Community Scholarship Program

Annual scholarship created by the Wood Memorial High School Class of 1971 Alumni Association.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Wood Memorial High School in good academic standing and pursuing post-sec­ondary education at any accredited educational institution. Financial need is not a requirement but may be considered in the selection process.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay:  Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,050

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the Princeton Kiwanis Foundation.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Princeton Community High School with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to pursue a 4-year degree at any accredited college or university.

Selection Criteria
While selection will be based on all sections of the application form and supplemental documents, successful candidates will demonstrate leadership abilities, participation in extra-curricular activities, and a spirit of volunteerism.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s aspirations and educational goals.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$7,530

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the family of Allison Tenbarge in memory of Allie and her son, Parker, who were victims of domestic violence. It was Allie’s dream to follow in her father’s footsteps to pursue a career in criminal justice. This scholarship honors Allie’s memory by providing financial assistance to females studying criminal justice or law enforcement with the hope that once they enter the field, they will help make a positive impact in the fight against domestic violence.

Eligibility Criteria
Female, graduating high school seniors in Daviess, Gibson, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh or Warrick counties with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing a post-secondary degree (2- or 4-year) in criminal justice or law enforcement.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s dedication to pursuing a career in criminal justice or law enforcement as demonstrated in the application and required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
One page essay describing why the applicant has chosen to pursue a career in criminal justice or law enforcement.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
To be announced

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the Arts Council of Gibson County to benefit graduating seniors of Gibson County high schools pursuing advanced education in the fields of art, drama, or music. From 1991 to 2007, the Arts Council of Gibson County fulfilled its mission of encouraging, assisting, coordinating, and promoting cultural arts activities in Gibson County by providing ”Informances” and clinics for all Gibson County students in grades K-12.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be a graduating senior from any Gibson County high school with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to pursue a two- or four-year degree at any accredited college or university in the field of art, drama, or music.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s). Financial need is not a requirement but may be considered in the selection process.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten double-spaced pages.)
Completion of the FAFSA.
Two letters of recommendation in support of applicant’s skills, abilities, and motivation related to his or her chosen field of undergraduate study. One letter should be from a teacher or other school personnel, and the other letter from someone unrelated to the applicant and not a Community Foundation board member.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,820

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the family and friends of Betty Ann McCullough.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Princeton Community High School demonstrating outstanding perseverance in mathematics and language arts throughout high school. Applicants must have surpassed expectations as indicated by past performance; intend to continue education in the mathematics field in college or vocational school; and succeeded in overcoming cultural, health and domestic obstacles. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten double-spaced pages.)
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official documentation showing ISTEP scores (or equivalent out-of-state testing scores) in Math and Language Arts for third, sixth, eighth, and tenth grades.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship established by Mary Key in memory of her husband. Bob Key (1942-1995) was a husband and father whose chosen vocation was farming. Throughout his life, he pursued the perfection of his physical and managerial skills. He often took continuing education courses and taught seminars at Purdue University. He believed that success was achieved by a person’s own ability to accomplish a task as efficiently as possible. The Bob Key Memorial Education Scholarship is an appropriate continuation of his enthusiasm for lifelong learning.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be a graduating high school senior, a high school graduate, or must have received a high school equivalency certificate. Available to Gibson County residents desiring to improve their ability or knowledge through completion of a seminar, short course, or post-secondary education. Award also may be used to obtain educa­tional materials.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Two letters of recommen­dation from supervisors, co-workers, or others knowledgeable about the applicant but who are unrelated to the applicant and not Community Foundation board members.
Essay: Statement of Aspira­tions and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) and if applying for scholarship for a seminar or short course, explaining the nature of the course, seminar, or educational materials for which the applicant seeks award and explaining how the course, seminar or educational materials will improve the appli­cant’s proven skills.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,920

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship in loving memory of Dahni Jo Shanafelt created by her family and friends to enable her spirit to live on through community and educational activities that help animals and others.

Dahni Jo was a kindergartner at Highland Elementary School. Dahni Jo and her mother died in April of 2020 due to carbon monoxide poisoning. She was a vibrant little girl that had an infectious smile, welcoming eyes, and a very outgoing personality. Everyone that met Dahni Jo remembered her funny ways, friendliness and her hugs – she hugged most everyone she met!

