduates of any Spencer County high school or home school with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing a four-year degree at an accredited Indiana college or university majoring in agriculture, forestry, or aviation (preferably agriculture). Preference will be given to students entering their college sophomore, junior, or senior year.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s demonstration of leadership abilities, patriotism, financial need, and academic performance.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) responding to the following: The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines patriotism as the love for or devotion to one’s country.  What is the importance of American patriotism in our society and how do you demonstrate patriotism in your own life?
Two letters of recommendation describing applicant’s leadership qualities and abilities.  Letters must not be from applicant’s relatives or members of the Spencer County Community Foundation Advisory Board.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,150

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship established by family and friends of Dale and Marilyn Hasler.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Heritage Hills High School or Southridge High School with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursing a post-secondary, 4-year degree in engineering. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be involved in community and school activities.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form, financial need, and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,170

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship established by the Peters Family in memory of Elisa Peters to provide scholarships to Heritage Hills High School seniors. Elisa was a life-long advocate of learning with a passion for the medical sciences.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school seniors of Heritage Hills High School planning to pursue post-secondary education at an accredited institution.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form, and on the supplemental documents. Preference will be given to students pursuing a course of study in the following fields: 1st preference: medical science, 2nd preference: STEM, 3rd preference: vocational trades.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (about 500 words/5,000 characters)
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship established by Michael and Mary Schriefer and Larry and Charlene Hess to provide scholarships to Heritage Hills High School graduating seniors who plan to attend Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Heritage Hills High School who have been accepted to Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. Applicants must have a minimum 3.25 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale), financial need, and be involved in community and school activities.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, leadership skills, involvement in community and school activities, and the supplemental documents. Preference will be given to applicants planning to major in education.

Supplemental Requirements
Letter of recommendation from a teacher or employer.
Detailed list of scholarships applicant has been awarded.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,760

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship established by Pioneer sales representatives in the LPH Territory to support the educational endeavors of high school graduates and graduating seniors who have a parent employed in the agriculture industry.

Eligibility Criteria
High school graduates or graduating seniors who are residents of counties served by LPH Territory (Dubois, Perry, Pike, Spencer, Warrick) Sales Representatives.  Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and have at least one parent employed in the agriculture industry (e.g. farming, veterinary, agri-business, livestock production, 4-H staff, crop and soil science, etc.).  Applicants must be active in the community, be involved in civic endeavors and school activities, and be available for an interview with the scholarship committee if selected as a finalist.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s level of involvement in school and community activities and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing how your family’s involvement in the agriculture industry has influenced your career decision.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,030

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship created by Gene and Christina Schwindel.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors or graduates of Heritage Hills High School pursuing post-secondary education.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$3,600

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship established to honor the past presidents of the Gray Family business interests. This scholarship was created to encourage and provide financial assistance to high school graduates of schools located in counties where the Gray Family has historically had business.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school seniors who attend a high school located in the following counties in Illinois, Indiana, or Kentucky who have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA (4.0 unweighted scale) planning to attend an accredited college or university.

Illinois
Crawford
Edwards
Gallatin
Hamilton
Hardin
Lawrence
Saline
Wabash
White

Indiana
Daviess
Gibson
Knox
Pike
Posey
Spencer
Sullivan
Vanderburgh
Warrick

Kentucky
Butler
Ohio
McLean

Selection Criteria will be based on the following:
Academics (10 points)
Work Experience (10 points)
School Activities (10 points)
Community Service/Activities (10 points)
Extracurricular Activities: Fine Arts (10 points)
Extracurricular Activities: Sports (10 points)
Personal Statement (10 points)
Unusual Circumstances (10 points)
Financial Need (10 points)
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educations Goals (10 points)
Letters of Recommendations (10 points)

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages)
Two letters of recommendation – one from a teacher and the other from someone who is not related to the applicant and is not a school official or Community Foundation Alliance Board or County Advisory Board member
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two $1,000 awards

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight (CST)

Application Access Code
cfa

Annual scholarship created in memory of Harold Hunter by his wife, Thelma Hunter, and their children to help graduates of Heritage Hills High School pursue advanced education.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be graduating seniors of Heritage Hills High School with a minimum 2.8 grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the applicant’s demonstration of financial need, high moral standards, perseverance, and skills in team building as demonstrated from participation in school and/or community activities.  These activities may include sports, drama, music, academics, or other school/community teams.  Preference will be given to applicants who are ranked in the 50th to 90th percentile of their graduating class.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Letter of recommendation from an extra-curricular or community activity coach/instructor, who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member - that describes the applicant’s moral standards, perseverance, and skills in team oriented activities.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$500

