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, 2023

Application Access Code
vcf

Annual, renewable scholarship established by the Carroll-Wyatt Scholarship Fund trust created through the Last Will and Testament of Hilda D. Carroll to provide scholarships to Pike Central High School graduates pursuing a college degree.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with demonstrated financial need pursuing post-secondary education at any accredited institution.

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

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Two letters of recommendation from individuals who are unrelated to the applicant and who are not Community Foundation board members.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and seniors years provided recipient maintains full-time status and remains in good standing with his or her college/university.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.

Annual, renewable scholarship fund established by Jerry D. Kemp to remember his grandparents, Claud W. and Lois (Corn) Kemp. Mr. and Mrs. Kemp were lifelong residents of Pike County. Claud Kemp was a long time teacher and principal at Velpen School in Velpen, IN. This scholarship is dedicated to Mr. Kemp and his enthusiasm for education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale). Applicants must be involved in school and community activities and be planning to attend an accredited 4-year college or university in Indiana.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance; involvement in school and community activities; honors, awards, or other accomplishments during high school; and the required essay. Preference will be given to applicants majoring in the field of education.

Supplemental Requirements
Applicants majoring in education must write an essay stating why they have chosen this field. Applicants majoring in other fields must write an essay stating their goals and aspirations. (Essays must not exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages.)
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for a second year provided student continues to attend a 4-year college or university in Indiana.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Click here for renewal application.

Annual scholarship created by Darwin Youngs.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) ranging from 2.5 to 3.5.  Applicants must be planning to pursue post-secondary education at an accredited college or university and demonstrate financial need.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s financial need and participation in extra-curricular activities such as school or community sponsored clubs and teams, student government, performing arts, sports, church or community service, employment, and unusual family responsibilities.

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s most rewarding extra-curricular experience and the skills gained and/or lessons learned from his or her involvement.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Annual scholarship created by Allison Bell, Jodie Dawn Huntsman, and Christina Scales in memory of their mother to benefit graduating seniors of Pike Central High School. Dessie Mae was born the youngest of 10 children in September 1945 and she passed away after losing her battle to lung cancer in March 2001.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college or university.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s demonstration of good citizenship, personal achievement, participation in school and/or community activities, academic achievement, financial need, and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing the most influential person in applicant’s life and how this individual has helped the applicant become the person he or she is today and has helped shape applicant’s goals for the future.
Letter of recommendation from an individual who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member describing applicant’s qualities and attributes.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Pike Central High School in memory of its former teacher, counselor and prin­cipal, Dr. William A. Weathers, his wife, and their friend Mrs. Betty B. Wyatt. Dr. William A. Weathers was born in Petersburg on October 14, 1912, and was a 1930 graduate of Petersburg High School and a 1934 graduate of Oakland City College. He spent his entire 42-year career in education at Peters­burg High School and Pike Central High School and was active in civic and community affairs. Dr. Weathers retired from education in 1977 but remained involved with Pike County youth until his death in December 1998. Betty B. Wyatt was a teacher for more than 40 years. She and Dr. Weathers worked together as educators for many years. They were both members of the Petersburg Main Street Presbyterian Church, and they were friends.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School who have earned a varsity letter in any sport and are planning full-time enrollment in a post-secondary school program (four-year college, two-year college, technical or career college) in the fall immediately following graduation.

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

Supplemental Requirements
Applicants must submit three letters of character reference from individuals who are unrelated to the applicant and who are not a Community Foundation board member-one from a coach, one from a Pike Central High School faculty member, and one from an individual of the applicant’s choosing.
Statement of Activities Outside School (not to exceed one double-spaced page).
Statement of Athletic Participation (not to exceed one typed page) describing positive impact of par­ticipation in athletics.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for a second year provided student maintains full-time enrollment.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Click here for renewal application.

Annual scholarship established by Pioneer sales representatives in the LPH Territory to support the educational endeavors of high school graduates and graduating seniors who have a parent employed in the agriculture industry.

Eligibility Criteria
High school graduates or graduating seniors who are residents of counties served by LPH Territory (Dubois, Perry, Pike, Spencer, Warrick) Sales Representatives.  Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and have at least one parent employed in the agriculture industry (e.g. farming, veterinary, agri-business, livestock production, 4-H staff, crop and soil science, etc.).  Applicants must be active in the community, be involved in civic endeavors and school activities, and be available for an interview with the scholarship committee if selected as a finalist.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s level of involvement in school and community activities and the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing how your family’s involvement in the agriculture industry has influenced your career decision.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
February 2, 2024

Application Access Code
spe

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 3, 2023, at Noon (CST)

Application Access Code
cfa

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Harrell and LaVern Shoultz.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School who are planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited 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
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore and junior years.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Click here for renewal application.

