Community Scholarship Program

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
$500

Application Deadline
January 31, 2024

Application Access Code
vcf

Annual scholarship established by the Estate of Maxine Williams in memory of Charles and Maxine to benefit North Daviess High School graduating seniors.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of North Daviess High School planning to pursue a degree at an accredited 2- or 4-year educational institution or trade school. Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale), demonstrate a strong work ethic, good citizenship and respectable moral character, and have financial need.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s work ethic as demonstrated by current and past employment history, good citizenship and moral character, and financial need.

Supplemental Requirements
Typewritten paragraph addressing the following:
Why have you applied for the scholarship? If Mr. and Mrs. Williams were alive today, what would you say to them if you should receive the scholarship?

Two letters of recommendation from individuals who are unrelated to the applicant and who are not Community Foundation board members, but who can attest to applicant’s ethical and moral character.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$6,000. Multiple scholarships may be awarded from this amount.

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by Cathleen M. (Lynch) Kendall in memory of her husband, David K. Lynch.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington High School, Washington Catholic High School, Barr-Reeve High School, or North Daviess High School who also attended Lena Dunn Elementary School. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and plan to attend a two- or four-year college or university in Indiana. Students who have received or have been named to receive full-tuition scholarships are not eligible for this award.

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

Supplemental Requirements
Written statement from a school official at Lena Dunn Elementary School attesting to the applicant’s attendance at the school.
Essay:  Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$700

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by the families of Derek Ray Arvin to benefit a Washington High School graduating senior.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington High School with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale).  Applicants must be an active member of a house of worship, a member of at least one varsity level IHSAA sport, and active in at least one extracurricular activity other than sports (e.g. Beta Club, Student Council, French Club, etc.).

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, level of athletic involvement and ability, and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Typewritten essay (200 to 300 words) answering the question: ”Why do you deserve this scholarship?”
Written statement (on letterhead) from applicant’s pastor or minister verifying applicant’s membership and level of activity within the ”church.”
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by Martha Risley Reiners in memory of her husband.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Daviess County high school for tuition, books, and required fees of post-secondary education. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and good scholastic standing.

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
$33,000. Multiple scholarships will be awarded from this amount.

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship created by Lodge 101 of the Washington Indiana Fraternal Order of Police.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Daviess or Martin County high school pursuing post-secondary education in law enforcement or a related field (excluding corrections officers). Applicants must have a minimum, cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (4.0 scale).

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the applicant’s high school attendance record, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and special circumstances (if applicable).

Supplemental Requirements
Statement of school attendance from high school guidance counselor.
Three letters of recommendation from an individual other than a family member or FOP Washington Lodge 101 member.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two $1,000 awards. Award will be paid upon completion of two semesters of college with a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and documentation showing recipient’s continued studies in law enforcement or a related field.

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established through the estate of Frederic Joseph Walker Jr. to benefit graduates of Washington High School and Washington Catholic High School.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington Catholic High School or Washington High School who plan to study journalism at Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana.  Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale).

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, academic performance, 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.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$4,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship created by Peoples Bank, now German American Bancorp, to help Daviess County students pursue advanced education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Daviess County high school with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale).  Applicants must be planning to major in a business related course of study at any accredited college or university.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance and leadership skills as indicated by applicant’s community involvement and extracurricular activities.

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

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship created by the employees of Kent-Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, Indiana to encourage the dependents of 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 dependents of employees (as defined by dependent’s eligibility for the company’s health insurance plan) who have completed at least six months of employment with Kent–Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, Indiana. Applicants must have a minimum, cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and be planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited 2- or 4-year educational institution or trade school. Past recipients of the scholarship may reapply; however, renewal awards are not guaranteed. Students who have received or have been named to receive full-tuition scholarships are not eligible for this award.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s work ethic as demonstrated by current and past employment history, a history of working hard to achieve aspirations and goals, success in overcoming difficult circumstances, involvement in community service and/or extracurricular activities, and the content of the Power Point presentation.

Supplemental Requirements
Power Point presentation addressing the following:
Why do you deserve this scholarship? (Applicants should not include photographs of themselves in the presentation.)

