This scholarship is based on the scholastic achievements of a graduating senior enrolling in an Indiana college, university, or tech school and pursuing a business, engineering or technology degree.

The recipient should have academic potential and good moral character.  Financial need will be considered.

This scholarship will be given to a graduate pursuing an engineering degree.

This scholarship is awarded to a graduate who plans to enroll in a post-secondary institution, preferably with an interest in business related fields.  The candidate must be in the top ½ of the graduating class.  This applicant should demonstrate positive leadership, attitude, and citizenship qualities and show involvement in activities that would be compatible with the credit union “People Helping People” philosophy. 

This scholarship will be awarded to a graduate planning to enroll in a 4-year education program.  The student must have a minimum 3.2 GPA. Students enrolled at Manchester College will be given preference for this scholarship.

The selection for these scholarships is based on the following criteria:

• Academics
• Clubs
• Attendance
• Student Essay
• Extra-curricular Activities
• Teacher Evaluations
• Leadership
• Work Experience
• Community Service
• Phone-a-Thon Participation

This scholarship recipient will be chosen based on the following criteria:

• Minimum of 3.0 grade point average
• Accepted to a college or university with major declared
• Extra-curricular activities:  Athletics, Band, Choir, Student Council, etc.
• Strong character
• Community Service:  Consideration will be given to Scout and or Key Club members if other qualifications are met.

The Founders’ Scholarship is being presented as a reflection of why the NorthWood Chapter of DFS was initially created in 1988.  The focus is to select a hard-working student who will become a stable wage earner, a responsible citizen and a lifelong learner in adult life.  This scholarship will be awarded to a NorthWood graduate who best meets the following criteria:

• The recipient plans to enroll in a course of study that will lead to an Associate’s degree or the completion of a one year Certified Program
• The recipient is in the top 50% of his/her graduating class
• The recipient participated in extra-curricular programs while at NorthWood 
  • (Academics, agriculture, athletics, fine arts, etc.)
• The recipient has significant after school or summer work experience
• The recipient has been recognized by the high school staff as a person who is compassionate and is committed to improving the lives of others

The recipients of these scholarships must meet the following criteria:

• Resides in the Nappanee area
• Active in their community groups, church and organizations
• Plans to study business, agriculture or engineering at a 4-year college, junior college or technical school