Dahni Jo loved animals and helped her aunt with foster dogs, puppies, kittens, and bunnies. She could be found many Saturdays at PetSmart helping with the animals up for adoption with Another Chance for Animals. Another favorite Saturday activity was to go to Evansville Animal Care and Control. Dahni Jo loved giving the shelter dogs treats, petting the cats, and helping any way she could.

To keep Dahni Jo’s memory alive, a scholarship has been created. We are reminded to be happy, share a smile, be kind to animals, and love everyone we meet!

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school seniors who reside and/or attend school in Vanderburgh, Posey, Gibson, or Warrick counties with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and plan to pursue post-secondary education at a two- or four-year college or university and will major in veterinary science, animal science, animal behavior, veterinary technology, zoology, or a related field.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on volunteer or work experience working with animals (i.e. rescue organization, animal shelter, zoos, family business, or extracurricular activities such as 4-H, FAA, etc.) – 25%; involvement in extracurricular activities – 15%; unique circumstances/family hardship – 10%; financial need as evidenced by the FAFSA SAR score – 25%; and the required written summary – 25%.

Supplemental Requirements
Written summary (not to exceed one typewritten page) explaining why you are interested in a career working with animals.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two $1,310 awards

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Dorothy M. Eykamp to encourage Gibson County residents and children of employees of Mid-States Rubber Products to further their education, to recognize academic achievement of those graduating from high school and continuing their education, and to motivate recipients to achieve maximum scholastic and vocational potential.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be Gibson County residents or the natural or adopted children of a current employee who has completed the equivalent of one year of full-time service with Mid-States Rubber Prod­ucts prior to January 31 of the year in which the award is to be made. Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time course of study leading to a two-year degree or certificate at an accredited junior college or State-supported technical college. Applicants must have graduated in the upper half of their high school senior class.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on scholastic record, evidence of leadership, and career plans and objectives.  Preference will be given to students with a parent employed at Mid-States Rubber Products.

Supplemental Requirement
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Renewal Details
May be renewable for a second year. Renewal applications may be considered provided recipient has maintained a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) during the college freshman year. Total awards will not exceed $1,000. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Dorothy M. Eykamp to encourage Gibson County residents and the children of employees of Mid-States Rubber Products to further their education, to recognize academic achievement of those graduating from high school and continuing their education, and to motivate recipients to achieve maximum scholastic and vocational potential.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be Gibson County residents or the natural or adopted children of a current employee who has completed the equivalent of one year of full-time service with Mid-States Rubber Products prior to January 31 of the year in which the award is to be made. Applicants must be enrolled in their sophomore year in a full-time course of study leading to a baccalaureate degree at an accredited four-year institution. Applicants must have graduated in the upper third of their high school senior class.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on scholastic record, evidence of leadership, and career plans and objectives.  Preference will be given to students with a parent employed at Mid-States Rubber Products.

Supplemental Requirement
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive junior and senior years. Renewal applications may be considered provided recipient has maintained a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) during the sophomore and junior years. Total awards will not exceed $3,500. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award (anticipated renewal award amount for junior year is $1,000 and anticipated renewal award amount for senior year is $1,500). Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual scholarship established to honor the past presidents of the Gray Family business interests. This scholarship was created to encourage and provide financial assistance to high school graduates of schools located in counties where the Gray Family has historically had business.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school seniors who attend a high school located in the following counties in Illinois, Indiana, or Kentucky who have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA (4.0 unweighted scale) planning to attend an accredited college or university.

Illinois
Crawford
Edwards
Gallatin
Hamilton
Hardin
Lawrence
Saline
Wabash
White

Indiana
Daviess
Gibson
Knox
Pike
Posey
Spencer
Sullivan
Vanderburgh
Warrick

Kentucky
Butler
Ohio
McLean

Selection Criteria will be based on the following:
Academics (10 points)
Work Experience (10 points)
School Activities (10 points)
Community Service/Activities (10 points)
Extracurricular Activities: Fine Arts (10 points)
Extracurricular Activities: Sports (10 points)
Personal Statement (10 points)
Unusual Circumstances (10 points)
Financial Need (10 points)
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educations Goals (10 points)
Letters of Recommendations (10 points)

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages)
Two letters of recommendation – one from a teacher and the other from someone who is not related to the applicant and is not a school official or Community Foundation Alliance Board or County Advisory Board member
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two $1,000 awards

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight (CST)

Annual scholarship established by the Greater Evansville USBCA to support students in Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh, and Warrick counties in Indiana and Henderson County in Kentucky who are active in their community and area bowling activities.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have been members of the Greater Evansville USBCA for two of the past four years, or their children, who have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and attend high school in Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh, or Warrick County in Indiana or Henderson County in Kentucky.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the applicant’s grade point average, involvement in bowling, level of community involvement and service, the required essay, and letters of recommendation.