Letter of recommendation from an individual other than a family member or an employee of Kent–Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, Indiana, but who can attest to applicant’s ethical and moral character and ability to overcome challenges and obstacles.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Three $3,000 awards

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

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 3.0 cumulative GPA (4.0 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
February 1, 2024, at Noon (CST)

Application Access Code
cfa

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
$1,000

Application Deadline
February 2, 2024

Application Access Code
war

Annual scholarship established by John Shawhan in memory of his wife Jo Ann to benefit Daviess County students pursuing a nursing degree at Vincennes University.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Daviess County high school or Daviess County residents pursuing a degree in nursing at Vincennes University.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and the official grade transcript, with preference given to non-traditional students. (A non-traditional student is defined as an individual who delayed his or her enrollment in post-secondary education for at least one year after graduating or withdrawing from high school.)

Supplemental Requirements
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$6,000 (multiple scholarships may be awarded)

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual, renewable scholarship established by the John R. Chapman Trust Fund to provide a renewable scholarship to graduating seniors of Washington Community or North Daviess high schools.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington Community High School or North
Daviess High School planning to pursue post-secondary education at an accredited college or university majoring in a physical science such as astronomy, chemistry, geology, mineralogy, meteorology, or physics. Applicants must rank in the upper third of their graduating class.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need and academic performance.

Supplemental Requirements
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$5,000 (Open to renewal candidate only)

Application Deadline
June 1, 2024 (renewal application deadline)

Application Access Code
dav

Renewal Details
Renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and senior years provided recipient maintains a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale). 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 accounts.

Annual scholarship created by Veale Creek Players in memory of Lawrell Ray Hilgeman.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary degree at any accredited college, university, or vocational institution and have been involved in productions featured at the Veale Creek Theatre in Washington, Indiana.  Although it is desired that applicants plan to study performing arts at an accredited educational institution, other majors may be considered. If there are an insufficient number of applicants in a given year, applications will be accepted from performing arts students who have not had prior involvement with the Veale Creek Theatre.

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

Supplemental Requirements
Three personal or artistic reference letters from individuals unrelated to the applicant. Only one letter should be from a faculty/staff member of the school applicant presently attends.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000 Multiple scholarships will be awarded from this amount.

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

An annual scholarship established in memory of Lenore Overholser by her daughter, Kay Sander, and grandsons, Chad Sander and Craig Sander.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of North Daviess High School with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) majoring in education at any accredited college or university. Applicants must be involved in extra-curricular activities outside the classroom and/ or community service.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s grade point average and demonstrated leadership in extra-curricular/community service activities. Only time spent outside the classroom will be considered.

Supplemental Requirements
Brief essay (100–200 words) describing why the applicant wants to become a teacher.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$750

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by Patty A. Summers in memory of her father.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Daviess County high school or Daviess County residents who are considered non-traditional students. Applicants must have a minimum 2.7 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and a scholastic rank in the upper third of their graduating class. A non-traditional student is defined as an individual who delayed his or her enrollment in postsecondary education after graduating from high school.

Applicants must have participated in 4-H for at least four years and be planning to pursue a degree in the field of agri-business (such as farming, agricultural sales, agricultural research, veterinary science, agronomy, animal science, or related fields) at Vincennes University. In the event there are no applicants that meet the agri-business criteria, the scholarship opportunity will be made available to students planning to pursue an ASN or BSN degree in nursing at Vincennes University. Past recipients of the scholarship may reapply; however, renewal awards are not guaranteed. Students must maintain a 2.7 GPA while receiving the nursing scholarship.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, active participation in school, church, community, and work activities, and the required essay.

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

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

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 dependents 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 31, 2024

Application Access Code
vcf

Annual scholarship created in memory of Marilyn Wallace by her husband Lewis W. Wallace and her daughter Marcia L. McConnell.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of North Daviess High School who plan to pursue post-secondary education in health or health-related fields. Students who have received or have been named to receive full-tuition scholarships are not eligible for this award.

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

Supplemental Requirement
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$700

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by the John A. and Anna M. McCall Trust Fund to provide scholarships to graduates of North Daviess High School who are pursuing a career in teaching with an emphasis in fine arts or elementary education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduates of North Daviess High School who are pursuing a career in teaching, with an emphasis in fine arts or elementary education.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and the applicant’s official grade transcript.

Supplemental Requirements
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two $700 Awards

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by Lucile Vance in memory of her husband.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Daviess County high school with a scholastic rank in the upper third of their class. Applicants must have participated in 4-H for at least four years and be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at a college or university pursuing a degree in the field of agriculture (such as farming, agricultural sales, agricultural research, veterinary science, agronomy, animal science, or related fields). Past recipients may reapply; however, renewal awards are not guaranteed.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, active participation in school, church, community, and work activities, and on the required essay.

