Funding Opportunity Details
Established in memory of Dale Hughes Jr. by his wife Emilyn, this scholarship honors his belief in education. Dale's family included educators, and he served as a farmer, Steuben County Commissioner (18 years), Prairie Heights School board member (8 years), and Salem Township precinct committeeman. Preference is given to students pursuing agricultural education, political science, nursing, dental, teaching, or business fields. The Steuben County Community Foundation administers this scholarship.
Applicant must be a Steuben County resident graduating from Prairie Heights High School, continuing education through an accredited program (four-year degree preferred but not required). Preference given to students pursuing agricultural education, political science, nursing, dental, teaching, or business.