Martin Family Scholarship
$1,200
Introduction
The Martin Family Scholarship Fund awards financial assistance to graduating seniors from Isabella County who plan to pursue education or training after high school. The Martin Family views supporting local communities as a responsibility and believes investing in young people’s education and workforce preparation is essential to the long-term prosperity of area communities and businesses.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Isabella County seeking post–high school educational opportunities.
Online Application and Important Dates
The 2025 application cycle is closed. The next application will become available on January 1, 2026. All applications must be submitted through the Fund’s online...
Introduction
The Martin Family Scholarship Fund awards financial assistance to graduating seniors from Isabella County who plan to pursue education or training after high school. The Martin Family views supporting local communities as a responsibility and believes investing in young people’s education and workforce preparation is essential to the long-term prosperity of area communities and businesses.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Isabella County seeking post–high school educational opportunities.
Online Application and Important Dates
The 2025 application cycle is closed. The next application will become available on January 1, 2026. All applications must be submitted through the Fund’s online...
Mercantile Bank of Michigan Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
The Mercantile Bank of Michigan Scholarship Fund provides financial awards each year to graduating seniors from the Clare, Mt. Pleasant (including Sacred Heart Academy), and Shepherd areas who have shown exceptional dedication to community service and plan to continue their education or vocational training.
Purpose
The scholarship program was established to honor local young people for their volunteerism and civic involvement. Mercantile Bank of Michigan created the fund to encourage and reward high school seniors who have distinguished themselves through service by helping them pursue further education.
Annual Awards
Four scholarships are granted each year:
- One scholarship for...
Overview
The Mercantile Bank of Michigan Scholarship Fund provides financial awards each year to graduating seniors from the Clare, Mt. Pleasant (including Sacred Heart Academy), and Shepherd areas who have shown exceptional dedication to community service and plan to continue their education or vocational training.
Purpose
The scholarship program was established to honor local young people for their volunteerism and civic involvement. Mercantile Bank of Michigan created the fund to encourage and reward high school seniors who have distinguished themselves through service by helping them pursue further education.
Annual Awards
Four scholarships are granted each year:
- One scholarship for...
Paul Moeggenberg Family Youth Agricultural Scholarship
$1,000
The Paul Moeggenberg Family Youth Agricultural Scholarship was created to honor a man who dedicated his life to faith, family, community, and farming. At 15 years old, Paul left high school to help run his parents’ farm while his older brothers served in World War II. In 1955, he and his new wife, Eleanor, bought a farm in Leaton, Michigan. Together they operated a thriving dairy farm and raised eleven children.
Although much of Paul’s time was spent working the land, he was always a patient and loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and community and church leader. He used...
The Paul Moeggenberg Family Youth Agricultural Scholarship was created to honor a man who dedicated his life to faith, family, community, and farming. At 15 years old, Paul left high school to help run his parents’ farm while his older brothers served in World War II. In 1955, he and his new wife, Eleanor, bought a farm in Leaton, Michigan. Together they operated a thriving dairy farm and raised eleven children.
Although much of Paul’s time was spent working the land, he was always a patient and loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and community and church leader. He used...
Mt. Pleasant High School Class of 1959 Legacy Scholarship
$2,500
Introduction and background
In 1959 — the same year Alaska became the 50th state, the Cold War was an international backdrop, and Dwight D. Eisenhower was president — a group of seniors at Mt. Pleasant High School were occupied with the usual end-of-high-school activities: senior events, Friday night plans, and preparing for graduation. Classmate Janice Brien Huffman recalled, “We were a fun class who enjoyed being where we were, enjoyed the moments,” and later reflected that the group “just accomplished more than anyone of us would have expected.”
Their experiences were shaped by the local schools and by the era....
Introduction and background
In 1959 — the same year Alaska became the 50th state, the Cold War was an international backdrop, and Dwight D. Eisenhower was president — a group of seniors at Mt. Pleasant High School were occupied with the usual end-of-high-school activities: senior events, Friday night plans, and preparing for graduation. Classmate Janice Brien Huffman recalled, “We were a fun class who enjoyed being where we were, enjoyed the moments,” and later reflected that the group “just accomplished more than anyone of us would have expected.”
