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Carol L. Berthold Scholarship Fund for Dance

Washington County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Washington County Community Foundation

The Washington County Community Foundation seeks to improve the quality of life in Washington County by promoting and facilitating philanthropy. We accomplish this by assuming four philanthropic roles of Grantmaker, Donor Service Organization, Fundraiser, and Community Leader. Fostering philanthropy by offering charitable gifting opportunities to donors on an individualized basis and at reasonable fees, we make charitable giving easier, more satisfying, and more effective. 

The Foundation is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation organized under the laws of Pennsylvania, which is registered with the Pennsylvania Charities Bureau and annually files the Federal Form 990.

Scholarships for Post-Secondary (Undergraduate) School

The Foundation provides both need-based and merit-based scholarships to students in Washington County, with a few scholarships also available to students in Greene County. All scholarships are made payable to the educational institution the student is attending. 

Carol L. Berthold Scholarship Fund for Dance

For a current year graduating senior who is pursuing a degree in dance at an accredited post-secondary educational institution and demonstrates both financial need and academic excellence. The award is renewable annually, provided the recipient remains enrolled in the dance program and in good academic standing (as defined by the institution).

Education - Higher Education Dance

Healthcare Excellence Scholarship

The Alaska Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Overview

The Alaska Community Foundation connects people who care to the causes that make a difference and matter most to them. We encourage and nurture philanthropy through building and managing permanent endowments, convening stakeholders, working with partners to strengthen Alaskan communities, and providing donors with flexible giving options that are strategic to their philanthropic objectives. ACF also manages the Pick.Click.Give. program.

Mission

Inspiring the spirit of giving and connecting people, organizations, and causes to strengthen Alaska’s communities now and forever.

Vision

ACF envisions an Alaska where communities come together and have resources to thrive.

Healthcare Excellence Scholarship Fund

The Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation is pleased to offer scholarships to support Alaskan students achieve their fullest potential, with the goal of helping students improve their lives and improve healthcare in their communities.

Education - Higher Education Medical Education & Professional Training

Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce Endowed Scholarship

The Alaska Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Overview

The Alaska Community Foundation connects people who care to the causes that make a difference and matter most to them. We encourage and nurture philanthropy through building and managing permanent endowments, convening stakeholders, working with partners to strengthen Alaskan communities, and providing donors with flexible giving options that are strategic to their philanthropic objectives. ACF also manages the Pick.Click.Give. program.

Mission

Inspiring the spirit of giving and connecting people, organizations, and causes to strengthen Alaska’s communities now and forever.

Vision

ACF envisions an Alaska where communities come together and have resources to thrive.

Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce Endowed Scholarship Fund

The mission of the Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce is to advocate and educate on behalf of members to promote a healthy business climate that recognizes both Ketchikan’s quality of life and its economic potential.

Our vision for Ketchikan is a community with a strong and diversified economy, a year-round, stable employment base, and a quality of life which is both attractive to prospective residents and conducive to business expansion and sustainable new development.

For more information about the Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce, please visit their website at https://www.ketchikanchamber.com/

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Dorothy and Dona Lee Croft Scholarship Fund for Young Musicians

The Alaska Community Foundation
Private
Countries
Unspecified amount

About Us

Overview

The Alaska Community Foundation connects people who care to the causes that make a difference and matter most to them. We encourage and nurture philanthropy through building and managing permanent endowments, convening stakeholders, working with partners to strengthen Alaskan communities, and providing donors with flexible giving options that are strategic to their philanthropic objectives. ACF also manages the Pick.Click.Give. program.

Mission

Inspiring the spirit of giving and connecting people, organizations, and causes to strengthen Alaska’s communities now and forever.

Vision

ACF envisions an Alaska where communities come together and have resources to thrive.

Dorothy and Dona Lee Croft Scholarship Fund for Young Musicians

The Dorothy and Dona Lee String Music Scholarship is for students who display talent, dedication to string instruments and a serious commitment to advance in music education through a non-profit music camp.