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
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

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
$3,000

Application Deadline
June 1, 2024 (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 scholarship established by the North Daviess Academic Opportunity Alliance (formerly known as North Daviess Dollars for Scholars Program) to help North Daviess students pursue advanced education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of North Daviess High School in Elnora, Indiana, planning to pursue a degree at any accredited 2- or 4-year educational institution or trade school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the applicant’s financial need, scholastic standing, and involvement in school and community activities.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s aspirations and educational goals.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Four $1,000 Awards

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship created by Westminster Presbyterian Church in memory of Ray L. Angerer.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be communicant members of Westminster Presbyterian Church of Washington, Indiana, pursuing a post-secondary degree at any accredited college, university, or vocational institution. Applicants may be graduating high school seniors, current college students, or non-traditional students. Past recipients may reapply; however, renewal awards are not guaranteed.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on participation and service to the church, to the community, and to school, respectively, and on the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements:
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s participation and service to the church, community, and school.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship created by the Daviess County 4-H Club Association in honor of long-time supporters, Ronald and Ann Frette.

Eligibility Criteria
Daviess County residents who are graduates of a Daviess County high school and pursuing post-secondary undergraduate studies or training. (Graduating high school seniors are ineligible.) Applicants must have participated in a Daviess County 4-H program for at least five years, completed at least two 4-H projects during each of those years, and maintained a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) during high school. Applicants must also demonstrate personal interest in and positive attitude toward continuing their education and demonstrate good moral character. Eligible applicants may receive this scholarship a maximum of two times during his or her college education or trade school training.

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

Supplemental Requirements
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$6,000 Multiple scholarships will be awarded from this amount.

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship created in memory of Ronald Todd Beasley, by his parents, Ronald Lee and Diane Beasley, Harley Scott Beasley, and friends.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of North Daviess High School who have been accepted into an accredited 2- or 4-year educational institution. Applicants must demonstrate qualities associated with a good moral character and respectable citizenship, including a cooperative attitude, respect for authority figures, responsibility and dependability, honesty, and friendliness.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s demonstration of character and citizenship qualities gleaned from the application and supplemental requirements and on the quality and clarity (including spelling/grammar) of the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Typewritten essay (500 words) answering the question, “How have you participated in your community to make it a better place?” Be specific in describing the ways you contribute to your community.
Two letters of recommendation – one from the applicant’s teacher or high school counselor and the other from someone who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a school official or a Daviess County Community Foundation board member. Both letters must attest to the applicant’s character and specifically address the citizenship qualities as stated in the eligibility criteria (cooperative attitude, respect for authority figures, responsibility and dependability, honesty, and friendliness).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship created by Gregory A. and Natalie J. Smith in memory of their son, Sheldon (1993-2006).

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington High School and Washington Catholic High School planning to pursue a two- or four-year college or vocational school degree in writing (literature, not journalism), computer graphics, computer game design, computer art design, or computer animation, computer programming, and/or web design at an accredited institution.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s cumulative grade point average (minimum 3.0 gpa on a 4.0 scale), financial need, and the required essay.  Applicants receiving a 4-year, full tuition scholarship, including the 21st Century Scholarship, will not be considered.

Supplemental Requirements
Typewritten essay (approximately 200 words) answering the question, ”What degree are you pursuing and how will that degree help you achieve your life goals?”
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
To Be Announced

Application Deadline
To Be Announced

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by the Knox County Purdue Ag Alumni to support students in Knox and adjoining counties who are pursuing a degree at Purdue University.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be graduating seniors of or residents of any Knox, Daviess, Greene, Sullivan, Pike, or Gibson County high school pursuing a degree at or currently attending Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and the official grade transcript, with preference given to Knox County residents and students pursuing an agriculture degree at Purdue University.

Supplemental Requirements
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

An annual scholarship established by Robert Fox in memory of Steven L. Gines.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington High School with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing post-secondary education at any accredited college or university. Applicants must have completed college preparatory courses in high school upon graduation and been involved in the arts (e.g. painting, drawing, music, piano, school plays, etc.).

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance (including difficulty of high school courses taken) and participation in the arts.

Supplemental Requirements
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$600

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav

Annual scholarship established by Phillip M. Summers and William E. Summers in memory of their parents.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington High School planning full-time enrollment at Vincennes University. Although preference will be given to students majoring in Business or Education, applications will be accepted from students majoring in any subject.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on work history, financial need, school activities, community and church activities, grade point average, ACT and SAT scores, 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.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
dav