Scholarship Funds
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Alfred Savia Distinguished Young Artist Award
A scholarship fund created by supporters of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra to recognize Alfred Savia's 25 years of dedicated service to the EPO and to celebrate his work by supporting young musicians' training.
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Allison Tenbarge Criminal Justice Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund 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.
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Camden Hancock '18 Scholarship Fund
A scholarship endowment established in loving memory of Camden Andrew Hancock by his grandmother Deborah Shea, his father Dyke Hancock, and his family and friends, to provide an annual award honoring a member of the Reitz High School Baseball Team.
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Cassin-David Educational Endowment Fund B
A scholarship fund established by Stephen T. and Mary C. David to help graduates of Vanderburgh County high schools pursue advanced education.
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Central HS Class of 1943 Evelyn Church Hatfield Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund created by the Central High School Class of 1943 in honor of Evelyn Church Hatfield, who was a former business teacher and a class sponsor.
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Chief Justice Randall T. Shepard Leadership Award
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Clarence and Dorothy Gerard Scholarship for Nursing Endowment
A scholarship fund created by the estate of John Gerard in honor of his parents. The scholarship will provide educational support to a graduate of a Posey, Vanderburgh, or Warrick County High School to pursue a Nursing Degree at a college or university in Southwestern Indiana.
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Dahni Jo Memorial Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund in loving memory of Dahni Jo created by her family and friends to enable her spirit to live on through community and educational activities that help animals and others.
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David A. Koehler Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
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David L. Cosby Scholarship Fund
An endowed scholarship fund created by Elizabeth Volk and Doyle Wilson to encourage 12-year-old North Youth Baseball participants to aim for success and aspire to attend college.
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Dorothy Rapp Music Scholarship Fund
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Greater Evansville USBCA Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund created by the Greater Evansville United States Bowling Congress Association to provide college support to students involved in the local bowling community.
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Harrison High School Class of 1965 Fund
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Jeremy Weil Memorial Art Scholarship Fund
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Legacy Scholarship Endowment Fund (VAN)
A scholarship fund created in 2010 by parents of students who were awarded the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship.
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Lois and Betsy Hamburg University of Evansville Scholarship Endowment Fund
A scholarship fund established by Lois E. Hamburg to benefit worthy and needy students attending the University of Evansville.
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Lois and Betsy Hamburg University of Southern Indiana Scholarship Endowment Fund
A scholarship fund established by Lois E. Hamburg to benefit worthy and needy students attending the University of Southern Indiana.
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Lori O'Banion Memorial Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund created by Brook Arnold to provide support to student leaders who have suffered the loss of a parent.
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Manny Heaton Memorial Scholarship
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.
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Mark Kniese Scholarship Fund 2
A scholarship fund created by August Neal in memory of Mark Kniese, who had been a counselor with her at Camp Carson.
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Melba Jean Racener Scholarship Fund
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Rease Henry McDaniel Memorial Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund created in memory of Rease Henry McDaniel, a 1985 graduate of Harrison High School who passed away in 1986 after a courageous battle against cancer during his four years of high school. Determined to conquer the disease, he not only maintained a high scholastic average but also was involved in many activities including marching band, Boy Scouts, and newspaper delivery. He traveled extensively during high school, making trips to Yugoslavia, Italy, the 1985 National Boy Scout Jamboree in Virginia, Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, and Washington, DC, with the Close-Up Foundation. At graduation, Rease earned several scholarships and entered the University of Evansville as a pre-med student. Three weeks later he was forced to withdraw because of medical problems. Before his death, Rease expressed his desire to help others with the money he had earned for college as a newspaper carrier and from various scholarships awarded to him. Rease's contribution, together with those of friends and relatives, made this ongoing scholarship possible.
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Robert "Bubba" Jochum Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund established by Leroy and Marilyn Jochum in honor of their son Robert Thomas "Bubba" Jochum. Bubba was born March 20, 1967, at Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation in North Dakota. He graduated from F.J. Reitz High School in 1985. Bubba was an athlete and a great friend. He played football at Reitz and played baseball at German Township. He married Mindy Lutz-Jochum in 2002. Bubba worked for several years at the Boys and Girls Club of Evansville and at Ferro Plastics. He was a terrific uncle, brother and son. Bubba died in December 2003 due to complications from surgery. This scholarship recognizes Bubba's interest in the welfare of children and the diverse ways students can use college studies to improve the lives of children.
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Russ Mason Memorial Golf Scholarship Fund
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Southwestern Indiana Master Gardener Association Scholarship Fund
An endowed scholarship fund created by the Southwestern Indiana Master Gardener Association for graduating seniors of any high school located in Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh or Warrick counties who plan to major in horticulture, botany or landscape architecture.
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Thomas F. Walls Youth Hockey Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund created in loving memory of Thomas F. Walls by his mother, Lee Ann Shafer, his father, Dennis F. Walls, and his family and friends to support the efforts of the Evansville Youth Hockey Association 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.