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 scholarship created by Joe and Libbie Dedman to provide scholarship assistance to Pike Central High School students seeking post-secondary education.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a minimum 2.8 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) who are involved in school and community activities. Applicants must be planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college, university, technical/vocational school, or a qualified apprenticeship program. Although not a requirement, preference will be given to cancer survivors or students with learning challenges (e.g. ADD, ADHD).

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance, level of participation in school and community activities, and letters of recommendation; preference given to cancer survivors or students with learning challenges (e.g. ADD, ADHD).

Supplemental Requirements
Two letters of recommendation from individuals unrelated to the applicant and who are not a Community Foundation board member.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Annual scholarship established by Carolyn Veale.

Eligibility Criteria
Pike County residents who are graduating seniors of Pike Central High School pursuing post-secondary education. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career in the automotive field. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale), and be enrolled at an accredited institution of higher education the fall after high school graduation.

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

Supplemental Requirements
Essay (two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s involvement in school, his/her favorite teacher, area of study, volunteer involvement, and financial need.
Two letters of recommendation – one from a Pike Central High School teacher and the other from an individual who is unrelated to the applicant and who is not a Community Foundation board member.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Annual scholarship created by the Pike Optimists in memory of their esteemed member.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduates of Pike Central High School pursuing a degree at any accredited two- or 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
$700

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

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 dependents 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

Renewable scholarship created by Marion and Martha Klipsch.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School planning full-time enrollment at an Indiana college or uni­versity.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic standing, record of community service, and the required essay.

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

Award Amount
$2,000 (open to renewal candidate only - not accepting new applications)

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

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for up to four consecutive years.  Renewal applications may be considered provided the recipient remains in good standing with his or her college/university. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. A new recipient for the award will be identified once every four years. Click here for renewal application.

Annual, renewable scholarship established by the estate of Sammy K. Curtis, in memory of his aunt, Miss Mary F. Curtis, a beloved 2nd grade teacher at Winslow Elementary School.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School pursuing post-secondary education at any accredited college or university.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form, with special consideration of applicant’s unusual circumstances (including need), the required essay, and letters of recommendation.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay describing applicant’s favorite elementary school teacher and the impact the teacher has made on his or her life.
Two letters of recommendation – one from a teacher or school official (preferably an elementary school teacher) and the other from an individual who is not a school official/employee, a Pike County Community Foundation board member, or relative of the applicant, but who can attest to the applicant’s personal qualities and attributes.
Applicants must provide a statement in the “Unusual Circumstances” field of the scholarship application describing his or her need for the scholarship and/or special circumstances that the committee should consider in the selection process.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$3,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for up to four consecutive years. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.

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
January 31, 2023

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.

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Honesto Fenol and his wife, Rosabella Montes Fenol, to help students who might not otherwise qualify for academic scholarships and to encourage them to pursue their educational and career goals.  This scholarship is a tribute to the Pike County community for the support the Fenol family received when they moved into the area.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a MAXIMUM 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) who have financial need and are planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited institution of higher learning. Pike County residents who are considered non-traditional students may also apply. 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 personal statement, participation in school, community, or work activities, and financial need.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Personal statement describing the challenges faced in order to pursue past and/or future aspirations and goals and why applicant is pursuing additional education at this time (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Letter of recommendation from someone unrelated to the applicant but who can attest to applicant’s personal/academic challenges and character.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for a second year.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Click here for renewal application.

Annual, renewable scholarship created by the Otwell School Alumni Association.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School pursuing a two-year or four-year degree at any accredited college, university, junior college or vocational school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).  Preference will be given to applicants who have a familial or relational connection to the Otwell community (either past or present).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Two letters of recommendation - one letter from a teacher or school official describing applicant’s character and dedication to academic success and the other from an individual who is not a school official/employee, a Pike County Community Foundation board member, or related to the applicant, but who can attest to his or his personal qualities and attributes.
Statement (not to exceed one typed page) describing your familial or relational connection to the Otwell, Indiana community (either past or present), if any.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive, sophomore, junior, and senior years.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.

Annual scholarship created by Petersburg First United Methodist Church through a generous donation made in memory of Dessie McDade Burton.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors who attend Pike Central High School or graduating seniors who are members of Petersburg First United Methodist Church.  Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and plan to pursue a two- or four-year degree at any accredited college, university, junior college or vocational school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s community activities and involvement (20%), leadership skills (20%), need for the scholarship as described in the Unusual Circumstances section of the application form (20%) missions work or service to the community as demonstrated in the written essay (20%), and membership at Petersburg First United Methodist Church (20%). Applicants receiving the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship, 21st Century Scholarship, or a similar full-tuition scholarship are not eligible to receive the Petersburg First United Methodist Church Memorial Scholarship award.

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s short- or long-term missions experience or similar community service activity, the impact it has made on the applicant’s life, and the most important lesson(s) learned.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon
Application Access Code
pik

Annual, renewable scholarship established by the Petersburg High School Alumni Association to create a legacy for Petersburg High School by providing scholarships in the name of the school to Pike Central High School students now and in the future.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) who are descendants of a Petersburg High School graduate. Applicants must be planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited institution and demonstrate financial need.

