CFWabash John and Edith Richards Memorial Scholarship

The Richards were successful business people who owned the former Richards Tire Company on East Market Street in Wabash. They established a generous scholarship trust in 1965, to give back to their community by assisting worthy young residents of Wabash County who will be pursuing post-secondary career training or an academic degree at an accredited educational institution. Recipients are selected on the basis of a desire to continue an education beyond high school and an ability to succeed in education.

Eligibility Requirements

• Residents of Wabash County
• Traditional and nontraditional students
• Pursuing an academic degree or vocational certification

This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County.