Cloy and Connie Olhausen Scholarship
$7,500
Application available: November 1
Application deadline: February 1
Final decision announced: April 15
Overview
The Duane & Shirley Hiller Student Athlete Scholarship Fund is managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, based in Sioux City, Iowa. Created in 2009 by relatives and friends, the fund supports local student-athletes as they continue their education after high school.
Purpose
This scholarship helps graduating seniors from West Monona High School or Kingsley‑Pierson High School who intend to enroll in post‑secondary education.
Who may apply
- Graduating seniors from West Monona High School or Kingsley‑Pierson High School.
- Candidates must have participated in school‑sponsored athletics...
Application available: November 1
Application deadline: February 1
Final decision announced: April 15
Overview
The Duane & Shirley Hiller Student Athlete Scholarship Fund is managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, based in Sioux City, Iowa. Created in 2009 by relatives and friends, the fund supports local student-athletes as they continue their education after high school.
Purpose
This scholarship helps graduating seniors from West Monona High School or Kingsley‑Pierson High School who intend to enroll in post‑secondary education.
Who may apply
- Graduating seniors from West Monona High School or Kingsley‑Pierson High School.
- Candidates must have participated in school‑sponsored athletics...
Dr. Roger F. & Anita R. Wendt Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
BACKGROUND: The Dr. Roger F. and Anita R. Wendt Memorial Scholarship is managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, based in Sioux City, Iowa. Created in 2011 by family and friends to honor Dr. Roger Wendt and Anita Wendt, the fund commemorates their long service to the local community. Roger served 9 years as a teacher in the Sioux City Community School District and 35 years in school administration, totaling 44 years of service before his retirement in 2002. After retiring he served as a State Representative, with Anita working as his clerk. Anita remained an active community member until her...
BACKGROUND: The Dr. Roger F. and Anita R. Wendt Memorial Scholarship is managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, based in Sioux City, Iowa. Created in 2011 by family and friends to honor Dr. Roger Wendt and Anita Wendt, the fund commemorates their long service to the local community. Roger served 9 years as a teacher in the Sioux City Community School District and 35 years in school administration, totaling 44 years of service before his retirement in 2002. After retiring he served as a State Representative, with Anita working as his clerk. Anita remained an active community member until her...
Dr. Darrell Burnham Memorial Scholarship Fund
$1,500
Introduction The Darrell Burnham Memorial Scholarship provides an annual award to a worthy graduate from Forrest, Jones, or Lamar County who intends to pursue a college major in mathematics or an engineering field. Preference will be given to applicants planning to enroll at Mississippi State University or The University of Southern Mississippi. This scholarship was created to honor the memory of Dr. Darrell Burnham. Eligibility - Applicant must be a graduate of Forrest, Jones, or Lamar County. - Candidate must plan to major in Math or Engineering. - Priority is given to students intending to attend Mississippi State University or...
Introduction The Darrell Burnham Memorial Scholarship provides an annual award to a worthy graduate from Forrest, Jones, or Lamar County who intends to pursue a college major in mathematics or an engineering field. Preference will be given to applicants planning to enroll at Mississippi State University or The University of Southern Mississippi. This scholarship was created to honor the memory of Dr. Darrell Burnham. Eligibility - Applicant must be a graduate of Forrest, Jones, or Lamar County. - Candidate must plan to major in Math or Engineering. - Priority is given to students intending to attend Mississippi State University or...
Mt Pleasant Art Scholarship Fund
$600
Overview
An anonymous benefactor from Isabella County established the Art Scholarship to assist local graduating seniors who intend to pursue studies in Art or Art History. The award recognizes students who have demonstrated a genuine enthusiasm for the visual arts and who plan to continue that commitment as they begin postsecondary education and, ultimately, a career.
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants who plan to major in any of the following areas are eligible: drawing, ceramics, painting, graphic design, photography, printmaking, sculpture, typography, weaving/fiber design, art history, or art education (preparing to be an art instructor). The scholarship acknowledges that artistic...
Overview
An anonymous benefactor from Isabella County established the Art Scholarship to assist local graduating seniors who intend to pursue studies in Art or Art History. The award recognizes students who have demonstrated a genuine enthusiasm for the visual arts and who plan to continue that commitment as they begin postsecondary education and, ultimately, a career.