Dorothy Croft (1910-2009) helped found the Odessa Symphony, serving as the first concertmaster. The Odessa Symphony evolved into the present Midland-Odessa Symphony and Chorale. In 1949, she became a charter member of the Odessa Music Teachers Association, serving as its first president. She was a founding member of the Odessa Civic Concert Association, serving intermittently as its president. She was an early supporter of the Permian Playhouse of Odessa and later of the Globe of the Great Southwest. Dorothy Croft believed that money shouldn’t stop people from chasing their dreams and taught her students multiple lessons beyond just violin.

Dona Lee Croft was an international performer from the age of fourteen, giving concerts throughout Europe, Mexico, and the USA, the last concert performed in Carnegie Hall. A student of such eminent violinists as Nathan Milstein, Bela Katona and Ivan Galamian, she was a Professor of Violin at the Royal College of Music for 20 years where her lessons were filmed by the Albeniz Foundation of Spain, then shown throughout Europe. She has recorded two CDs, the first featuring violin music of Schumann, Kreisler, Brahms, Debussy, and Vieuxtemps and the second 'Violin Music of the 20th Century’.

Music Education Education - Higher Education

Barbara B. Ernico Fund for Leadership Development

Adams County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $1,000

About the Community Foundation

Our mission:

To inspire people and communities to build and distribute charitable funds for good, for Adams County, for ever.

Our vision:

To be a leading resource in promoting philanthropy among people of all means who wish to make a lasting and meaningful contribution to Adams County, and creating opportunities to develop and strengthen our communities.

Barbara B. Ernico Fund for Leadership Development

Barbara B. Ernico, the Community Foundation’s founding Executive Director, created the Fund for Leadership Development to help strengthen Adams County’s nonprofits.

Objective

Enable Adams County nonprofit executive directors and boards of directors to participate in training opportunities that increase their knowledge and effectiveness. Consideration may be given to training for strategic planning, reorganization, leadership development of staff and/or board members, and any other activities that will strengthen the nonprofit’s ability to carry out their mission.

Nonprofit Growth & Development Educational Access & Equity Civic Leadership Development

Dr. Charles H. Glatfelter Scholarship

Adams County Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000

About the Community Foundation

Our mission:

To inspire people and communities to build and distribute charitable funds for good, for Adams County, for ever.

Our vision:

To be a leading resource in promoting philanthropy among people of all means who wish to make a lasting and meaningful contribution to Adams County, and creating opportunities to develop and strengthen our communities.

Dr. Charles H. Glatfelter Scholarship Application

For any descendant of Casper Glattfelder who was the first of his family to arrive in the United States in 1743. Students are not required to be residents of Adams County, Pennsylvania. This award is open to all descendants nation wide.

Education - Higher Education

Helen Roath Memorial Fund

Hancock County Community Foundation Inc.
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About The Community Foundation of Hancock County

We are a nonprofit, public charity that encourages philanthropy, convenes and leads community initiatives, provides educational support, and supports nonprofit organizations. We are here to assist you in helping others…your friends, your neighbors, as well as some residents you’ve never met but need support.

Our Mission

We provide philanthropic leadership by encouraging giving, learning, community pride, and civic engagement. 

Our Vision

We envision a county in which each person has the opportunity to pursue dreams, enjoy daily life, and invest in meaningful causes. 

Scholarships for Adults & Non-Traditional Students

The Community Foundation of Hancock County offers educational support for Hancock County, Indiana adults who are seeking post-secondary training or schooling to improve their career prospects. There are also some opportunities provided by specific businesses in the area. The application is open year-round until all funds are used.

Helen Roath Memorial Fund

Established by Helen’s husband, Rollo, the fund is intended to help adult students return to the classroom.

Adult Education Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

Beck - O.J. Beck, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Coastal Bend Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000

About Us

Mission and Vision

The Mission of the Foundation is to improve the quality of life in the Coastal Bend by building community endowment and addressing social, educational, environmental, and cultural needs through the awarding of grants and scholarships.