Supplemental Requirements
200 word essay describing applicant’s college plans.
Two letters of recommendation from individuals who are unrelated to the applicant.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,370

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by Elaine Logan, Lori Logan-Craig, and Andy and Lori Foster-Logan in memory of Harry A. Logan. Harry was a retired and lifetime member of the Marrs Township Fire Department. He spent 40 years with the fire department and logged over 4,222 runs. During his time on the fire department, he served as fireman, district chief, assistant chief, and fire chief for 8 Years. He had countless hours in training and public service to the people of Marrs and Robinson townships and the surrounding area. Harry was instrumental in forming the Posey County Fire Chief’s Association and served as the Indiana Volunteer Fireman’s Association District 15 Chairman. He was also a member of the Indiana Department of Homeland Security District 10 Planning Council. In 1982, Harry received the Neighborhood Hero Award from The Evansville Press. Throughout his life, Harry continuously demonstrated his passion for helping others and community service. Harry was credited for treating a neighbor that became suddenly ill. According to the family, Harry was a neighborhood hero who helped, not because he had to, but because he cared about people. Harry received numerous service and community awards. In 1986, Harry was acknowledged by the Veterans of Foreign Wars for dedicated service to life and property. Other honors include the 1988 IVFA District 15 Midwest Award, 1989 Marrs Township First Firefighter of the Year recipient, 1992 GE Leadership through Excellence Award, 1993 GE Excellence through Teamwork Award, 1994 GE Organization and Teamwork Award, 1995 GE OQ Project Leadership Award, 2004 State of Indiana Hoosier Hero Award, and the 2011 Posey County EMA Responder of the Year Award. This scholarship serves to encourage individuals to carry on Harry’s dedication to fire service and community service.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors in the District 15 area (Posey, Vanderburgh, Warrick, and Gibson counties) with a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college, university, or technical/vocational school majoring in Fire Services or related majors.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and financial need, with particular consideration of applicant’s history of involvement in community service. Preference will be given to applicants who have been cadets or who belong to a family of multi-generational firefighters.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s desire to pursue a career in service work.
Letter of recommendation from a fire chief, firefighter, or member of the community where applicant has performed community service.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,690

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the friends and family of Jay Lampton.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any high school served by the Community Foundation Alliance (which includes high schools located in the Indiana counties of Daviess, Gibson, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, and Warrick) with a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and who have been enrolled in technology courses during his or her high school education. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be planning to pursue post-secondary education at the Lincoln College of Technology (formerly Nashville Auto Diesel College) or another institution of higher education seeking a degree in auto mechanics.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, academic performance, letter of recommendation, and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Letter of recommendation from applicant’s high school technology teacher.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$700

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the family of Kevin Dillon.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Gibson Southern High School planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college, university or technical/vocational school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form, financial need, and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,480

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by John and Phyllis Kissel in memory of their son, who died in a 1995 train accident. The award recognizes, rewards and encourages academic perseverance.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be graduates of a Gibson County high school and residents of Gibson County, be enrolled full or part time as a second-, third-, or fourth-year undergraduate at any Purdue University campus, and must have completed the equivalent of two full-time semesters at Purdue or another institution. Prior enrollment at Purdue University is not a condition but will be considered in the selection process. Past recipients may reapply provided the applicant remains an undergraduate student at Purdue University with at least one semester of work uncompleted.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the applicant’s surpassing expectations as indicated by past and current scholastic performance, on financial need, and on success in overcoming cultural, health and domestic obstacles, and on the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay:  Statement of Perseverance (not to exceed two typewritten double-spaced pages) describing the challenges faced in order to pursue aspirations and educational goals and describing successes at overcoming cultural, health and domestic obstacles.
Documentation of enrollment as a sophomore, junior or senior at a Purdue University campus.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,540

