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Basic Information

Deadline:
April 1, 2026

Description

This fund was established in 2021 in order to provide scholarships for veterans or the family members of veterans in Allen County. This scholarship was created in memory of Tony Beam who served in the United States Army Reserves and as a Human Intelligence Collector/Specialist in the War in Afghanistan. Tony loved spontaneous travel and being outdoors. He was a talented mechanic who enjoyed working on his boat and cars. He was a caring and compassionate friend, son, and brother who knew how to make those around him feel loved.

This Scholarship is for active duty service members, veterans, spouse of a veteran or active duty service member, or legal dependent of a veteran or active service member, honorably discharged or medically discharged.

You must be based in Northeast Indiana, from Northeast Indiana, or residing in Northeast Indiana and attending an accredited college, university, or trade/vocational/technical school. This scholarship is provided by the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
Allen County, Whitley County, Adams County, DeKalb County, Huntington County, Noble County, Wells County, Kosciusko County, LaGrange County, Steuben County, Wabash County
Fields of Study:
General Studies
Identity Groups:
Child (or Spouse) of Veteran, Military Service Member, Child (or Spouse) of Military Service Member