Beck - O.J. Beck, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Purpose:

Established in memory of O.J. (Junior) Beck, Jr., a respected general contractor and builder in the Coastal Bend with a reputation for attention to his projects and friendly relations with owners. He served his community as a member, director, vice president and president of the South Texas Chapter of the Association of General Contractors, the Business Development Commission, Chamber of Commerce, Ada Wilson Hospital, United Way, YWCA and many other organizations. He came to an untimely death on April 15, 1982.

Education - Higher Education Civil Engineering Vocational & Trade Education

San Patricio/Aransas County A&H Scholarship

Coastal Bend Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $4,000

About Us

Mission and Vision

The Mission of the Foundation is to improve the quality of life in the Coastal Bend by building community endowment and addressing social, educational, environmental, and cultural needs through the awarding of grants and scholarships.

San Patricio/Aransas County A&H Scholarship

Purpose:

Established by San Patricio and Aransas County to encourage students to complete high school and attend college.

Amount:

$4,000 over 4 years/several available

Education - Higher Education

Pair-A-Douce Scholarship

Wayne County Community Foundation
Private
United States
More than US $1,000

About Us

Who We Are

The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

Pair-A-Douce Scholarship

Scholarship is open to individuals who are pursuing a technical/vocational education or two-year program in a one of the following skilled trade field of study:

  • Building Trades
    • (examples may include, but are not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, or welding)
  • Mechanical Trades
    • (examples may include, but are not limited to, agricultural equipment or farm machine mechanics)

Non-traditional students (adult learners) must be residents of Wayne County, Ohio and enrolled at Wayne County Schools Career Center, Heartland Technical Education Center (previously known as Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center), or OSU-ATI and pursing an applicable field of study. Applicants should demonstrate good character, strong work ethic, and financial need. First preference shall be given to students pursing a building trades program.

This application is for non-traditional students (adult learners) only. Traditional students (graduates or current graduating seniors of any high school located in Wayne County, Ohio) who wish to apply may do so by completing the Wayne County Community Foundation Universal Scholarship Application, found online at www.WCCFOH.org/scholarships

Vocational & Trade Education Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering +2 more

Don and Teara Buren Scholarship

Wayne County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

Who We Are

The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

Don and Teara Buren Scholarship

Eligibility:

This scholarship was established in memory of Sara Cottrel and is available to graduating or graduated high school students attending Congress Community Church located at 10691 Franchester Rd., West Salem, Ohio.

Applicant should demonstrate a balance among:

  • academic achievement of at least a 3.75 GPA if attending high school or at least a 3.50 cumulative GPA if attending an accredited college, university or technical school;
  • participation in extra-curricular activities; and
  • participation in community service and/or part-time employment.
  • Preference will be given to those with the greatest financial need.

    If no eligible students from Congress Community Church qualify, then the scholarship will be available to any Northwestern High School graduating senior, based on the criteria listed above.

    Past recipients may reapply, up to a maximum of four years. These applications will be included in the pool of candidates for the current year's selection process.

    Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Educational Access & Equity

    Mark W. Carrabine Memorial Math Award

    Wayne County Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    US $3,000

    About Us

    Who We Are

    The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

    Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

    The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

    Mark W. Carrabine Memorial Math Award

    Eligibility:

    • This scholarship is available to a student who graduated from high school located in Wayne County, Ohio (including home school), who excel in the field of mathematics.
    • Applicant musts be enrolled or enrolling in a two-or four-year higher educational institution.

    The selection committee will accept and review no more than one application from each high school located in Wayne County. Student shall submit their application to their respective guidance counselor, who, in consultation with the school’s math department, shall select one application to be forwarded to the selection committee for final consideration.