Their experiences were shaped by the local schools and by the era....
Jeff Reedy Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
The Jeff Reedy Memorial Scholarship Fund was created to honor the memory of Jeffrey B. Reedy by supporting graduating seniors in the Central Michigan area who intend to pursue careers in business.
About Jeffrey B. Reedy
Jeff died on January 19, 2003, as the result of a snowmobile accident. A graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School, he attended Central Michigan University but was unable to complete his degree because of family financial responsibilities. In recognition of his work ethic and the importance he placed on providing for his family, his relatives established this scholarship to commemorate his life. Jeff spent...
The Jeff Reedy Memorial Scholarship Fund was created to honor the memory of Jeffrey B. Reedy by supporting graduating seniors in the Central Michigan area who intend to pursue careers in business.
About Jeffrey B. Reedy
Jeff died on January 19, 2003, as the result of a snowmobile accident. A graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School, he attended Central Michigan University but was unable to complete his degree because of family financial responsibilities. In recognition of his work ethic and the importance he placed on providing for his family, his relatives established this scholarship to commemorate his life. Jeff spent...
Jeffrey Vernon Memorial Scholarship
$500
Introduction
Jeffrey Vernon’s life was a testament to resilience and generosity. Born with a serious congenital heart defect and not expected to survive beyond his 18th birthday, Jeff nevertheless lived to age 33. His journey—from a gifted student to a successful broadcaster and, ultimately, an organ and tissue donor—continues to inspire those who knew him and those helped by the scholarship established in his name.
Life and career
Jeff graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1984, earning a broadcasting award, then went on to Central Michigan University where he completed a degree in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts in 1990....
Introduction
Jeffrey Vernon’s life was a testament to resilience and generosity. Born with a serious congenital heart defect and not expected to survive beyond his 18th birthday, Jeff nevertheless lived to age 33. His journey—from a gifted student to a successful broadcaster and, ultimately, an organ and tissue donor—continues to inspire those who knew him and those helped by the scholarship established in his name.
Life and career
Jeff graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1984, earning a broadcasting award, then went on to Central Michigan University where he completed a degree in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts in 1990....
Bruce William Wood Memorial Scholarship
$500
Overview
Sandra and Richard Wood established the Bruce William Wood Memorial Scholarship Fund to honor the memory of their son, Bruce. The fund awards scholarships to graduating seniors of Mt. Pleasant High School who intend to pursue careers in television production or closely related fields.
About Bruce William Wood
Bruce was 27 years old when he and his fiancée lost their lives in an automobile accident. At the time of his death he worked as a television producer with Ross Roy Productions in Novi, MI.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior from Mt. Pleasant High School.
- Minimum cumulative...
Overview
Sandra and Richard Wood established the Bruce William Wood Memorial Scholarship Fund to honor the memory of their son, Bruce. The fund awards scholarships to graduating seniors of Mt. Pleasant High School who intend to pursue careers in television production or closely related fields.
About Bruce William Wood
Bruce was 27 years old when he and his fiancée lost their lives in an automobile accident. At the time of his death he worked as a television producer with Ross Roy Productions in Novi, MI.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior from Mt. Pleasant High School.
- Minimum cumulative...
Jack and Carol McGann Scholarship
$1,500
Overview
This scholarship supports women and students from underrepresented racial/ethnic groups who are enrolled at Indiana University South Bend and meet the criteria below.
Eligibility
- Must be female and/or a minority student attending Indiana University South Bend
- Resident of St. Joseph County
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester
- Demonstrate financial need (completion of the FAFSA is required)
- Preference given to applicants whose tuition and fees are not already covered by other gift or grant aid
Award Details
- At least one scholarship of $1,500 will be...
Overview
This scholarship supports women and students from underrepresented racial/ethnic groups who are enrolled at Indiana University South Bend and meet the criteria below.
Eligibility
- Must be female and/or a minority student attending Indiana University South Bend
- Resident of St. Joseph County
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester
- Demonstrate financial need (completion of the FAFSA is required)
- Preference given to applicants whose tuition and fees are not already covered by other gift or grant aid
Award Details
- At least one scholarship of $1,500 will be...