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

Supplemental Requirements
Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Two letters of recommendation – one letter must be from a Pike Central High School educator.
Statement describing the applicant’s familial relationship to a Petersburg High School graduate.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

May be renewable for a second year. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.

Annual scholarship created by the Petersburg High School Class of 1959.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School who rank in the top third of their graduating class and are pursuing post-secondary education.  Applicants must be planning to attend a two- or four-year college or university in Indiana.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic achievement, evidence of leadership, character, and school/community involvement.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Two letters of recommendation - one must be from an educator.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Annual, renewable scholarship created by the Pike Central High School Alumni Association.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing full-time post-secondary education at any accredited college, university, junior college, or vocational school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s leadership abilities, dedication to academics (including school attendance record), school and volunteer activities, financial need, and the supplemental documents.

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Letter of recommendation from a school official describing applicant’s character and dedication to academic success.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore and junior years.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Click here for renewal application.

Annual, renewable scholarship created by James S. and Cindy Gaskins.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School who have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) planning to pursue post-secondary education.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s family, personal, or financial circumstances as reported in the ”Unusual Circumstances” section of the application form; the desire and ability to achieve aspirations and educa­tional goals; career plans and objectives; and on the required essay.

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

Award Amount
$2,500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and senior years. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.

Annual scholarship created by the Pike County Chamber of Commerce.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School planning full-time enrollment at an Indiana college or uni­versity.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic standing, record of community service, and the required essay.

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

Award Amount
$500

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

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
$2,500

Application Deadline
February 2, 2024

Application Access Code
gib

A scholarship fund established by Doris Knight to honor and remember Roger Knight, a retired Pike Central High School teacher of agriculture and horticulture. The scholarship has been created to assist students pursuing post-secondary education, with a preference towards students pursuing an agricultural-related field of study – from mechanics to selling farm futures – and members of FFA or 4-H.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School who are planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college or university.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and required supplemental documents. Preference will be given to FFA members, 4-H members, and/or applicants pursuing an agricultural-related field of study.

Supplemental Requirements
Letter of recommendation from a Pike Central High School teacher.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Karl and Elizabeth Schafer.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School who are residents of Pike County.  May be used for a two- or four-year program.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic standing, leadership skills, character, record of school and community activities, and on the required essay.

Supplemental Requirements
Two letters of recommen­dation from individuals who are unrelated to the applicant and who are not a Community Foundation board member -one from a teacher or principal and one from an individual of the applicant’s choosing.
Essay: Statement of Aspi­rations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$3,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and senior years. Renewal applications may be considered provided the recipient maintains a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) during the first year of education and a 3.0 cumulative GPA during subsequent years. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.

Annual scholarship created by Si and Mary Ashley to provide financial assistance to Pike Central High School graduates.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a cumulative GPA range of 2.5 - 3.5 (4.0 scale) planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college, university, or technical school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, extracurricular activities (in or outside of school), work experience, unusual circumstances, family responsibilities, the essay, and letters of recommendation.

Supplemental Requirements
Official grade transcript.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Two letters of recommendation - one from a teacher and one from an individual unrelated to the applicant and who is not a teacher.
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) on the applicant's most rewarding extracurricular experience and the skills gained or lessons learned from that experience.

Award Amount
$1,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

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 John and Mary Ellen Vinson.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a minimum 2.3 and maximum 3.3 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing post-secondary education at any accredited educational institution.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on grade point average (40%), financial need (40%), and the required essay (20%).

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing the applicant’s excitement at the prospect of pursuing educational goals and aspirations for the future.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,800

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Annual, renewable scholarship created by Winslow Eagles Aerie #2646.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School planning to attend any accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need/unusual family circumstances (40%), connection to Winslow Aerie #2646 (20%), grade point average (20%), content quality of essay (10%), and community involvement (10%).

Supplemental Requirements
Written essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) describing applicant’s desire for the award, financial need/unusual family circumstances, career plans, community involvement, and connection to Winslow Eagles Aerie #2646.
Three letters of character reference - one letter should be from a Pike Central High School teacher and the other two should be from individuals unrelated to the applicant.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$1,200

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for a second year.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Click here for renewal application.

Annual, renewable scholarship created by the Winslow High School Alumni Association.

Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School pursuing a two-year or four-year degree at any accredited college, university, junior college or vocational school.

Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s). Preference will be given to applicants who have a familial or relational connection to the Winslow, Indiana community (either past or present).

Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Statement (not to exceed one typed page) describing your familial or relational connection to the Winslow, Indiana community (either past or present), if any.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount
$2,000

Application Deadline
January 19, 2024 at Noon

Application Access Code
pik

Renewal Details
May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and senior years. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.