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship created by the friends and family of Jay Lampton.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any high school served by the Community Foundation Alliance (which includes high schools located in the Indiana counties of Daviess, Gibson, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, and Warrick) with a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and who have been enrolled in technology courses during his or her high school education. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be planning to pursue post-secondary education at the Lincoln College of Technology (formerly Nashville Auto Diesel College) or another institution of higher education seeking a degree in auto mechanics.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, academic performance, letter of recommendation, and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Letter of recommendation from applicant’s high school technology teacher.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$680

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
war

Annual, renewable scholarship created by the estate of Mabel M. Ryan to advance education in nursing and medicine.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Spencer County high school pursuing post-secondary education for a career in medicine or other healthcare related field.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on grade point average, financial need, required essay, and community involvement.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$9,560

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior and senior years. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual scholarship established in loving memory of Manny Heaton by his father, Tom Heaton. Manny was an exceptional individual whose life was tragically cut short in April 2023 due to an act of violence. The annual award will provide a scholarship to benefit the children of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) employees.

Manny graduated from Harrison High School in 2015 and attended the Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center, where he developed his skills and set his sights on a bright future. His passion and potential caught the attention of Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Indiana, where he was welcomed into their ranks shortly after graduation. At Toyota, Manny found not only a fulfilling career but also a second family, forming strong friendships that reflected his exceptional character.

Manny's infectious and radiant smile left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered, providing a lasting reminder of his innate ability to spread happiness and positivity. To celebrate his life and continue his legacy, his father established this scholarship to support ambitious and deserving children of TMMI employees who embody Manny's dedication, resilience, and zest for life.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors who are children and/or legal dependants of current Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) employees. Eligible applicants must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 unweighted scale) and be planning to attend a two or four-year college or technical school.

Selection Criteria
Required short essay- 50%
Volunteering and/or work experience - 30%
Financial Need - 20%

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (200 to 250 words) answering the following: "What does furthering your education after high school mean to you."
Completion of the F AFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
vcf

Annual, renewable scholarship created through the estate plan of Melba Jean Racener.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any accredited high school whose home residence is in Daviess, Gibson, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, or Warrick counties in Indiana. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and be planning to pursue post-secondary education in advertising, marketing, communications or a related field.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance and financial need, with preference given to applicants who demonstrate active participation in extracurricular activities, especially as they relate to the applicants’ major.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay illustrating educational and life goals.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$630

Application Deadline
May 20, 2025 (for renewal candidate only)

Application Access Code
vcf

Renewal Details
Renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior and senior years provided recipient maintains full-time status and a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average with passing grades for all courses taken, continues to demonstrate financial need, and continues to pursue education in advertising, marketing, communications, or a related field. A new recipient for the award will be identified once every four years. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Mabel M. Ryan in memory of her husband.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Spencer County high school pursuing post-secondary education at any accredited educational institution. Preference will be given to students pursuing post-secondary vocational education.  Applicants must demonstrate good academic standing and financial need.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$9,880

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and senior years. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual scholarship created by Deann Siegel, Keith Conner, Ron Conner, and Eric Conner as a loving tribute to their father and mother. Hazel and Narl Conner were very benevolent people in their life time.  They identified people who were in need and assisted them in fulfilling that need.  Whether it be a need for a job, transportation, food or finances, they were good to discreetly help people in the community and fulfill those needs.  The opportunity for education was always a priority to our parents.  Narl Conner served as board president of the North Spencer School Corporation during the years of consolidation.  Heritage Hills High School, David Turnham Elementary and Chrisney Elementary schools were built during the time he was the board president.  He was also very instrumental in the funding and the construction of the Lincoln Heritage Public Library in Dale.  Hazel Conner was supportive of his endeavors and maintained the household as Narl invested many hours away from home in these community services.  Hazel was very involved as a volunteer in the schools while her children were of school age.  We feel they would want their legacy to continue in education.  They would be pleased to know they will continue to have a role in educational opportunities within the North Spencer community via a financial scholarship in their name.

Eligibility Criteria
Heritage Hills High School seniors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) who plan to enroll as a full-time student at an accredited 4-year college or university.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academics; school, community, and/or extracurricular activities; personal statement; unusual circumstances; financial need; and career plans and objectives. Preference will be given to applicants who are planning a career in education, specifically special education, or a career or major in the automotive industry. In addition, preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate a hardworking attitude, who put forth effort in all their pursuits whether sports, academics, community activities, etc.

Supplemental Requirements
Resume.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.
Current list of all scholarships awarded to date, indicating the scholarship name, award amount, the academic year the scholarship is to be utilized, and whether the scholarship is a one-time award or renewable.

Award Amount
Two $1,000 awards

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship created by Othmar and Virginia Ringeman to support secondary education of Heritage Hills High School graduates.

Eligibility Criteria
Heritage Hills High School seniors who plan to enroll as full-time students at an accredited 4-year college or university. Past recipients of the scholarship may reapply; however, renewal awards are not guaranteed. Renewal candidates must remain in good standing with his or her college or university and maintain a minimum 2.8 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) in order to reapply.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form.

