Other Scholarship Opportunities
For an example of our Universal Scholarship Application, click here.
J.K. Stanford Memorial Scholarship
The Women’s Education Coalition Grant Program
The Women’s Education Coalition Grant is a multiyear scholarship that helps women who are unemployed or struggling to support themselves and their families. This scholarship covers tuition and other college expenses, and helps build a better future for you and your family. It’s your opportunity to get the education you need to become financially independent!
Robert & Eleanor DeVries Professional Advancement Scholarship for Binder Park Zoo
Ronald M. Smith Carpenter Apprenticeship Fund
Ronald M. Smith had an affinity for the support of apprenticeship programs. A carpenter himself, Ron completed his Carpenter Apprenticeship at Kellogg Community College in 1968. Ron was employed from 1967 – 1982 for G.O. Lewis Company as a carpenter and a member of Carpenters Local 874. Ron was a construction supervisor for numerous local Battle Creek projects including McKinley School, Willard Library, and Kellogg Community College. His final project was the McQuiston Learning Center at Battle Creek Central High School. In 1982 Ron became the manager of United States Lumber Company and in 1985 he purchased the company from Beulah Kendall. He remained President of the US Lumber Co. until his retirement in 2015, when he sold the business to his son and daughter-in-law Bryan and Jolynn Smith.
Leonard L. White Scholarship
The Leonard L. White scholarship provides assistance for basic and/or emergency needs in order to support a student’s positive development. This scholarship is for students 5th through the 12th grades attending a public or private school in the school districts contingent to and within the City of Battle Creek. Applicants must exhibit financial need for assistance and apply through their school counselor.
David Scott Turner Memorial Vocal Music Award Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide vocal music lessons to 8th and 9th grade students at Battle Creek Public Schools and Lakeview School District. The scholarship may be used for, but not limited to, the following examples: voice lessons offered through a private instructor or college such as Kellogg Community College; or towards attending Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, Interlochen, the Music Center of South Central Michigan, and/or other music programs and institutions. Criteria includes students that exhibit interest and love of music, are continually working to better themselves, are dedicated to their musical group, and are making an effort to be a team member. Candidates do not need to be making a career in vocal music. This scholarship will be awarded each trimester, however applications will be accepted on a rolling basis; please contact our offices for upcoming awarding dates.
F.A.M.E. (Families Against Murder/For Equal Justice) Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is to provide assistance to children and/or grandchildren of victims of unsolved homicides in the state of Michigan. These scholarships can be for diverse needs such as counseling services, clothing, tutorial or other health & educational related services to support a healthy recovery lifestyle (usually not to exceed $100). Applicants must be of school age (up to 18 years in age.) Scholarships may be provided to eligible families who reside in Battle Creek.
AAUW Fund for Women in Non-Traditional Careers
Established in 2017, the Battle Creek Branch of the American Association of University Women voted to be purposeful in supporting women entering the workforce in nontraditional occupations readily available in the geographic area covered by the Calhoun Intermediate School District. However, there’s a low number of trained individuals, especially women, to fill those positions. The AAUW Fund for Women in Non-Traditional Careers is designed to provide educational supplemental assistance to women with things such as books, supplies, tools, licensing, journeyman’s card, testing expenses, certifications, etc. The branch feels those who obtain the training they need and possess a solid work ethic will be readily employed. Eligible candidates include: Women, 16 years of age and above (exceptions to minimum age may be considered on a case-by-case basis), who live in or attend a high school, college, university, or certified training program in the Calhoun Intermediate School District geographical area and are pursuing a nontraditional (or male-dominated) occupation. Selection criteria includes an evaluation of responses to application questions and an indication of characteristics such as strong work ethic, reliability, dedication, emphasis on quality of work, advanced preparation, integrity, dependability, sense of teamwork, discipline and professionalism.The award amount may cover up to 75% of the cost. Former recipients may reapply.
The SeniorCare.com Aging Matters Scholarship
All applicants can get more information and apply online at this address: https://www.seniorcare.com/scholarship/
Application Deadline: May 15th, 2025