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants who plan to major in any of the following areas are eligible: drawing, ceramics, painting, graphic design, photography, printmaking, sculpture, typography, weaving/fiber design, art history, or art education (preparing to be an art instructor). The scholarship acknowledges that artistic...
Dr. Joyce Ann Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund
$2,500
Introduction
Dr. Joyce Ann Carter dedicated her professional life to higher education and to helping students succeed. She and her husband Gerry each earned Ph.D. degrees and served for many years on the faculty at Central Michigan University. For two decades Dr. Carter led the university’s Academic Assistance program, where she became especially committed to supporting students facing non-traditional circumstances. Her work guiding students toward financial and academic stability revealed a persistent need for more targeted financial aid for learners balancing education with difficult life situations.
About the Dr. Joyce Ann Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established to carry on Dr....
Introduction
Dr. Joyce Ann Carter dedicated her professional life to higher education and to helping students succeed. She and her husband Gerry each earned Ph.D. degrees and served for many years on the faculty at Central Michigan University. For two decades Dr. Carter led the university’s Academic Assistance program, where she became especially committed to supporting students facing non-traditional circumstances. Her work guiding students toward financial and academic stability revealed a persistent need for more targeted financial aid for learners balancing education with difficult life situations.
About the Dr. Joyce Ann Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established to carry on Dr....
Carolynn Cosan Memorial Scholarship Fund
$600
Carolynn Cosan was a guiding light and a trusted friend whose compassion and leadership left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her. She consistently put others first—caring for teammates and peers before herself—and lived with a firm sense of kindness, respect, and responsibility. Her devotion to people gave her the conviction to stand up for what she believed to be right. Carolynn earned recognition as the first female senior from Mt. Pleasant High School to receive a combined academic and athletic scholarship to play Division II soccer. Tragically, she was killed in an automobile accident two weeks before her...
Carolynn Cosan was a guiding light and a trusted friend whose compassion and leadership left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her. She consistently put others first—caring for teammates and peers before herself—and lived with a firm sense of kindness, respect, and responsibility. Her devotion to people gave her the conviction to stand up for what she believed to be right. Carolynn earned recognition as the first female senior from Mt. Pleasant High School to receive a combined academic and athletic scholarship to play Division II soccer. Tragically, she was killed in an automobile accident two weeks before her...
Susan K And Douglas E Dodge Scholarship Fund
$500
Introduction
Sue and Doug Dodge created a scholarship fund to express their gratitude to — and support — the two communities that have played a significant role in the Dodge family's life.
Background
Doug’s work in education began in Reed City as a student teacher. That start grew into a seventeen-and-a-half–year professional association with Reed City Public Schools. His first role as a public school superintendent was with Shepherd Public Schools, and the Dodges ultimately made Shepherd their home.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a graduating senior from either Reed City Community Schools or Shepherd...
Introduction
Sue and Doug Dodge created a scholarship fund to express their gratitude to — and support — the two communities that have played a significant role in the Dodge family's life.
Background
Doug’s work in education began in Reed City as a student teacher. That start grew into a seventeen-and-a-half–year professional association with Reed City Public Schools. His first role as a public school superintendent was with Shepherd Public Schools, and the Dodges ultimately made Shepherd their home.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a graduating senior from either Reed City Community Schools or Shepherd...
Eckersley Scholarship
$2,500
About Dean
Dean was a devoted civic leader in the Mt. Pleasant area and played an influential role throughout Isabella County. Over the years he held multiple leadership posts: he served as president of the Mt. Pleasant Lions Club, the Mt. Pleasant Jaycees, and the Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the City Commission from 1961 to 1966 and held the office of mayor in 1964 and again in 1966. Dean also served on the Board of Directors for American Security Bank and was a former director of both the Eagle Village, Inc. Foundation and...
About Dean
Dean was a devoted civic leader in the Mt. Pleasant area and played an influential role throughout Isabella County. Over the years he held multiple leadership posts: he served as president of the Mt. Pleasant Lions Club, the Mt. Pleasant Jaycees, and the Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the City Commission from 1961 to 1966 and held the office of mayor in 1964 and again in 1966. Dean also served on the Board of Directors for American Security Bank and was a former director of both the Eagle Village, Inc. Foundation and...
Governor John Engler Scholarship
$1,000
Governor John Engler Scholarship — Overview and Eligibility
Overview
John Engler, a native of Isabella County, was raised as the son of Agnes and the late Matt Engler, a farmer and cattleman from Beal City. Engler served as Michigan’s 46th governor from 1991 to 2003 and is Michigan’s second-longest-serving governor. The Governor John Engler Scholarship Fund was created to honor his roots in Isabella County by awarding educational assistance to local graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue careers in public service.