    One Year

    $3,000

    Varies

    Mathematics Education - Higher Education STEM / STEAM Education

    MIRK, Inc. Scholarship

    Wayne County Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Up to US $5,000

    About Us

    Who We Are

    The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

    Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

    The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

    MIRK, Inc. Scholarship

    Eligibility:

    Applicant must be a current graduating seniors of any high school located in Wayne County, Ohio. Applicant musts have a demonstrated financial need, a drive for success, and a strong work ethic. Emphasis shall be given to students who have overcome great adversity or challenges, either academically or otherwise. Although not required, student with Individual Education Plans (IEP) and 504 Plans are encouraged to apply.

    Two renewable scholarships shall be made:

    • one to an applicant pursing a four-year degree at an accredited college or university;
    • one to an applicant pursing a 2-year (or less) degree or a training certificate at an accredited or licensed trade, vocational, or technical school.

    Renewable (up to 4 years)

    Up to $5,000 each

    Two (one 4-year degree, one 2- year degree/certificate or less)

    Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity Vocational & Trade Education

    Roy S. Bates Scholarship

    Wayne County Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    US $2,500

    About Us

    Who We Are

    The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

    Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

    The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

    Roy S. Bates Scholarship

    Roy S. Bates (1916-2004)

    Roy Bates was born August 28, 1916, in a farmhouse in Chester Township, Wayne County, Ohio. A breach baby, Roy’s arms and legs were broken during delivery; miraculously, the baby survived and the only permanent impairment was a crooked right arm that couldn’t be raised above the shoulder. Roy was a bright, precocious child who entered Chester High School at age 13 where he played on the varsity basketball and baseball teams and graduated as valedictorian of the Class of 1933.

    Bates attended the College of Wooster where he was an outstanding intramural basketball and baseball player. After graduating from Wooster in 1937, Roy accepted a position teaching social studies at Chester High School. He was appointed Chester’s basketball coach in 1938, and he became the baseball coach in 1942. When Chester became a part of Northwestern High School in 1951, Bates was appointed basketball and baseball coach at the new school. When his coaching career ended in 1967, his varsity coaching record stood at 475-52 in baseball and 441-84 in basketball. Bates was the first coach in Ohio history to win state championships in both baseball (1959) and basketball (1965, and he was the first coach to be elected to both the Ohio Coaches Baseball and Basketball Halls of Fame.

    A world traveler, Bates led eight senior class trips, 12 basketball team trips and about 40 National Education Association trips to every continent except Antarctica. From 1948 to 2001, Bates conducted more than 14,500 sports shows on Wooster Radio. He also officiated basketball, baseball, and softball games for more than 30 years.

    After Bates retired from Northwestern in 1977, he assisted with college basketball programs at Indiana University, Cornell University, the University of Colorado, and the College of Wooster. Through his personal investments, he established the Roy S. Bates Scholarship Fund at Wayne County Community Foundation to help student athletes pursue their dreams of higher education.

    Education - Higher Education Baseball & Softball Basketball

    Wayne County 4-H General Scholarship

    Wayne County Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    About Us

    Who We Are

    The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

    Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

    The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

    Wayne County 4-H General Scholarship

    Term: One Year

    Amount: Varies

    Number Awards: Varies

    Education - Higher Education

    Wayne County 4-H/FFA Doyle Findley Scholarship

    Wayne County Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    About Us

    Who We Are

    The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

    Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

    The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

    Wayne County 4-H/FFA Doyle Findley Scholarship

    Term: One Year

    Amount: Varies

    Number Awards: Varies

    Education - Higher Education Livestock & Ranching

    Rosemary Shockney Memorial Scholarship

    Community Foundation of Randolph County
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    About Us

    We are YOUR Community Foundation! Our mission is to bring people and resources together to strengthen the quality of life, both now and in the future, for the residents of Randolph County.

    The Community Foundation of Randolph County, Inc. is here to make our community the very best place to live, work, and raise a family. As a non-political private organization, we are uniquely able to provide grant money for innovative projects that have a major impact on our community.

