Scholarships 2022 Awards
Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: To receive your scholarship(s), you must confirm your Autumn 2022 enrollment by logging in to the Smarter Select (www.SmarterSelect.com) scholarship application program. The login button is in the top right corner; use the same username and password you created when filling out your application.
Congratulations to our
2022 Scholarship Recipients
Thank you to the many donors and selection committee members whose gifts of donations and time make the Marion Community Foundation Scholarship Program possible. Best wishes to all the recipients in the coming academic year!
2022 is a Milestone Year : $500,000+ in awards
College Students
Manuel Acuna, University of Pennsylvania: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat and Gladys & Everett Granger MemorialScholarships
Zachary Abraham, Heidelberg University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Valeria Acuna, Ohio State University: Stephen J. Byrnes & Mary “Sally” Byrnes and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Dedié Adissem, Ohio State University: Ted & Elaine Mitchell Scholarship
Zialesi Adissem, University of Toledo: Louise Kling and Dr. Herman & Mrs. Jean Reas Scholarships
Lily Arledge, Lock Haven University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Caitlin Askew, Capital University: Harris and Cheryl Oehler Memorial Scholarships
Rebecca Bash, Mt. Vernon Nazarene University: Ridgemont Scholarship
Sarah Bash, Mt. Vernon Nazarene University: Ridgemont Scholarship
Alexys Bell, University of Toledo: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Dr. Herman & Mrs. Jean Reas Scholarship, and Marion Area Auxiliary Scholarships
Paige Bending, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship 2019 – 2022
Mitchell Block, Ohio Northern University: Allyson M. Haycox Memorial Scholarship
Korey Bosart, Ohio State University: Ted & Elaine Mitchell Scholarship
Taylor Boyd, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat and Dr. Kathy Dixon Memorial Scholarships
Madison Britton, University of Akron: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
McKinley Britton, Ohio Northern University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Abigail Burns, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Mackenzie Bussey, Marion Technical College: Charles E. Orcena and Dr. David & Alice Bailey Scholarships
Emily Butz, Kent State University: Bill & Joan Cones and Marion Music Club Scholarships
Drayson Campbell, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Justine Chevalier, Marion Technical College: A. B. & Hazel Augenstein Scholarship 2020-2023
Kyra Conkright, Baldwin Wallace University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Evan Craig, Ashland University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Jonathan Curren, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Noah Daugherty, Ohio Northern University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Grace Davis, John Carroll University: Freshour Family and Roger & Donna Holbrook Scholarships
Shana de Wet, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Christian Dobbins, Ohio State University: Carey Family Scholarship
Allee Dutt, Mt. Vernon Nazarene University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Bridget Dutton, Franciscan University of Steubenville: Gregory A. Rees Memorial and David G. Wilhelm Memorial Scholarships
Melannie Emigh, Bowling Green State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Reegan Field, Shawnee State University: United Church Homes Scholarship
Nicole Flock, Capital University: Stephen J. Byrnes & Mary “Sally” Byrnes Scholarship
Lauren Frank, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Candice Frazier, Marion Technical College: Harper-Stuckey MTC Scholarship
Lauren Ganson, College of Wooster: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Mercedes Garner, Marion Technical College: John T. & Lois Schmidt Scholarship
Collin Gibson, Ohio State University: Carey Family Scholarship
Randi Goney, Ohio State University: Jeannette White Memorial and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Allie Green, Ohio Northern University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Anderson Grooms, Miami University: Eugene & Cecilia Reszczynski Scholarship
Miles Grooms, Miami University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Molly Hafer, Wilmington College: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Kylar Hall, Marion Technical College: Laura Rush & Tom Rosol Nursing Student, Marion Area Auxiliary, and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Abigail Hawk, University of Findlay: Ridgemont Scholarship
Lily Janson, Ohio University: Janet Palm Memorial and Christopher B. Ream Scholarships
Alexandrea Kitzmiller, Ohio State University: Jerew Family Memorial and Stormy Ray Cushing Scholarships
Mindi Klaus, Ohio Wesleyan University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Natalie Klenzman, Ohio State University: Ted & Elaine Mitchell Scholarship
Sidney Knickel, University of Kentucky: A. B. & Hazel Augenstein Scholarship 2021-2024
Olivia Kyrk, Earlham College: Elizabeth Shumaker Scholarship
Kylie Lang, Ohio Northern University: Eula M. Rhoads and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Caleb Lichtenberger, Cedarville University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Madison Linstedt, University of New Hampshire: Elgin Alumni Association and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Halle Marvich, Cornell University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Madison McKinniss, Capital University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Daeveonna Middleton, University of Michigan: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship 2019 – 2022
Fatan Millhouse, Marion Technical College: Altrusa Club of Marion I and Geraldine M. Hedges Memorial Scholarships
Taylor Miracle, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Breanna Napper, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat and Whirlpool Corporation/One Energy S.T.E.M. Scholarships
Kerrington Nelson, Ohio State University: Dr. Shelton & Becky Williams and Carey Family Scholarships
Jillian Nutter, Huntington University: Christopher B. Ream Scholarship
Elivea Owens, Xavier University: John D. O’Shea & Kathleen E. O’Shea Scholarship
Mackenzie Rader, Rhodes State College: Ridgemont Scholarship
Jacqueline Ramsey, Wright State University: Ridgemont Scholarship
Anna Redd, University of Toledo: Altrusa Club of Marion II and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Kate Richards, Ohio University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Madisen Schenk, Marymount Manhattan College: Clare Cooke Performing Arts, Louise Kling, and Marion Music Club Scholarships
Racheal Schoen, Wright State University: Irene Ballinger Memorial Scholarship
Anya Serrao, Ohio University: Youth Engaged in Philanthropy Scholarship
Jaden Smith, Ohio Wesleyan University: Catherine Amelia Thew Brown Scholarship
Taryn Smith, Ohio Northern University: Community’s Memorial Scholarship
Rachael Stacklin, Bowling Green State University Firelands: Ridgemont Scholarship
Kelsey Stanfield, Heidelberg University: Ridgemont Scholarship
Kaycie Stark, Ohio Northern University: Marion Women’s Business Council Scholarship
Madison Staton, Bluffton University: Civitan Club of Marion Scholarship
Graham Steed, Ohio Wesleyan University: Whirlpool Corporation/One Energy S.T.E.M. and Rob’s Hauling & Vance Family Scholarships
Myles Steed, Ohio Wesleyan University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Severon Sterling, Ohio State University: Whirlpool Corporation/One Energy S.T.E.M. Scholarship
Delaney Tabbert, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Robert Vandeborne, Ohio State University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Kristen Vaughn, Miami University: Collier Scholarship
Katelin Vela, Ohio State University: Helen M. Thew Memorial Scholarship
Lillian Wagner, Ohio State University: Catherine Amelia Thew Brown and Carey Family Scholarships
Ethan Warner, Ohio State University: Dr. Noel & Maria Eboh Family Scholarship
Ashley Watkins, Ohio State University: Mary Ellen Withrow and Norman Withrow Golf Scholarships
Wyatt Wells, Ohio Wesleyan University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Jenna Whitaker, Marion Technical College: Ridgemont Scholarship
Adeline Wooddell, University of Findlay: Tasha Jones Memorial and John F. Kreis Memorial Scholarships
Kacy Worley, Ohio University: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat and Marion Academy of Medicine Scholarships
Makayla Yake, Ohio State University: Dr. Shelton & Becky Williams Scholarship
Tatyana Young, University of Pennsylvania: A. B. & Hazel Augenstein Scholarship 2019-2022
High School Seniors
Bellevue High School
Amber Bowering: Collier Scholarship
Colonel Crawford High School
Luke Lawson: Collier Scholarship
Elgin High School
Carson Austin: Marion Noon Kiwanis Club II Scholarship
Hayden Berridge: Everett Family Scholarship
Kenya Dillon: Daniel B. Stover Memorial Scholarship
Mikayla Hill: Elgin Alumni Association Scholarship
Tiffany Hix: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Marion Rotary Club’s Warren Brown, and Marion Rotary Club’s R.T. Lewis Scholarships
Wyatt Kerr: LaRue Alumni Association Scholarship
Ziah Lawhun: Marge Sorreles Davies Memorial Scholarship
Brooklyn Mathews: Mandy Kruder Memorial Scholarship
Isaiah Wasserbeck: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Whirlpool Corporation/One Energy S.T.E.M. and Voll Family Bowling Green State University Scholarships
Kaitlyn Yates: Elgin High School Wider Horizons and Donna M. Flach Memorial Scholarships
Marion Harding High School
Jacob Arndt: Paul Pezley Baseball, Danny C. Sipes Memorial, and Herbert & Jane Tillett scholarships
Shealana Booker: Beatrice Prior Memorial and Rocco Nicolosi Memorial Scholarships
Kay-Lee Crockett: Marion Rotary Club, Marion Rotary Club’s Warren Brown, and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Kaitlyn Daum: Beatrice Prior Memorial, Marion Rotary Club’s Warren G. Harding, and Taft Middle School Music Dept Scholarships
Asa Deeren: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Andromeda Downs: Kathy & Malcolm Goodman, Beatrice Prior Memorial, and Carol S. Geissler Memorial Scholarships
Taylor Everhart: Marion Rotary Club’s James M. Bazzoli, M.D., Marion Area Auxiliary, and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Kaedan Faggs: Dr. James S. & Mary Gray Greetham Memorial Scholarship
Jaylyn Fogle: Charles L. Hastings Memorial and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Tiffany Gill: Aris Kasotis Memorial Scholarship
Meredith Gruber: Catherine Leila Ferguson Memorial Scholarship
Karina Jaimes-Jimenez: Dr. Sarah Kulkofsky Memorial and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Aaliyah Jordan: Helen E. Evans, Janet Palm Memorial, and Taft Middle School Music Dept. Scholarships
Avery Longacre: Aris Kasotis Memorial Scholarship
Grace McCrery: Alex Family Scholarship
Zane Menzie: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat and Marion Noon Kiwanis Club Scholarships
Amare Pedraza: Eric Benjamin Foos Memorial Scholarship
Abigail Peter: Marion Noon Kiwanis Club II Scholarship
Avery Petrie: Marion Noon Kiwanis Club Scholarship
Ronald Prater: Mandy Kruder Memorial and Stewie Family (2020 selection/2022 recipient) Scholarships
Ryan Ratliff: Art & Anne Huggler Memorial, Carol S. Geissler Memorial, and Donald B. Justice Memorial Scholarships
A’nya Reynolds: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat and Joe Petrich & Al Beach Memorial Scholarships
Morgen Rhodes: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Marion Rotary Club, Marion Rotary Club’s Warren G. Harding, Marion Rotary Club’s Karl W. Schell, and Helen & Bob Bintz Scholarships
Allister Scott: Kenny Martin Memorial and Marion Rotary Club’s Karl W. Schell Scholarships
Jennifer Segura: Isabel Freer Memorial and Mandy Kruder Memorial Scholarships
Kathryn Shoaf: Dr. James S. & Mary Gray Greetham Memorial and Beatrice Prior Memorial Scholarships
Tucker Sloan: Helen M. Thew Memorial Scholarship
Ryleigh Tillman: Marion Rotary Club’s Scholarship
Sofia Tinnerello: William & Martha Buckingham and Beatrice Prior Memorial Scholarships
Alexandra Vandeborne: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Beatrice Prior Memorial, and Marion Rotary Club’s Robert E. Kibbey Scholarships
Hannah Whit: Beatrice Prior Memorial Scholarship
Brady Wink: Cornell/Goodman and Kory Kirkpatrick Memorial Scholarships
North Union High School
Cammie Shenkle: Erin Y. James Memorial Scholarship
Northmor High School
Jack Sears: Marion Elks Lodge No. 32 Scholarship
Pleasant High School
Carter Chase: Wayne Hoch Memorial and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Grace Cobb: James A. Flickinger Memorial, Pleasant Local Schools Board of Education, and Marguerite Marcelin Hastings Memorial Scholarships
