This scholarship was established in 2009 by Daniel Emrick in memory of his parents who ran a local music store. Charles taught music early in his career and then became principal of Southwood High School. Professionally, Charles was an educator, but his personal interests revolved around music. He played in bands in a three-state area and then took up performance in Texas where the Emricks retired. The scholarship supports bachelor’s or master’s degree students in the field of education. Applicants are required to describe in writing why they choose education as a career. 

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

Eligibility Requirements

• Southwood High School or White's Residential and Family Services, Inc. graduate
• Students pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in education

Chris Rood taught US History at Wabash High School and coached baseball from 1971-1994, building a top notch baseball program for the school. The culmination of his career came in 1986 when he took an unranked team to the state championship. When he died suddenly, Chris’s sister, Lisa Collier, established a scholarship in his name to provide financial assistance for varsity baseball players who are current year graduates of Wabash High School and residents of the City of Wabash. 

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

Eligibility Requirements

• Wabash High School graduate (current year)
• Resident of the City of Wabash
• Member of the Wabash High School baseball team

This scholarship memorializes Dan Haupert who was tragically killed in a grain silo accident in January 2020. To honor Dan’s work ethic and passion for farming, Roxanne and their children, Ryan, Tara, and Lisa, created the Dan Haupert Memorial Scholarship for a Northfield High School senior. Recipients of the scholarship will have been involved with the Future Farmers of America during high school and will have plans to pursue a career in agriculture or a related field. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County.

Eligibility Requirements

• Northfield High School graduate (current year)
• Participation in Future Farmers of America (FFA) for at least one year of high school
• High School GPA of at least 2.3 on a 4.0 scale
• An essay highlighting lessons on hard work and leadership the applicant has learned from FFA and how the lessons will shape a future career in agriculture.

The Dennis Horn Cross Country Scholarship was created by wife Carol Horn, and friends, and family to recognize Dennis’ thirty plus years of coaching cross country at Wabash High School. Scholarships will be given to members of the Wabash High School Cross Country Team. Recipients will be chosen based on a commitment to Wabash High School Cross Country, a positive mental attitude, and individual success, as well as financial need. 

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

Eligibility Requirements

• Wabash High School graduate
• Member of the Cross Country Team

When Fred Squires retired, he was presented with a gift of money from his colleagues, which he used not for himself, but to establish a scholarship honoring his mother, Dorothy Squires, who taught English, journalism, and American history at Wabash and Northfield High Schools. This scholarship can be used for any field of study. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County.

Eligibility Requirements

• Graduate of a Wabash County high school (current year)
• Traditional students only
• Full-time students pursuing a four-year degree from a public or private institution

Floyd Glass was a teacher for many years in the south part of the county. Wanting to leave a legacy for Southwood High School students, Floyd Glass created a scholarship in his will in 1977 for students who not only excelled academically but who showed ability as leaders in their school and their community. Mr. Glass passed away in 1986 and soon after, Glass scholarships began to be awarded. Mr. Glass had a dream of helping students get a college education and become the leaders of tomorrow. Financial need as well as scholastic and leadership ability will be considered.

Eligibility Requirements

• Graduates of Southwood High School in the current year
• Enrolling in an accredited post-secondary educational institution

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

This scholarship, established by grandchildren of Wilbur and Florence Ford, honors Wilbur and Florence's deep commitments to their community through support for organizations, volunteering, and creating opportunities for future generations. The descendants of the Fords have carried on this legacy of community support and are providing a full tuition, four-year scholarship for a student of any Wabash County high school who has been actively involved in the betterment of Wabash County through extracurricular activities, volunteer service, and participation in community events. Students who wish to apply will be required to write an essay about the changes they would like to see in Wabash County and how they could turn their visions into reality.

Eligibility Requirements

• Wabash County High School graduate
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Must have actively been involved in the betterment of Wabash County through extracurricular activities, volunteer service, and participation in community events.

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

The Furel R. Burns Business Scholarship was established in 1998 by Jean E. Paulus in memory of her father, Furel R. Burns. Mr. Burns was a successful businessman in North Manchester. He was the owner of Burns Bakery on Walnut Street just across from the Post Office. Mr. Burns was active in community affairs, a member of the North Manchester Rotary Club, and an active member of the American Bakers Association.

Eligibility Requirements

• Manchester High School seniors excelling in business administration/management and planning to pursue the same in college

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

Laura and Bill Eppley and friends established this scholarship in 2008 to memorialize their son Garth and his love of life and music. Candidates for this scholarship will submit a pre-recorded audition. This scholarship is intended to be a four-year scholarship with proof of music study required at the beginning of each academic year. Awarded every four years, the scholarship was last awarded in 2021.

