Community Scholarship Program

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
$500

Application Deadline
January 31, 2024

Application Access Code
vcf

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 3.0 cumulative GPA (4.0 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
February 1, 2024, at Noon (CST)

Application Access Code
cfa

Annual scholarship created by Robert H. Bird in memory of his daughter.

Eligibility Criteria
Active members of the Vincennes Township Fire Department with at least one year of service and their spouses who have a high school diploma or GED certificate or children of active members who are graduating high school seniors. Applicants must have a letter grade average of C or above upon high school graduation or completion of the GED program and be planning to attend a two- or four-year degree-granting institution. Please note that active member status will be determined by the Vincennes Township Fire Department.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the number and types of certifications achieved through the fire department, involvement and/or leadership in community service, and information contained in the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Listing of all certifications achieved through the Vincennes Township Fire Department, including the type of certification and the year it was achieved.
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s merits, his or her plans for use of the scholarship, and need.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

Annual scholarship established in memory of James (Jim) Jenks to help graduating seniors of Knox County high schools pursue advanced education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Knox County, Indiana high school who are members of their high school golf team during their senior year and planning to attend an accredited college or university within the United States. One scholarship will be awarded to a male student and one to a female student.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and supplemental documents.

Supplemental Requirements
Two letters of recommendation – one from the applicant’s high school golf coach or athletic director and one from an individual unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Two awards of $500 each – one to a female student and one to a male student

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

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
$1,000

Application Deadline
February 2, 2024

Application Access Code
war

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Kathleen W. Rinsch to encourage recent graduates and non-traditional students to pursue higher education in the field of education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Knox County high school or Knox County residents who are considered non-traditional students who plan to pursue a degree in education at any accredited college or university.  Non-traditional students must have lived in Knox County, Indiana, as a legal resident for at least four years at the time of application.  (A non-traditional student is defined as an individual who delayed his or her enrollment in post-secondary education for at least one year after graduating or withdrawing from high school.)

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s grade point average, demonstration of leadership skills and abilities, and the qualities and strengths of the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing why applicant wants to major in education and how he/she plans to impact his/her future students.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and senior years. Renewal applications may be considered provided recipient maintains a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale). Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. 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 31, 2024

Application Access Code
vcf

Annual scholarship created by the McKinley Avenue Presbyterian Church Student Scholarship Fund Committee.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Knox County high school pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited college or university. Applicants must demonstrate great financial need.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, academic performance, school and extracurricular activities, 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
$800

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

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
$3,000

Application Deadline
June 1, 2024 (for renewal candidate only)

Application Access Code
vcf

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 Sarah H. Keller in memory of her mother.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Knox County high school planning to attend an Indiana college or university. Applicants must demonstrate interest in English or history or plan to pursue a major in English or history.

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 - one from a school official and the other from someone who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member but can attest to applicant’s school and community service activities.
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

Annual scholarship created by Marcia A. Nordhorn in memory of her husband.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Vincennes Lincoln High School enrolled in related arts/technical theater, chorus or band who have participated in high school theatrical/musical productions; however, preference will be given to related arts/technical theater students. Applicants must be planning to attend a two- or four-year college, university, or vocational school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need and level of involvement in theatrical productions, with the required essay considered secondary to all other criteria.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (maximum of 200 words).
Letter of recommendation from someone who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a school official or a Community Foundation board member but can attest to applicant’s theatrical, school and community service activities.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$600

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

An annual scholarship created by Sue Montgomery in memory of her husband, Dr. (Walter) Roger Montgomery, a Vincennes nephrologist.

Eligibility Criteria
Knox County residents who are graduating seniors of any Knox County high school or a certified home school program pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited college or university. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and good scholastic standing. Students who have received or have been named to receive full-tuition scholarships are not eligible for this award.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need and good scholastic standing

Supplemental Requirements
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$3,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

Annual scholarship created by Schott North America, Inc. to encourage the children or grandchildren of Schott North America-Vincennes employees 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
High school graduates or graduating high school seniors who are the natural, adopted, or step children or grandchildren of employees of the Schott North America, Inc. facility located in Knox County, Indiana. Applicants must be enrolled or have applied for enrollment at an accredited college, university, or technical/vocational school. Graduating high school seniors or high school graduates who have not previously attended an institution of higher education must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) from his or her high school coursework. High school graduates who are currently enrolled in or have previously attended an institution of higher education must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) from his or her college coursework.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and the supplemental requirements.

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (250 words or less) describing applicant’s past and/or current community involvement/volunteerism and how the experience has influenced his or her life.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$4,000 Scholarship award amounts may vary.

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

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
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

Annual scholarship created by Herbert C. Pepmeier.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school senior who is affiliated with St. John’s United Church of Christ in Vincennes or Bethel Church in Freelandville.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s success in overcoming difficult circumstances, a history of working hard to achieve aspirations and goals, and on financial need.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Perseverance (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing the challenges faced in order to pursue past and/or future aspirations and goals.
Two letters of recommendation from individuals unrelated to the applicant and who are not Community Foundation board members - that support the applicant’s ability to overcome challenges and obstacles.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$5,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Brian L. Arnold in memory of his son.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of any Knox County high school who have been a member of the high school golf team for at least two years. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 (4.0 scale) and plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and the letters of recommendation.

Supplemental Requirements
Two letters of recommendation - one from applicant’s golf coach or his or her school’s athletic director and the other from someone unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member but who can attest to applicant’s character and fortitude.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
Four $1,500 Awards

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
kno

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and senior years. Renewal applications may be considered provided recipient maintains a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in college. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student account.