    Rosemary Shockney Memorial Scholarship

    Open to all Randolph County schools. Educational scholarship for students who are accepted into and attend accredited two- or four-year public or private institutions of higher education. 

    Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

    Winchester Chapter #60 Order of Eastern Star (EOS) & Charles Burke Memorial

    Community Foundation of Randolph County
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    About Us

    We are YOUR Community Foundation! Our mission is to bring people and resources together to strengthen the quality of life, both now and in the future, for the residents of Randolph County.

    The Community Foundation of Randolph County, Inc. is here to make our community the very best place to live, work, and raise a family. As a non-political private organization, we are uniquely able to provide grant money for innovative projects that have a major impact on our community.

    Winchester Chapter #60 Order of Eastern Star (EOS) & Charles Burke Memorial

    Awarded to a Randolph County student with a 3.0 G.P.A., and is a relative of a deceased chapter member.

    Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

    Virginia Davis Weber Scholarship

    Community Foundation of Randolph County
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    About Us

    We are YOUR Community Foundation! Our mission is to bring people and resources together to strengthen the quality of life, both now and in the future, for the residents of Randolph County.

    The Community Foundation of Randolph County, Inc. is here to make our community the very best place to live, work, and raise a family. As a non-political private organization, we are uniquely able to provide grant money for innovative projects that have a major impact on our community.

    Virginia Davis Weber Scholarship

    Virginia Ruth Davis Crew Weber was born in Winchester in 1909 to Earl C. and Mamie Davis. She graduated from Winchester High School with the Class of 1927, then attended the National College of Education in Evanston, IL, where she became certified as a teacher. Later she also attended Earlham College and Ball State University to earn her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. “Miss Virginia,” as she was known to her elementary students, taught in Wilmette, IL, Winchester, and Centerville before retiring in 1973. 

    The Virginia Davis Weber scholarship is given to a senior planning to further their education.

    Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation

    Richard G. Snyder Family Scholarship

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)

    In 1997 Merchants National Bank, an Armstrong County community bank, marked its 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration included a unique expression of gratitude to the community in the form of $100,000 to be used as a seed fund to initiate a community foundation for Armstrong County. The bank challenged the community to keep the principal balance of the endowed funds intact and spend only a portion of the interest earnings to ensure a lasting legacy.

    The Armstrong County Community Foundation, a public nonprofit corporation,

    • Gives grants, scholarships, and organizational support to address the needs of our community.
    • Builds a permanent endowment to help our donors create a legacy through this endowment.
    • Promotes informed philanthropy to increase and sustain charitable resources for the region.
    • Provides leadership and builds partnerships to identify and solve community issues.

    Richard G. Snyder Family Scholarship

    The Richard G. Snyder Family Scholarship for the Fields of Agriculture and the Fields of the Earth and Mineral Sciences was established to provide funds for scholarships for students majoring in the fields of agriculture or the fields of the earth and mineral sciences. 

    Career / College Preparation Academic Scholarship Programs Earth Science +1 more

    Klingensmith Scholarship

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)

    In 1997 Merchants National Bank, an Armstrong County community bank, marked its 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration included a unique expression of gratitude to the community in the form of $100,000 to be used as a seed fund to initiate a community foundation for Armstrong County. The bank challenged the community to keep the principal balance of the endowed funds intact and spend only a portion of the interest earnings to ensure a lasting legacy.

    The Armstrong County Community Foundation, a public nonprofit corporation,

    • Gives grants, scholarships, and organizational support to address the needs of our community.
    • Builds a permanent endowment to help our donors create a legacy through this endowment.
    • Promotes informed philanthropy to increase and sustain charitable resources for the region.
    • Provides leadership and builds partnerships to identify and solve community issues.

    Klingensmith Scholarship

    In October of 1983, the Trustees and various Klingensmith Trusts created a scholarship to further the higher education of working high school students residing in Ford City who chose to study in the field of pharmacy. Trustees funded the scholarship with $40,000, designated it as "The Klingensmith Fund," and authorized representatives of the Armstrong School District to invest and reinvest said principal sum and use the income to benefit any eligible student selected by the School District Representatives.