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by Bruce C. Brink Sr. in memory of his wife, Lois.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduates of any Gibson County high school who are enrolled, full- or part-time, as a second-, third-, or fourth-year student in an undergraduate nursing program (RN or BSN). Applicants must be in good standing with the university they are attending.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$3,620

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual, renewable scholarship created by the Hillside United Methodist Church and Lawrence F. Skelton in memory of his parents.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors who are active members of the Hillside United Methodist Church in Princeton, Indiana.  Applicants must be active in high school activities and be in the upper one half of his or her graduating class. The scholarship must be used at an accredited four-year college or university.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten double-spaced pages.)
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,680

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Renewal Details
May be renewable for up to four years. Renewal applications may be considered provided the recipient continues to meet his or her college or university’s academic standards. Renewal award amounts may differ from original award. A new recipient for the award will be identified once every four years. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual scholarship established in loving memory of Manny Heaton by his father, Tom Heaton. Manny was an exceptional individual whose life was tragically cut short in April 2023 due to an act of violence. The annual award will provide a scholarship to benefit the children of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) employees.

Manny graduated from Harrison High School in 2015 and attended the Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center, where he developed his skills and set his sights on a bright future. His passion and potential caught the attention of Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Indiana, where he was welcomed into their ranks shortly after graduation. At Toyota, Manny found not only a fulfilling career but also a second family, forming strong friendships that reflected his exceptional character.

Manny's infectious and radiant smile left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered, providing a lasting reminder of his innate ability to spread happiness and positivity. To celebrate his life and continue his legacy, his father established this scholarship to support ambitious and deserving children of TMMI employees who embody Manny's dedication, resilience, and zest for life.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors who are children and/or legal dependants of current Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) employees. Eligible applicants must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 unweighted scale) and be planning to attend a two or four-year college or technical school.

Selection Criteria
Required short essay- 50%
Volunteering and/or work experience - 30%
Financial Need - 20%

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (200 to 250 words) answering the following: "What does furthering your education after high school mean to you."
Completion of the F AFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by August Neal in memory of Mark Kniese, who had been a counselor with her at Camp Carson in Princeton.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be Camp counselors at YMCA Camp Carson located in Princeton, Indiana, planning post-secondary education at an accredited college or university. In addition to demonstrating dedication to and rapport with campers, applicants must exhibit the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Contact for Application and Deadline
YMCA Camp Carson at the beginning of the summer camp season

Annual scholarship created by Georgianne and Jim Parshall in loving memory of Georgianne’s aunt, Martha Byrne Brokaw. Martha Helen received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Indiana University, taught business classes at Princeton High School for over forty years, and served as co-owner and chief financial officer of Byrne Motors.

Eligibility Criteria
Girls who are graduating seniors of Princeton Community High School planning to attend or current female college students attending an accredited college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or other business-related field of study. In the event there are no eligible female applicants, applications from male students who meet remaining criteria may be considered.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic achievement with a passion for learning as demonstrated by GPA and academic awards and honors, compassion to help others as demonstrated through volunteer service to school and/or the community, and willingness to step out and lead as demonstrated through extra-curricular, community, or work activities.

Supplemental Requirements
A short personal statement (500 words or less) describing how the applicant’s current career goals and plans have been shaped by their talents, service, extra-curricular, and leadership activities.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,400

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual, renewable scholarship created through the estate plan of Melba Jean Racener.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any accredited high school whose home residence is in Daviess, Gibson, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, or Warrick counties in Indiana. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and be planning to pursue post-secondary education in advertising, marketing, communications or a related field.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance and financial need, with preference given to applicants who demonstrate active participation in extracurricular activities, especially as they relate to the applicants’ major.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay illustrating educational and life goals.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,510

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight (for renewal candidate only)

Renewal Details
Renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior and senior years provided recipient maintains full-time status and a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average with passing grades for all courses taken, continues to demonstrate financial need, and continues to pursue education in advertising, marketing, communications, or a related field. A new recipient for the award will be identified once every four years. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual scholarship created by Georgianne and Jim Parshall in loving memory of Georgianne’s mother, Norma Briner Byrne. Norma grew up in Hazleton before settling in Princeton after her marriage to Patrick Byrne and received her nursing degrees from the University of Evansville and Indiana State University. She enjoyed her years as a nurse in Princeton Community Schools.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Princeton Community High School planning to attend an accredited college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in nursing or similar program related to healthcare.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic achievement with a passion for learning as demonstrated by GPA and academic awards and honors, compassion to help others as demonstrated through volunteer service to school and/or the community, and willingness to step out and lead as demonstrated through extra-curricular, community, or work activities.