Supplemental Requirement
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$10,490

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship created by Project Associates, Inc. to provide scholarships for engineering students attending or planning to attend the University of Evansville or the University of Southern Indiana.

Eligibility Criteria
Qualified applicants must be:

A graduating senior of a high school located in Gibson, Henderson, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, or Warrick County who has been accepted at the University of Evansville or the University of Southern Indiana and has enrolled in a course of study leading to a four-year engineering degree; or
A graduate from a high school located in Gibson, Henderson, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, or Warrick County currently enrolled and in good standing at the University of Evansville or the University of Southern Indiana and in the process of obtaining a four-year engineering degree.
Previous recipients of the scholarship may re-apply for consideration and evaluation.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the following criteria (of equal importance):

Evaluation of merit shall be based upon academic achievement as proven by grade point average, academic awards, and any other factors that the evaluation committee considers relevant.
Evaluation of character shall be based upon involvement in philanthropic, religious, academic, and community organizations and any other factors that the evaluation committee considers relevant.
Evaluation of leadership ability shall be based upon letters of recommendation from leaders of the organizations listed in part (b) such as ministers, professors, etc. References should have personal contact and knowledge of the applicant’s time with the organization.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten double-spaced pages.)
Letter of recommendation from one or more of the applicant’s references.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,750

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
gib

Annual scholarship created by Jeaniece Scheessele to advance education in honor of her parents.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of South Spencer High School pursuing post-secondary education.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s success in overcoming difficult circumstances, a history of working hard to achieve aspirations and goals, and the desire to help others.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Perseverance (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing the challenges faced in order to pursue past and/or future aspirations and goals.
Letter of recommendation from an individual who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member in support of the applicant’s ability to overcome challenges and obstacles.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$750

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship created by Randall L. Haaff to help graduating seniors from South Spencer High School and Heritage Hills High School to pursue advanced education at the University of Southern Indiana.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of South Spencer High School and Heritage Hills High School with a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to pursue post-secondary education at the University of Southern Indiana.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form, financial need, and the supplemental documents, as shown below.

Financial Need: 30%

All other sections of the application form: 10% each

Academics
Work Experience
School Activities
Community Activities
Extracurricular Activities
Personal Statement
Unusual Circumstances

Supplemental Requirements
Completion of FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two $1,190 awards – one to a Heritage Hills High School student and one to South Spencer High School student

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship established by the Rockport American Legion Baseball Team in memory of Bobby “Coach” Snyder to help graduating seniors pursue post-secondary education at an accredited institution.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Heritage Hills High School, South Spencer High School, Cannelton High School, Perry Central High School, and Tell City High School with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (unweighted 4.0 scale) planning to pursue post-secondary education at an accredited institution. Three scholarships will be awarded annually– one from Heritage Hills High School, one from South Spencer High School, and one from a Perry County high school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form, financial need, and supplemental documents, with preference given to students demonstrating the greatest financial need.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of aspirations and educational goals and the importance of financial aid in order to achieve goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Three $5,000 awards – one to a Heritage Hills High School student; one to a South Spencer High School student; and one to a Perry County High School student

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship established by the Spencer County Farm Bureau to assist students pursuing post-high school educational programs.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school seniors and current high school graduates, including graduating seniors or graduates from a home-school program or GED course, pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and be available for an interview.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and supplemental documents. Preference will be given to applicants involved with Farm Bureau and will also be given to first-time applicants.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (300 words or less) describing applicant’s career choice and how he/she will serve the community.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,560

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe

Annual scholarship created by Spencer Industries Incorporated to encourage the children of Spencer Industries Incorporated employees to further their education, to recognize academic achievement of those graduating from high school and continuing their education, and to motivate recipients to achieve maximum scholastic and vocational potential.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be the natural, adopted or step-children of employees who have completed one year of full-time service with Spencer Industries Incorporated. If there are an insufficient number of applicants meeting the established criteria, the guidance counselor will notify Heritage Hills High School students that the scholarship is being made available to students whose parent(s) are not employees of Spencer Industries Incorporated. Two types of awards may be available:

College Scholarship Award
High school graduates or graduating high school seniors enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time course of study leading to a baccalaureate degree at an accredited four-year degree granting institution. Applicants must be ranked in the upper half of their high school senior class at the time of graduation and have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) at the time of application.

Junior College or State-Supported Technical College Scholarship Award
High school graduates or graduating high school seniors enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time course of study leading to a two-year degree at an accredited degree-granting junior college or State-supported technical college. Applicants must be ranked in the upper half of their high school senior class at the time of graduation, and have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) at the time of application.

Selection Criteria
Preference will be given to graduating high school seniors. Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
At least one letter of recommendation from a school official or other individual who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member but can attest to his or her school and community service activities.
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$7,080 (multiple scholarship may be awarded from this amount)

Application Deadline
January 20, 2025 before Midnight

Application Access Code
spe