    The Trustees further directed that in February of 2007, the School District was to use the Klingensmith Fund's principal and income in its sole discretion to further the interests of the "high school in Ford City" and giving adequate consideration to pharmacological education.

    The Klingensmith Trusts that established the Klingensmith Fund no longer existed; and there no longer being a high school in Ford City, the CEO of Klingensmith Drug Stores, David J. Cippel, requested that the School District transfer the balance of the Klingensmith Fund to The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania (the Armstrong County Community Foundation), a public nonprofit corporation, for the purpose of establishing student scholarships.

    The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania (the Armstrong County Community Foundation) willingly accepted. The Armstrong School District transferred the remaining principal and income of the Klingensmith Fund to The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania (the Armstrong County Community Foundation) for the purpose of establishing college scholarships.

    Career / College Preparation Academic Scholarship Programs

    Kay Detrick Owen Scholarship

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)

    In 1997 Merchants National Bank, an Armstrong County community bank, marked its 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration included a unique expression of gratitude to the community in the form of $100,000 to be used as a seed fund to initiate a community foundation for Armstrong County. The bank challenged the community to keep the principal balance of the endowed funds intact and spend only a portion of the interest earnings to ensure a lasting legacy.

    The Armstrong County Community Foundation, a public nonprofit corporation,

    • Gives grants, scholarships, and organizational support to address the needs of our community.
    • Builds a permanent endowment to help our donors create a legacy through this endowment.
    • Promotes informed philanthropy to increase and sustain charitable resources for the region.
    • Provides leadership and builds partnerships to identify and solve community issues.

    Kay Detrick Owen Scholarship

    The Kay Detrick Owen Scholarship Fund was established in 2007 by The ARC Manor Foundation to support the education of students who plan to major in, or are currently studying for, a degree in human services.

    A human services professional is a generic term for people who hold professional and paraprofessional jobs in diverse settings such as group homes, halfway houses, community mental health centers, programs concerned with drugs and alcohol, domestic violence, aging, correctional programs, programs for people with intellectual disabilities, social workers, and probation/parole officials. Human services is a field of study that assists individuals and communities to function as effectively as possible in major domains of living. Its objective is to meet human needs through an applied knowledge base, focusing on prevention as well as remediation of problems, and maintaining a commitment to improving the overall quality of life of service populations.

    Suggested (but not limited to) acceptable examples of college majors and human services positions are psychology, sociology, social work, adult education, individual and family guidance counseling, behavioral management, criminal justice, probation officer, rehabilitation, mental health counselor, marriage and family therapist, substance abuse counselor, grief counselor, case manager, child advocate, child life specialist, etc. 

    Human & Social Services Career / College Preparation Academic Scholarship Programs

    Waneta Drake Miller Edmison Memorial Scholarship

    Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Waneta Drake Miller Edmison Memorial Scholarship

    Awarded to graduating seniors of accredited high schools in the Sioux Falls area. Plans to attend an accredited college, university, community college or technical school.

    Multiple scholarships are awarded.

    Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation Vocational & Trade Education +1 more

    Evelyn Benton Nursing Scholarship

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)

    In 1997 Merchants National Bank, an Armstrong County community bank, marked its 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration included a unique expression of gratitude to the community in the form of $100,000 to be used as a seed fund to initiate a community foundation for Armstrong County. The bank challenged the community to keep the principal balance of the endowed funds intact and spend only a portion of the interest earnings to ensure a lasting legacy.

    The Armstrong County Community Foundation, a public nonprofit corporation,

    • Gives grants, scholarships, and organizational support to address the needs of our community.
    • Builds a permanent endowment to help our donors create a legacy through this endowment.
    • Promotes informed philanthropy to increase and sustain charitable resources for the region.
    • Provides leadership and builds partnerships to identify and solve community issues.