Eligibility Requirements

• Wabash County high school graduate who plans to pursue undergraduate study in music or music education
• Full or part-time student
• Not a full tuition music scholarship recipient
• Traditional or non-traditional student

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

Doug and Barbara Vawter established this scholarship in memory of Barbara’s parents, Marietta and Paul Sell. The Sells were active in and supported numerous community, church, and 4-H events in Wabash County and modeled the virtues of the 4-H pledge (Head, Heart, Hands and Health) and motto (To Make the Best Better). They believed deeply in giving thanks with grateful hearts and reaching out with God’s love. Barbara Vawter says, “4-H has meant a lot to my family – the club teaches responsibility, perseverance, leadership, and doing the best you can. Members receive support and encouragement from adult leaders, while the program promotes independence, character-building, and self-confidence.”

Eligibility Requirements

• U.S. citizen and resident of Wabash County
• Graduate of Manchester High School within the last three years
• Graduated from high school with a GPA of 2.0 or greater on a 4-point scale
• Participated in 4-H for not less than six years

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

When their Methodist Church building closed, the Hettmanspergers put the money from the sale of the church to work as a scholarship for graduate students who want to prepare for missions, ministry, or one of the helping professions, such as social work, counseling, nursing, public health, and education.

Eligibility Requirements

• Wabash County resident or graduate from a Wabash County high school
• Enrolling in an accredited graduate school to study in the area of Christian ministry or mission, or a related helping field, such as, but not limited to, social work, public health, psychological counseling, nursing, and education.

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

Terry and Carol Agness’ children created this scholarship to honor their parents who believed in supporting local community projects like Meals on Wheels, the Honeywell Center, education, and students. The scholarship is awarded to a Purdue student pursuing a degree in engineering or business and is based on academic performance, school activities, church involvement, work experience, and financial need.

Eligibility Requirements

• A resident of Wabash County and a graduate of a Wabash County high school
• Traditional or nontraditional student
• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in business or engineering from Purdue University
• Entering Purdue University with a B average or better

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

This scholarship is intended for a graduating Bluffton High School senior having attended at least one full year at Bluffton-Harrison Elementary School, with a minimum C average,and good citizenship. Scholarship may be utilized at any accredited public or private postsecondary institution.

This scholarship is administered by the Wells County Community Foundation.

This scholarship is intended for graduating seniors from Southern Wells High School who plan to seek a degree in education with the intent to teach. First preference will be given to applicants residing in Jackson Township.

This scholarship is administered by the Wells County Community Foundation.

This scholarship is intended for graduating seniors of Bluffton High School ranking in the top 25% of the class (transcript required for verification) with demonstrated good character and planning to pursue a baccalaureate degree as a full-time student. Scholarship may be utilized at any accredited public or private postsecondary institution. Preference shall be given to students who attend a state-supported Indiana institution.

This scholarship is administered by the Wells County Community Foundation.

Must be a Wells County resident or employed at a healthcare facility within Wells County and have been accepted into an accredited RN program (2-4 year). Must submit a letter from admissions verifying acceptance into the nursing program. Additionally, if applicable, submit a statement from the advisor regarding the number of credit hours completed.

This scholarship is administered by the Wells County Community Foundation.

ACEC Indiana recognizes the importance of attracting talented college students to consulting engineering. ACEC Indiana's Associate Members organize an annual golf outing raising monies to provide exceptional scholarships to exceptional students. Students must be entering their junior, senior, fifth, or master’s degree year to qualify for the general scholarships. In addition, a student must be a full-time Indiana resident pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil, environmental, mechanical/electrical or structural engineering or in an accredited land-surveying program at engineering or in an accredited land-surveying program at an ABET-accredited school in Indiana to qualify.

This year, Northeastern REMC will award a total of $6,000 through three $2,000 scholarships. Two scholarships are designated for students planning to attend a college or university, while one scholarship supports a student entering a skilled trade or technical field. The program reflects Northeastern REMC’s commitment to education, workforce development, and recognizing multiple paths to success after high school.

Selection criteria will be based on scholastic achievement, school involvement, community involvement, and recommendations. The student must be a graduating senior and a full-time dependent of a current REMC member.

This scholarship is for Allen County high school seniors or current IU School of Dentistry students that graduated from an Allen County high school. You must be attending Indiana University Fort Wayne (IUFW), IUPUI or Indiana University-Bloomington and pursue a career in the dental field. A GPA of at least 3.0 is required. In the event that there are multiple applications received, priority consideration will be given first to Snider High School applicants, then the other Fort Wayne Community School applicants, and finally to all applicants attending accredited schools in Allen County. This scholarship is provided by the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne.

This scholarship was established in memory of Ashley by her parents in 2012. Ashley was a 2012 graduate of Columbia City High School and accepted into the radiology program at the University of St. Francis. Applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating senior of Columbia City High School and Churubusco only and planning on attending University of St. Francis with career aspirations in the medical field.

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