Supplemental Requirements
A short personal statement (500 words or less) describing how the applicant’s current career goals and plans have been shaped by their talents, service, extra-curricular, and leadership activities.
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$1,360

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by Georgianne and Jim Parshall in loving memory of Georgianne’s father, Pat Byrne. Pat was a proud mechanical engineering graduate of Purdue University and president of Byrne Motors. Pat dedicated his life to helping his neighbors and serving the community.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Princeton Community High School who have taken four years of math and science courses at PCHS and who are planning to attend an accredited college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic achievement with a passion for learning as demonstrated by GPA and academic awards and honors, compassion to help others as demonstrated through volunteer service to school and/or the community, and willingness to step out and lead as demonstrated through extra-curricular, community, or work activities.

Supplemental Requirements
A short personal statement (500 words or less) describing how the applicant’s current career goals and plans have been shaped by their talents, service, extra-curricular, and leadership activities.
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$1,360

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by Project Associates, Inc. to provide scholarships for engineering students attending or planning to attend the University of Evansville or the University of Southern Indiana.

Eligibility Criteria
Qualified applicants must be:

A graduating senior of a high school located in Gibson, Henderson, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, or Warrick County who has been accepted at the University of Evansville or the University of Southern Indiana and has enrolled in a course of study leading to a four-year engineering degree; or
A graduate from a high school located in Gibson, Henderson, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, or Warrick County currently enrolled and in good standing at the University of Evansville or the University of Southern Indiana and in the process of obtaining a four-year engineering degree.
Previous recipients of the scholarship may re-apply for consideration and evaluation.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the following criteria (of equal importance):

Evaluation of merit shall be based upon academic achievement as proven by grade point average, academic awards, and any other factors that the evaluation committee considers relevant.
Evaluation of character shall be based upon involvement in philanthropic, religious, academic, and community organizations and any other factors that the evaluation committee considers relevant.
Evaluation of leadership ability shall be based upon letters of recommendation from leaders of the organizations listed in part (b) such as ministers, professors, etc. References should have personal contact and knowledge of the applicant’s time with the organization.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten double-spaced pages.)
Letter of recommendation from one or more of the applicant’s references.
Official grade transcript

Award Amount
$2,790

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Robert and Judith Townsend in memory of R. Dean and Vivian Townsend. It was a lifelong desire of Dean and Vivian to help Gibson County students who could not attend a post-secondary school without financial aid.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Gibson County high school with a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to attend an accredited 2- or 4- year, Indiana public college, university, or trade school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be primarily based on financial need, and secondarily on all other sections of the application form and other supplemental documents..

Supplemental Requirements
Three letters of recommendation – two from high school faculty members and one from a community member who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$8,160 (Open to renewal candidate only - not accepting new applications)

Application Deadline
May 20, 2026 at Midnight (for renewal candidate)

Renewal Details
May be renewable for up to four years in pursuit of recipient’s degree. Renewal applications may be considered provided the recipient continues to meet his or her college or university’s academic standards. Renewal award amounts may differ from original award. A new recipient for the award will be identified once the prior year’s recipient has completed his or her eligibility for the award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.

Annual scholarship established in memory of Raymond and Gretchen to help students pursue advanced education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Gibson County high school with a 3.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing a baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the applicant’s financial need, level of participation in his or her church youth group, and the required essay. Preference will be given to students who have a parent employed at Duke Energy Gibson Station.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s aspirations and educational goals.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,470 (to be paid out in increments over four years of college)

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the estate of Roy G. McCarty.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school seniors who have successfully completed coursework and demonstrated outstanding promise in the shop/welding vocational pro­grams of Gibson Southern High School. Applicants must be planning to pursue post-secondary education in voca­tional arts at any accredited college or university.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s skills and abilities, recommendations from vocational teachers, academic performance, and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed four typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing the benefits the applicant has received from vocational education and his or her plans for further education or training.
Letter of Recom­mendation from one or more of applicant’s vocational teachers.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,710

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by Genie Gard to help current college students (rising sophomores through seniors) continue their educational pursuits.

