2010 scholarship opportunities include:

Ø  Ora E. Anderson Scholarship, established to honor the memory of Ora Eaton Anderson and his lifelong contributions toward the conservation of Appalachian Ohio’s natural environment, the scholarship provides support to students pursuing studies associated with the natural sciences, including but not limited to: forest and wildlife management; environmental restoration, natural and historical interpretation, ecotourism and related-disciplines associated with broadly protecting plants, animals and the environment.

Ø  The Bellisio Foods Scholarship was established in honor of Bellisio Foods founder, Jeno Paulucci. Bellisio Foods is the maker of food brands including Michelina’s, FUSION Culinary, BUNdino’s, and Howlin’ Coyote.  The Bellisio Foods fund awards scholarships to children and grandchildren of Bellisio Foods employees pursuing post-secondary education, including technical and trade school, community college, university, etc. Bellisio’s leadership and scholarship fund encourages economic success and access to educational opportunity.

Ø  The Lester and Thelma Ellwood Scholarshipwas established to encourage and support access to educational opportunities, assisting worthy graduates of Guernsey County high schools in pursuit of post-secondary education. Lester and Thelma Ellwood strongly believed in the importance of education and applicants must be a current or past graduate of Buckeye Trail High School, Cambridge High School, Meadowbrook High School or any other Guernsey County high school.

Ø Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship, in memory of the late Zelma Gray, scholarships will provide support to a current or recent Guernsey County resident attending medical school, with a commitment to returning to the area to work upon completion of studies.

Ø  Dr. Allen Smith Memorial Scholarship, in honor of the late Dr. L. Allen Smith, a native of Jackson, Ohio, the Smith Scholarship also honors the work and legacy of Dr. Smith’s mother, the late Mary Ellen Smith. The award provides two scholarships, both to Jackson City High School students – the Smith Scholastic Award for Achievement in Math, Science and Engineering and the Smith Community Service Award to students planning to attend a four year Ohio college or university.

Ø  The Ariana R. Ulloa Memorial Scholarship was established by family, friends and students to honor the memory and life’s work of Ariana R. Ulloa, so she may continue to live in the hearts of all she would have touched with her love. The scholarship is offered to international students pursuing any field of study, as well as students pursuing a degree in international studies. 

Ø  The Wayne F. White and Bob Evans Legacy Scholarship was established by family and friends of the two, including Bob’s wife, Jewel Evans (both she and her husband Bob founded the original Wayne White Scholarship) to honor the legacy and commitment these two friends had to the Appalachian Ohio region. Both passionate about education and champions of the Appalachian Ohio region, White and Evans were committed to ensuring finances were not a barrier to the ability of the region’s youth to access post-secondary opportunities. The White/Evans Scholarship serves to help all students’ realize they can pursue post-secondary education, regardless of financial situation. Those applying must be graduating high school seniors or possess a GED, and currently live and attend school within the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio.