For most students and their families, tuition cost is a critical consideration when deciding to attend college. As costs rise, the reality is that many families cannot afford higher education without financial assistance. Scholarships are a critical part of the equation to help students not only pay for college, but also succeed while they are there. Lifting financial burdens allows them time to focus on their studies, explore campus activities, and work through internships — ultimately helping their careers and personal growth.
Thanks to the generosity of donors who established scholarship funds at Community Foundation of Henderson County, hundreds of thousands of dollars in academic assistance is awarded to local students each year. Scholarship Endowment Funds financially assist a variety of students including high school graduates, students already attending college, and returning adult education students. Scholarships can be used by students pursuing community college, technical school, or traditional university degrees. This year, scholarship awards range from $500-$8,000 each. Since 1984, Community Foundation of Henderson County’s Scholarship Program has awarded more than $7 million to nearly 2,000 students.
The Foundation’s Scholarship Committee volunteers invested a significant amount of time reviewing applications, interviewing students, and making award recommendations to Community Foundation’s Board of Directors. The scholarship recipients this year will become teachers, nurses, engineers, and inspiring leaders many of whom expressed desires to return to the Henderson County community.
“The Scholarship Committee members are always impressed by the talent of area students,” shares Foundation Donor Services Manager Wendy Hamil. “Because of the generosity of community donors, so many young adults will be supported throughout their educational journey.”
Congratulations to Community Foundation of Henderson County’s newest Scholars (Named Scholarship Award followed by recipient):
American Legion, Post 77, Hubert M. Smith
Scholarship
Riley Dale
William C. Armstrong Scholarship
Madalynn Elliot
Dan Barber, III/Western Auto Award Scholarship
Ava Kilpatrick
Millard Beal & Family Scholarship
Makayla Lail
Bright Futures Scholarship
Micah Marr
Arianna Minton
Business & Professional Woman's Club
Scholarship
Makayla Phillips
Janet Layne Spence Scholarship
Miranda Hill
Roger & Judy Hill Memorial for Mack Broutin
Scholarship
Cooper Wilson
Betsy Copolillo and Sam Gash Scholarship
James Crotty
Amy Duryee Courtenay Scholarship
Cooper Wilson
David and Betty Bucher Engineering Scholarship
Ryan Polk
David and Betty Bucher Nursing Scholarship
Ashley Kastle
Jane and Tom Davis Scholarship
Brendan Rich
Denis Barton Scholarship
Kristen Owen
Jenice Schlein Denning Scholarship
Wendy Maldonado
Rita & Ray Dunk Piano & Performance
Scholarship
Sarah Macdonald
Rita & Ray Dunk Accounting Scholarship
Ashley Rich
Kermit Edney Scholarship
Joshua Strickland
Robert & Sandra Edwards Waggoner Memorial
Scholarship
Chauncey Barber
Robert & Vivian Edwards Scholarship
Chloe Clark
Environmental Odyssey Scholarship
Noah Shumway
Francis H. and Margery T. Escott Scholarship
Kylie Varnadore
Grace B. Etheredge Scholarship
Nathan Rhodes
Grace B. Etheredge BRCC Scholarship
Aliz Ortiz
H. Louise Eaton Scholarship
MaKenzie Villarreal
Friends of Carl Sandburg Miles Sollom Scholarship
Hannah Queen
Michael Keen
Katharine Schneider Gettman Scholarship
Jylyn Barnes
James P. Grey Scholarship
Audrey Hood
Allison Pridmore
Haddy Harrington Memorial Scholarship
Shelby Deault
John Brooks Williams Memorial Scholarship
Marvin Williams
Arthur R. Hill Memorial Scholarship
Hutson Callender
Joe T. Hunt Memorial Scholarship
Daniel Russell
Elsie Mabel Jones Scholarship
Emma Heagney
Chat Jones Memorial Scholarship
Alan Figueroa Guzman
Donald D. and Joan B. Joyce Scholarship
Ella Neve
Eleanor M. Kutchoodon Scholarship
Luciana Denny
T. Llyle and Marion S. Keith Scholarship
Jeanine Jackson
Phyllis and George Knopf Scholarship
Nick Andrews
Anthony Kushigian (Normac) Scholarship
Dwight Canady, Jr.