Kyla Columber: William & Marjorie Grover and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Juan De Wet: Douglas & Elaine Waring Memorial and Whirlpool Corporation/One Energy S.T.E.M. Scholarships
Lauren Gierhart: Stephanie K. Lust Memorial, Marion Rotary Club’s R.T. Lewis, and Gary & Diana Sims Family Scholarships
Leyton Hamper: Stephanie K. Lust Memorial, Pleasant Academic Boosters, and Andrew Wigton Memorial Scholarships
Keegan Johnson: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Marion Rotary Club’s R.T. Lewis, Pleasant Academic Boosters, and Bergmann Family Scholarships
William Kantzer: William & Marjorie Grover and Ted & Elaine Mitchell Scholarships
Margaret McCall: Mandy Kruder Memorial Scholarship
Tara Murphy: MarionMade! Scholar/Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Vera O. McDanel, and Joe & Peggy Casey Memorial Scholarships
Mason Rinehart: Jacob Pfeiffer & Kevin Pfeiffer Memorial Scholarship
Minoy Shah: Pleasant Local Schools Board of Education Scholarship
Anna Sterling: Marion Noon Kiwanis Club II Scholarship
Trent Wilson: Jeannette Turner Memorial Scholarship
Scott Yancey: Wesley & Karen Schertzer Memorial, Gary & Diana Sims Family, and Marion Rotary Club’s Robert C. Dowd Scholarships
Ridgedale High School
Lillian (Jay) Bollinger: Marion Rotary Club’s Robert C. Dowd Scholarship
Andrya Dunn: Gary W. Troll Memorial Scholarship
Kyle Jolliff: Craig Scholarship
Collin Lust: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Marion Rotary Club, and Marion Rotary Club’s Robert C. Dowd Scholarships
Jamie Mergy: Max Ross Memorial and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Raylynn Mullins: Adam Johnston Memorial and Marion Noon Kiwanis Club II Scholarships
Jordyn Nutter: Three Sisters Nursing Scholarship
Luke Strine: Jacob Pfeiffer & Kevin Pfeiffer Memorial Scholarship
Caitlyn Thiel: Clifford & Frances Strine Family and John & Jackie Watkins Scholarships
Ridgemont High School
Shaina Hamilton: Ridgemont Scholarship
Olivia Karcher: Ridgemont Scholarship
Alexandra Kennedy: Ridgemont Scholarship
Mykenzie Lance: Ridgemont Scholarship
Emma Smith: Ridgemont Scholarship
Mason Stuck: Ridgemont Scholarship
Lane Underwood: Ridgemont Scholarship
Jenna Ward: Ridgemont Scholarship
River Valley High School
Abigail Bennett: A. B. & Hazel Augenstein and Mandy Kruder Memorial Scholarships
Brayden Boyd: Brian & Denise Spires and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Maci Carter: Eddie Shelton Agricultural and Clifford & Frances Strine Family Scholarships
Katie Clark: Charles E. Orcena and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Othon DeAssis: Marion Noon Kiwanis Club II Scholarship
Amarise Edgell: Kaufman Family Memorial, Marion Elks Lodge No. 32, and Douglas & Elaine Waring Memorial Scholarships
Kenzington Hage: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Marion Rotary Club’s Warren Brown, and Caledonia Alumni Association Scholarships
Jacob Haupt: Donald S. & Beulah Mae Williams Scholarship
Emma Hawk: Three Sisters Nursing Scholarship
Rachel Keller: Alex Cooper Memorial and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
RaeAnna King: Marion Rotary Club and Logan Stevens Memorial Scholarships
Karson Lang: Alex Masters Memorial and Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarships
Caroline Lee: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat, Whirlpool Corporation/One Energy S.T.E.M., Marion Rotary Club’s Catherine Ferguson, and Brenda Dye Music Boosters Scholarships
Hanna McClenathan: Allyson M. Haycox Memorial Scholarship
Samantha Osborne: Robert M. & Dorothy C. Wopat Scholarship
Abbygail Rigsby: Altrusa Club of Marion Scholarship I
Brandon Scholten: Marion Rotary Club’s R.T. Lewis Scholarship
Catherine Starrs David K. Rogers Memorial Scholarship
Kyla Stockdale: Marion Rotary Club’s George Brown Scholarship
Shelby Westler: Jeannette Turner Memorial Scholarship
Wynford High School
Madalyn Johnson: Collier Scholarship
Natalie Stover: Marion Elks Lodge No. 32 Scholarship
Marion Community Foundation’s 2022 Scholarships include 297 awards from 138 charitable funds to 193 students representing 11 high schools and 37 colleges and universities.
Click here to learn more about our scholarship funds and the donors who created them.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of our most frequently asked scholarship questions. Click on each question to reveal the answer
• Who is eligible?
Marion, Ohio Geographic Focus – The Marion Community Foundation Scholarship Program offers awards to students in Marion County, Ohio and the surrounding geographic areas.
Criteria & Requirements – Each of the 140 scholarship funds comprising the Marion Community Foundation’s scholarship program has established criteria and requirements. A summary of each fund’s specific requirements and selection criteria will be posted on this website during the application period so applicants can determine the match between scholarships offered and their qualifications. Examples include pursuing specific fields of study, attending designated colleges and universities, GPA requirements, involvement in specific activities, among many others. Such criteria is established by the scholarships’ donors to honor and memorialize loved ones and support higher education.
• How do I apply?
To be eligible for consideration by the Scholarship Selection Committee, a person must submit a completed online application with all necessary attachments and recommendatinos/references by the deadline of February 24, 2022, at 12:00 Noon EST. This deadline is absolute.
• What information does the application require?
Below is a sample of the information applicants are required to provide on the online application.
- Address and County of Residence
- High School Information: name of school, number of years attended, number in graduating class, GPA, class rank, percentile achieved on ACT or SAT tests, high school involvement in athletics, music, FFA, church, Boy Scouts, among other details
- College or Post-Secondary Plans: College or university attending, intended major or field of study, college GPA, college transcript
- Activities, Service, Honors, Work Experience: list involvement in each of these areas
- Personal Statement: an essay telling about your background, special circumstances, ambitions, and future career plans
- Financial Information: estimated yearly expenses (tuition, fees, books and supplies, room and board), resources available for college expenses (savings, earnings, parent/family contributions), FAFSA Student Financial Aid Report (SAR)
- Two Personal Recommendations: Two letters of recommendation are required, one from a teacher or academic advisor and one from a community member. For high school students, a guidance counselor recommendation is also required. These are online recommendation requests. Instructions are provided in the application for email submission.
• Is the FAFSA required? What if I don’t have a FAFSA or my FAFSA is incomplete?
The Marion Community Foundation scholarship application does not require applicants to submit a FAFSA; however, we use the FAFSA information to help determine your eligibility for our need-based scholarships. You may choose to NOT submit a FAFSA as part of this scholarship application. If you do not submit a FAFSA, you will not be eligible for any need-based scholarships.
FAFSA can be completed without completing your annual income tax return. More info can be found at www.studentaid.gov.
• How many scholarships are offered and what size scholarships are awarded?
Marion Community Foundation awards approximately $475,000 in scholarships annually. Typically, about 225 students receive scholarships. Scholarship award amounts for each scholarship fund are determined at the beginning of March each year and amounts vary for each scholarship fund. Check out the full list of 2021 scholarship awards.
We encourage each individual to review the list of Scholarships Available. Match your personal qualifications and involvement (i.e. county of residence, number of years in a Marion County high school, GPA, ACT percentile, high school athletic or music involvement, college major, etc.) to the scholarships offered. This process will give individual applicants the best assessment of how many Marion Community Foundation scholarships they are eligible.
• How will I know if my application is complete?
If your application and all requirements were successfully completed prior to the deadline, it will be considered and you will receive an email confirming your “completed” status.
• How will I know if I get a scholarship?
Applicants chosen to receive a scholarship award will be notified in early May by mail or email. Applicants are encouraged to notify the Marion Community Foundation if any of their contact information changes from what they included on the submitted application. Applicants with a submitted application, but not selected for a scholarship award, will be notified by email.
• What happens after I am awarded?
You will receive a letter or email notifying you of your award. Included in your award letter will be details regarding the scholarship(s) you received, including how they will be paid. This notification will also state your responsibilities as a recipient. If you have questions after you have received your award, you may contact us at 740-387-9704.
• If I receive a scholarship, how do I get the scholarship money?
Marion Community Foundation will pay all scholarship awards directly to the accredited educational institution. No scholarship dollars will be sent to individual applicants. Scholarships may only be used toward tuition, fees required for enrollment, and books, supplies, and equipment required for instruction and billed directly by the institution. Recipients of Marion Community Foundation will receive instructions in July 2022 explaining what documentation is needed to process their scholarship award to their respective college or university. This documentation is required before scholarships are paid.