    Evelyn Benton Nursing Scholarship

    Evelyn Benton was a wonderful mother, friend and mentor. As a professional nurse, Evelyn had empathy, kindness and respect for her patients. She inspired and encouraged her colleagues and co-workers and was a role model for so many throughout her life. The Evelyn Benton Nursing Scholarship was established in 2005 in memory of Evelyn by her family.

    Nursing Career / College Preparation Academic Scholarship Programs

    Dr. Samuel R. Black, Twila L. Black, and Samuel J. Black Medical Arts Scholarship

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)

    In 1997 Merchants National Bank, an Armstrong County community bank, marked its 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration included a unique expression of gratitude to the community in the form of $100,000 to be used as a seed fund to initiate a community foundation for Armstrong County. The bank challenged the community to keep the principal balance of the endowed funds intact and spend only a portion of the interest earnings to ensure a lasting legacy.

    The Armstrong County Community Foundation, a public nonprofit corporation,

    • Gives grants, scholarships, and organizational support to address the needs of our community.
    • Builds a permanent endowment to help our donors create a legacy through this endowment.
    • Promotes informed philanthropy to increase and sustain charitable resources for the region.
    • Provides leadership and builds partnerships to identify and solve community issues.

    Dr. Samuel R. Black, Twila L. Black, and Samuel J. Black Medical Arts Scholarship

    The Dr. Samuel R. Black, Twila L. Black, and Samuel J. Black Medical Arts Scholarship Fund was established to honor the life and work of Dr. Samuel R. Black. The scholarship is available to graduates of Armstrong County High Schools including Lenape Vo-tech who wish to pursue a career in the Medical Arts. The scholarship criteria includes students who are interested in veterinary medicine.

    Veterinary Science & Services Career / College Preparation Academic Scholarship Programs +1 more

    Judy L. (Beveridge) Creel Memorial Scholarship

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)

    In 1997 Merchants National Bank, an Armstrong County community bank, marked its 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration included a unique expression of gratitude to the community in the form of $100,000 to be used as a seed fund to initiate a community foundation for Armstrong County. The bank challenged the community to keep the principal balance of the endowed funds intact and spend only a portion of the interest earnings to ensure a lasting legacy.

    The Armstrong County Community Foundation, a public nonprofit corporation,

    • Gives grants, scholarships, and organizational support to address the needs of our community.
    • Builds a permanent endowment to help our donors create a legacy through this endowment.
    • Promotes informed philanthropy to increase and sustain charitable resources for the region.
    • Provides leadership and builds partnerships to identify and solve community issues.

    Judy L. (Beveridge) Creel Memorial Scholarship

    This scholarship is established to honor the memory of Gary and Judy (Beveridge) Creel of East Franklin Township, Armstrong County.

    Gary, the son of Clarence and Hally (Sharpe) Creel, was employed in the surface coal stripping industry and then owned and operated a retail tire sales business until his retirement. At the time of his passing, Gary was in the process of getting a patent approved for a canine orthopedic support device.

    Judy, the daughter of Floyd "Ernie" and Dorothy (Reesman) Beveridge, was employed in the banking industry. In retirement, Judy designed tombstones/grave markers for both humans and pets. Judy also was a published author having written three books.

    Gary and Judy met in high school and shared 55 years of marriage. Life was busy with work, family, and church responsibilities, but both found time to be there for others in their moment of need. Whether it was offering their time, professional skills or personal resources, their compassion was shared authentically and altruistically.

    It is the desire of children, Marci and Ryan, to establish this scholarship to continue their parents' legacy of ordinary people doing what they could to help others, simply because it was the right thing to do. Matthew 6:3-4; James 2:15-17

    Career / College Preparation Academic Scholarship Programs

    Hovik Family Scholarship

    Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Hovik Family Scholarship

    Awarded to a graduating high school senior who resides in Lincoln County in South Dakota and is a member of the Lutheran faith. 

    Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation Lutheranism

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