Charles Martin “Touch a Life” Scholarship
$8,750
Provide your email and the year you expect to graduate high school, and we’ll send updates about new scholarship openings and application deadlines. Please note that most of our awards require applicants to be residents of St. Joseph County.
About our scholarships
The Community Foundation of St. Joseph County manages more than 60 scholarship funds and awards nearly $1 million to local students each year. These awards support students pursuing further education through direct financial scholarships and internship opportunities. Eligibility for individual scholarships can depend on factors such as the student’s high school, GPA, intended major, college choice, and other...
Provide your email and the year you expect to graduate high school, and we’ll send updates about new scholarship openings and application deadlines. Please note that most of our awards require applicants to be residents of St. Joseph County.
About our scholarships
The Community Foundation of St. Joseph County manages more than 60 scholarship funds and awards nearly $1 million to local students each year. These awards support students pursuing further education through direct financial scholarships and internship opportunities. Eligibility for individual scholarships can depend on factors such as the student’s high school, GPA, intended major, college choice, and other...
Columbus Hilltop Lions Community Service Scholarship
$2,000
Overview
This scholarship is intended for students from the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus who demonstrate a strong, ongoing commitment to community service.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior at one of the following schools: Bishop Ready Catholic High School, Briggs High School, Franklin Heights High School, or West High School. Alternatively, students who live inside the attendance boundaries of those high schools but are enrolled in a charter school or are home-schooled are also eligible.
- Must have completed at least 30 hours of volunteer service between the start of the applicant’s junior year and the application deadline of...
Overview
This scholarship is intended for students from the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus who demonstrate a strong, ongoing commitment to community service.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior at one of the following schools: Bishop Ready Catholic High School, Briggs High School, Franklin Heights High School, or West High School. Alternatively, students who live inside the attendance boundaries of those high schools but are enrolled in a charter school or are home-schooled are also eligible.
- Must have completed at least 30 hours of volunteer service between the start of the applicant’s junior year and the application deadline of...
James K. Goldston Cybersecurity Scholarship
$2,000
Overview and background
Founded in 2006 by the family of James K. Goldston, this scholarship was created to help Tennessee students pursue undergraduate coursework in computer engineering, computer science, cyber science, or cybersecurity at a Tennessee four-year institution or community college.
Award amount
One-time award of $2,000.
Who may apply
- Students who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, in a computer-related undergraduate program at a college or university in Tennessee.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, carry a minimum 2.5 GPA, be enrolled full-time, and demonstrate financial need.
- While all students with an interest in cybersecurity are encouraged...
Overview and background
Founded in 2006 by the family of James K. Goldston, this scholarship was created to help Tennessee students pursue undergraduate coursework in computer engineering, computer science, cyber science, or cybersecurity at a Tennessee four-year institution or community college.
Award amount
One-time award of $2,000.
Who may apply
- Students who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, in a computer-related undergraduate program at a college or university in Tennessee.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, carry a minimum 2.5 GPA, be enrolled full-time, and demonstrate financial need.
- While all students with an interest in cybersecurity are encouraged...
Debbie Van Cleave Scholarship
$1,400
Introduction and Background
The scholarship was created by Debbie Van Cleave’s parents to honor her memory. Debbie was a celebrated East Tennessee potter whose artistic skill remained undiminished despite her blindness. The fund supports legally blind students from the region who are pursuing post-secondary education.
Award Amount
One-year scholarship of $1,400.
Who Is Eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or students already enrolled in college.
- Permanent residence within the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25-county service area.
- Legally blind: visual acuity of 20/200 or worse after correction, or a visual field limited to 20 degrees or less.
- Demonstrated financial...
Introduction and Background
The scholarship was created by Debbie Van Cleave’s parents to honor her memory. Debbie was a celebrated East Tennessee potter whose artistic skill remained undiminished despite her blindness. The fund supports legally blind students from the region who are pursuing post-secondary education.
Award Amount
One-year scholarship of $1,400.
Who Is Eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or students already enrolled in college.
- Permanent residence within the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25-county service area.
- Legally blind: visual acuity of 20/200 or worse after correction, or a visual field limited to 20 degrees or less.
- Demonstrated financial...