Eligibility Criteria
Gibson Southern High School graduates who are current college students (rising sophomores through seniors) with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale). Eligible applicants must also demonstrate financial need.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need (including any unusual circumstances as stated in the student’s application) – 80% and applicant’s commitment to extracurricular activities, employment, and/or family responsibilities – 20%.

Supplemental Requirements
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,110

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship established by the Knox County Purdue Ag Alumni to support students in Knox and adjoining counties who are pursuing a degree at Purdue University.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be graduating seniors of or residents of any Knox, Daviess, Greene, Sullivan, Pike, or Gibson County high school pursuing a degree at or currently attending Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and the official grade transcript, with preference given to Knox County residents and students pursuing an agriculture degree at Purdue University.

Supplemental Requirements
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,680

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by the Southwestern Indiana Master Gardener Association.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors or graduates of any high school located in Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh, or Warrick counties who are planning full-time enrollment at an accredited college or university. Applicants must have a minimum 2.65 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) or equivalent and be planning to major in horticulture, botany, or landscape architecture or a major that has primary focus in horticulture, botany, or landscape architecture. Past recipients of the scholarship may reapply; however, renewal awards are not guaranteed.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need and academic performance; however, financial need will be given priority in the selection process.

Supplemental Requirements
Completion of the FAFSA.
Maximum of two letters of recommendation. (Optional)
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,640

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created by Charles P. and Cathy J. Briner in loving memory of Pauline Hassel Briner Sutch, George Lester Sutch, and Jane McFetridge Sutch.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Princeton Community High School or high school graduates from Gibson or Knox counties pursuing post-secondary education at any accredited college, university, or technical/vocation school. Applicants must be in good academic standing with his or her high school or post-secondary educational institution at the time of application. Preference will be given to students who are residents of Hazelton, Patoka, or Mt. Olympus in Gibson County or Decker in Knox County, Indiana.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance, school and extracurricular activities, work experience, financial need/unusual circumstances, and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$550

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created in loving memory of Thomas F. Walls by his parents, Lee Ann Shafer and Dennis Walls, as well as other family and friends, to support the efforts of the Evansville Youth Hockey Association (EYHA) to develop a competitive and respected hockey program for young men and women and to encourage the highest levels of academic excellence, sportsmanship, and leadership.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any accredited high school in Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh, or Warrick County with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale), who have participated in the Evansville Youth Hockey Association or have participated in an IHSAA-sanctioned sport. Applicants must be planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college, university or technical/vocational school. Preference will be given to students who have participated in the Evansville Youth Hockey Association.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic achievement, level of participation in the EYHA and/or other high school sports, and evidence of excellent character and leadership skills.

Supplemental Requirements
Two letters of recommendation – one from a teacher and one from the applicant’s coach – addressing the applicant’s sportsmanship, character, and leadership skills.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$610

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship created in loving memory of Warren W. Parke by his daughter to honor his passion for sports, his contributions to the community, and his commitment to education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Wood Memorial High School planning to pursue full-time enrollment at an accredited college or uni­versity. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale), have been involved in a school-sponsored sport each year of high school, and be regularly involved in com­munity service. Students who have been awarded full ”cost of attendance” schol­arships as defined by the NCAA are not eligible to apply.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) explaining why the appli­cant believes he or she should be consid­ered for the award.
Letter of Recommenda­tion from one or more of the applicant’s coaches verifying that the applicant is a dedi­cated team player who has dem­on­strated good sportsmanship, a posi­tive mental atti­tude, team spirit, and a love of the sport(s) in which he or she has partici­pated.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$600

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Annual scholarship established by Ed Jackson, Alan Jackson, and Sue Jackson Rains to support a student’s first year of college – one award for a student majoring in arts and humanities and another award for a student majoring in science, technology, engineering, or math.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Gibson Southern High School with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) pursuing either a course of study in the field of arts and humanities or pursuing a course of study in science, technology, engineering or math at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university. Applicants must have participated in extra-curricular or community activities and demonstrate financial need.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and financial need as evidenced by the FAFSA SAR score.

Supplemental Requirements
Completion of the FAFSA and submission of the Student Aid Report.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two $660 awards – one for a fine arts/humanities major and one for a STEM major

Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight