This fund was established by Nedra F. Beebe. Nedra and Fred Beebe believed that education was extremely important in today’s society and they desired to increase the educational opportunities to deserving students, who are residents of the Beebe’s community.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Resident of Washington or Monroe Township in Kosciusko County
• High school graduate (excludes GED)
• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Desire of the student for education beyond the high school level
• Mental attitude, citizenship, and character of the student

Preference may be given to:

• Those that have maintained active church membership
• Those that desire to pursue a career in nursing and/or physical therapy
• Those that may not necessarily have the highest scholastic standing

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund was created through a trust established by Max and Kathryn Beigh as part of their estate planning. Max grew up in Claypool. He and Kathryn moved to Anderson, Indiana after graduating from Manchester College and getting married. They both spent many years teaching. The scholarship will help members of the Claypool United Methodist Church attain an education beyond high school.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

Helen and Carl Berkey were a sister and brother who lived in Kosciusko County. Helen was a teacher and Carl was a farmer. This fund provides scholarships to worthy high school graduates who need financial assistance to obtain higher education.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Kosciusko County resident at the time of high school graduation
• Graduate of a high school serving Kosciusko County
• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund was established by Thomas A. and Janet S. Tucker and Judy E. Bowerman in memory of their parents, Everett and Fern Besson. This scholarship provides financial assistance to deserving students who are pursuing post-secondary education in an area related to agriculture.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Kosciusko County resident
• Graduate of a high school or homeschool program serving Kosciusko County residents (excludes GED)
• Field of Study: Agriculture or Veterinary/Animal Science
• GPA: 3.7 or higher on a 4-point scale (or its equivalent)
• Active church membership
• Participation in a community or youth-oriented service program such as 4-H, FFA, or scouting

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund was created in memory of Ben Bibler through gifts from Experimental Applied Sciences (EAS), Inc., the Kosciusko County Community Foundation and Ben's friends and family. Ben won the EAS Most Inspirational Award from Body for LIFE after his death. The scholarship is awarded to a Kosciusko County resident who has overcome obstacles and is pursuing higher education.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Kosciusko County resident
• High school graduate or GED recipient
• Currently employed

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Demonstrates good work ethic and good character
• Participation in community service through church, service organization or youth group activities for at least two hours per week
• Willingness to contribute to education through employment

Applicants must provide a handwritten essay addressing how they have overcome a personal obstacle.

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund was established by Stephanie Bibler in memory of her beloved husband, Scott Bibler, who was a long-time educator and coach with Tippecanoe Valley High School. Scott had a servant’s heart and loved athletics. This fund awards scholarships to high school athletes who have strong character and servants’ hearts and who are pursuing a degree in the field of education.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Graduate of a high school located in Kosciusko County (excluding homeschool)
• GPA: “C” average or above

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Strong character with servant’s heart
• Participation in extracurricular activities

Preference may be given to:

• Those pursuing the field of education
• Those who participated in high school athletics
• Preference will be given in the following order:
  1. Graduating seniors from Tippecanoe Valley High School
  2. Graduating seniors from another high school in Kosciusko County
  3. Graduates of a high school in Kosciusko County

Applicants must provide an additional essay response.

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Established by Bill and Vicki Morton to provide educational scholarships for Kosciusko County students who were "littles" in a Big Brother or Big Sister match for at least one year, or be a student from Kosciusko County who was in a Lunch Buddies program operated by Big Brothers Big Sisters in a Kosciusko County school for at least one school year.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

Preference may be given to:

• Kosciusko County residents
• Those who demonstrate financial need

*Applicants are asked to provide a brief description of the impact the Big Brothers Big Sisters program has had on their school and personal life.

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Established by the parents of Lisa Anne (Boggs) Fawley, Robert and Marita Boggs, to award scholarships to graduates of Tippecanoe Valley High School (TVHS). Lisa was a 1975 graduate of TVHS, Grace College and Manchester University. She taught physical education in the Manchester and Tippecanoe Valley school systems. Lisa never allowed her physical challenges to stop her from achieving her goals. She served as an inspiration to many that nearly any obstacle could be overcome.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Graduating senior of Tippecanoe Valley High School
• GPA: “C” average or above
• Acceptance into a two or four year college or vocational training program
• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Created by Darrell's family and friends in his memory. Darrell was a longtime teacher in the Warsaw School Corporation, a member of the American Legion, Warsaw Kiwanis and Retired Teacher's Association.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Graduate of a high school located in Kosciusko County
• Accepted to a college or university in Indiana
• Pursuing certificate/license, associate or bachelor degree

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Mike Bott dedicated 35 years to teaching and coaching in the Warsaw School system. When he died unexpectedly in 2003, Mike's family wished to continue his teaching legacy by establishing the Bott Science Scholarship to assist WCHS students who are pursuing a post-secondary education in the field of science.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Kosciusko County resident
• Graduate of Warsaw Community High School
• Field of Study: Science
• Demonstrates financial need

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

George and Priscilla Bowser lived in Warsaw. George graduated from Indiana University and Harvard Law School. Priscilla graduated from Purdue and was a teacher. This fund awards scholarships to high school graduates in need of financial assistance to pursue degrees as teachers or in the study of law through Harvard University, Indiana University or Purdue University.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Kosciusko County resident at the time of high school graduation
• Graduate of a high school serving Kosciusko County
• Attending Harvard University, Indiana University or Purdue University
• Field of Study: Education or Law
• Demonstrates financial need

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

The Brandenburg Scholarship Trust was established in 2006 by Ed and Huldah Brandenburg to provide financial assistance to students pursuing higher education. The Brandenburgs created a strong bond with the Kosciusko County Multi-Township EMS and throughout their lives donated funds in support of the organization. Preference is given to students pursuing higher education in the medical field.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Citizen or legal resident of the United States
• Kosciusko County resident at the time of high school graduation
• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Scholastic record
• Record of experience, accomplishments and goals

Preference may be given to:

• Those pursuing studies and careers in the medical field

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund was established by the Warsaw Breakfast Optimists to fulfill their mission "Friend to Youth."

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Graduate of Warsaw Community High School or Lakeland Christian Academy
• Pursuing full-time course of study
• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Ability to satisfactorily complete chosen course of study as demonstrated by academic record
• Not a dependent of an Optimist Club member

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund is in memory of Robert and Sue Brennan. Robert owned a pharmacy in Warsaw and Sue was a retired teacher who was active in her church and the American Association of University Women. Awards are presented to area students pursuing careers in music or pharmacy.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Graduate of a high school serving Kosciusko County
• Field of Study: Music or Pharmacy

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Maintenance of high academic standards
• Participation in school and/or community activities

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund was established by David and Nova Brettell in memory of their son, Payton. Payton David Brettell was 18- months-old when he passed away. This fund will provide scholarships for students who are Kosciusko County residents, graduates of Warsaw or Wawasee High Schools and entering into a medical degree program with the intent to provide pediatric medical care.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Kosciusko County resident
• Graduating senior of Warsaw Community High School or Wawasee High School
• Field of Study: Health

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Plans to use degree for the care and treatment of children

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

This fund was created by the Shoop Sports and Youth Foundation in memory of their founder, J. Homer Shoop, to provide scholarships to graduates from Wawasee, Whitko or Warsaw High Schools. Mr. Shoop was a prominent banker in North Webster and was the founder of the International Palace of Sports, which promoted sports and tourism in the North Webster community from 1974-1989.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Graduate of Wawasee High School, Whitko High School or Warsaw Community high School
• GPA: 2.9 or higher on a 4-point scale (or its equivalent)
• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Demonstrated work ethic
• Participation in community service through church, service or youth group

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Dave Carey was a well-respected business owner and friend of the community. He operated Carey Excavating in North Webster for 40 years and Carey Realty in Warsaw for 20 years. Among his many community service activities, Dave was a 14-year board member of Wawasee Community Schools. Dave's father taught him the masonry trade and he felt learning a trade was important for young people. This fund assists Wawasee High School seniors.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Graduating senior of Wawasee High School
• Pursuing vocational/technical training

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Involvement in sports or extracurricular activities or employment history

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Neal M. Carlson and Joy M. Carlson established this scholarship fund to provide financial assistance to students who are in their junior or senior year of college, seeking degrees in elementary education or special education. Recipients must either be Kosciusko County residents attending any university or college in Indiana OR attending Grace College. The Carlsons established this fund in honor of their family members making careers in education of children and youth.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Citizen or legal resident of the United States
• Kosciusko County resident who graduated from a high school serving Kosciusko County and attending any school in Indiana OR current Grace College student
• Field of Study: Elementary Education or Special Education
• Entering Junior or Senior year of college
• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Academic success determined by a passing GPA
• Demonstrated work ethic
• Participation in community service demonstrated by active involvement in church, civic, nonprofit service or student organization groups

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

The Parent Teacher Council of Claypool Elementary School established this scholarship to provide assistance to students who reside in Clay Township in Kosciusko County and who have graduated from Warsaw Community High School.

 Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Citizen or legal resident of the United States
• Attended Claypool Elementary School
• Graduate of Warsaw Community High School
• GPA: 2.9 or higher on a 4-point scale (or its equivalent)
• Demonstrates financial need

 Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• Participation in athletics, extracurricular and/or community service

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Patricia and George Lenke established this fund in memory of Patricia's mother, Deborah Cooley. Scholarships help students pursuing nursing, physical therapy, radiology, medical technology or pharmacy degrees.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

• Kosciusko County resident
• Field of Study: Health
  • Pursuing nursing, physical therapy, radiology, medical technology, or pharmacy

• Demonstrates financial need

Reviewers will consider the following when selecting a recipient:

• No additional criteria specified so applicants will be evaluated on overall strength of application

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.