Eligibility and Requirements
- Must be a graduating high school senior from Isabella County.
- Minimum cumulative...
Governor John Engler Scholarship — Overview and Eligibility
Overview
John Engler, a native of Isabella County, was raised as the son of Agnes and the late Matt Engler, a farmer and cattleman from Beal City. Engler served as Michigan’s 46th governor from 1991 to 2003 and is Michigan’s second-longest-serving governor. The Governor John Engler Scholarship Fund was created to honor his roots in Isabella County by awarding educational assistance to local graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue careers in public service.
Eligibility and Requirements
- Must be a graduating high school senior from Isabella County.
- Minimum cumulative...
Earl G. Hartman, Sr. and Caroline Millar Hartman Scholarship
$2,000
Earl G. Hartman, Sr. and Caroline Millar Hartman dedicated their lives to building a stable, faith-centered home for their family. Firm believers in the value of a Catholic education, they saw all six of their children graduate from Sacred Heart Academy and were active, generous supporters of both Sacred Heart Parish and the Academy. In 2003 the Earl G. Hartman, Sr. and Caroline Millar Hartman Scholarship Fund was created in their memory to honor their commitment to the Catholic faith and to Catholic schooling. They would have been proud to know the fund supports the continued education of deserving Sacred...
Earl G. Hartman, Sr. and Caroline Millar Hartman dedicated their lives to building a stable, faith-centered home for their family. Firm believers in the value of a Catholic education, they saw all six of their children graduate from Sacred Heart Academy and were active, generous supporters of both Sacred Heart Parish and the Academy. In 2003 the Earl G. Hartman, Sr. and Caroline Millar Hartman Scholarship Fund was created in their memory to honor their commitment to the Catholic faith and to Catholic schooling. They would have been proud to know the fund supports the continued education of deserving Sacred...
Heydenburg Family Scholarship Fund
$600
Floyd and Margaret (“Peg”) Heydenburg, both music and education graduates of Illinois Wesleyan University, filled their home with music from the start of their marriage. Floyd’s teaching career led the family to Bad Axe, Belding, and Traverse City, where he taught choir, band, and orchestra and served as president of the Michigan School Vocal Association. Peg raised their four children — Paul, Bob, Al, and Linda — and in 1951 the family relocated to Mt. Pleasant. There Floyd taught choir at Mt. Pleasant High School and later joined Central Michigan University as a professor of music. Peg gave private piano...
Floyd and Margaret (“Peg”) Heydenburg, both music and education graduates of Illinois Wesleyan University, filled their home with music from the start of their marriage. Floyd’s teaching career led the family to Bad Axe, Belding, and Traverse City, where he taught choir, band, and orchestra and served as president of the Michigan School Vocal Association. Peg raised their four children — Paul, Bob, Al, and Linda — and in 1951 the family relocated to Mt. Pleasant. There Floyd taught choir at Mt. Pleasant High School and later joined Central Michigan University as a professor of music. Peg gave private piano...
Isabella Bank Scholarship Fund
$1,000
Introduction
Isabella Bank and its staff contribute time, funds, and volunteer effort beyond their everyday roles to serve customers and strengthen local communities. The bank recognizes that education is a lifelong endeavor and that supporting young people’s learning and civic engagement helps create opportunities for personal and professional growth. Isabella Bank views community service as an essential part of that educational journey.
Scholarship Overview
Each year Isabella Bank awards nine scholarships, each worth $1,000. The awards are distributed as follows: 1 for Bay County, 1 for Clare County, 1 for Gratiot County, 2 for Isabella County, 1 for Mecosta County,...
Introduction
Isabella Bank and its staff contribute time, funds, and volunteer effort beyond their everyday roles to serve customers and strengthen local communities. The bank recognizes that education is a lifelong endeavor and that supporting young people’s learning and civic engagement helps create opportunities for personal and professional growth. Isabella Bank views community service as an essential part of that educational journey.
Scholarship Overview
Each year Isabella Bank awards nine scholarships, each worth $1,000. The awards are distributed as follows: 1 for Bay County, 1 for Clare County, 1 for Gratiot County, 2 for Isabella County, 1 for Mecosta County,...