Ethel T. & Charles T. Larus Educational
Scholarship
Irem Agan
Haley Hargus
Helen F. Lindner Educational Scholarship
Devon West
Passage to the Future Scholarship
Kera Putnam
Peggy Lovvorn Scholarship
Ayman Kassem
Mary Evelyn & Harry Laurent Scholarship
Kiauna Benniefield
Addison Russell
George F. and Asha W. McMillan Scholarship
Lauren Mertz
Lucile V. Means Scholarship
Jesca Massawe
Sadie Rowe
Ralph A. Milliman Scholarship
Brennan Bastian
Bree Elizabeth Miller Memorial Scholarship
Grace Weeter
Sam A. Mills Memorial Scholarship
Emma Otten
Duane M. and Margaret D. McKibbin Scholarship
Lauren Young
Mountain Laurel Scholarship
Sarah Rogers
Clyde T. and Wilma G. Moore Scholarship
Selah Chambers
Glenn C. Marlow Scholarship
Savannah Sims
Mills River Fire & Rescue Scholarship
Maggie Cox
Matching Scholarship
Emma Zaborowski
Thomas Oliver & Louise Jordan Mulcahy
Scholarship
Jackie Blankenship
Celeste Young
Jude Webster
Nagel Scholarship
Ayanna Palma
Hilary G. Neighbors General Scholarship
Marissa Detwiler
Hilary G. Neighbors Medical Scholarship
Rachel Ball
Jan F. & Harry J. Nolan Women's Educational
Scholarship
Joreeca Dinnall
Helga Nielsen Scholarship
Hannah McIntyre
Lisbet Alvarez
Thomas E. and Marian L. Overby Scholarship
Brenda Solano-Oviedo
Dan and Amy Fisher Pace Scholarship
Angel J. Ramirez
Rebecca S. Poole Scholarship
MacKray Mauger
L.B. Prince Memorial Scholarship
Luke Staton
Charlie Renfrow Trust Scholarship
Brayden Corn
Vena Case Robinson Memorial Scholarship
Baylee Clayton
Odell Rouse Memorial Scholarship
Aliana Garcia
Marcella Esmeralda Daniel
Russell Boyd Thomas Scholarship
Emilee Hoover
Vina L. & Richard C. Sauer Scholarship
Maxwell Goble
Daniel Jovel
Michael Keen
Martha Sales Schoch Scholarship
Madison White
Pat Shepherd Second Mile Scholarship
Grace Verstrate
Kristen Sue Shetterly Memorial Scholarship
Cecelia Cagle
Sigrun M. Mapes Nursing Scholarship
Zoe Durall
Andrea Davies Skillman Scholarship
Savannah Crisp
James Smith Memorial Scholarship
Jackson Duchesne
Arthur & Lois Jean Stuenkel Scholarship
Noah Trexler
George & Helen Stowell General Scholarship
William Lance
George & Helen Stowell Medical Scholarship
Ryan Seward
Kenneth R. Stull and Virginia M. Stull Scholarship
Riley Tickle
Henderson County Educational Scholarship
Shannon McDermott
Robert B. Tonjes Scholarship
Faythe Gordner
Tracy Grove Community Club Scholarship
Wilson Mayo
Valley Clinic Scholarship
Emma Tipton
VFW Hendrick Rhodes Post 5206 Scholarship
Kaylie Orr
Dr. Corbin O. Williams Memorial Scholarship
Langdon Shealy
Lula & Levi Wilson Scholarship
Jaqese Johnson
Tom Wilson Scholarship
Christopher Ferguson
John P. and Mary Ann Wold Scholarship
Hunter Mullinax
Ammariah Grace Styles
Jacob Doke
Kelly Bennett
Gregory Stephen Wright "Crossroads" Scholarship
Luciana Denny
Winifred M. Wyman Memorial Scholarship
Tye Galloway
Maria's Scholarship
Kasya Rock
Applications for 2023-24 scholarships will open on Community Foundation of Henderson County’s website, cfhcforever.org, in November of 2022. For more information about establishing a scholarship or donating to an existing scholarship fund, contact Community Foundation at (828) 697-6224.
About Community Foundation of Henderson County
Founded in 1982, Community Foundation of Henderson County’s mission is helping people who care make lasting contributions to causes that matter. One of Community Foundation’s primary purposes is to assist engaged philanthropy in our community. The Foundation accepts gifts from individuals, families, businesses and organizations to create a permanent pool of charitable capital from which grants are awarded. Learn more about Community Foundation of Henderson County at www.cfhcforever.org, and by calling 828-697-6224.