Scholarships
We are now accepting applications for our 2021 scholarships. The deadline to apply is March 15, 2021.
With the myriad challenges facing today’s students, the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation and its scholarship program is working to lessen the financial burden for students who are continuing their education. If you are a student in Emmet County graduating this spring and planning to continue your education this fall, the Community Foundation invites you to peruse the variety of scholarship opportunities available. A total of 38 scholarships are available for students who will be attending community college, university, or trade and vocational programs in the 2021-22 academic year. Eligibility and selection criteria vary by scholarship and include financial need, academic excellence, community service or pursuit of a particular field of study. Scholarships are available for non-traditional students, homeschool students and adults continuing their education. Some areas of study include building trades, hospitality, culinary arts, nursing or allied health and education.
The variety of scholarships available through the Community Foundation is made possible by generous donors who have established the funds, often in honor of a loved one or to support students from their alma mater or home town.
How to Apply
- Review the available scholarships below and decide if any of the scholarships are a match for you.
- Gather supporting documents, including: transcript, Student Aid Report from the FAFSA, financial award letter(s), SAT and/or ACT scores. Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, SAT/ACT scores are optional for 2021. We encourage you to submit them if you have them as they will help inform your overall academic achievement, but you will not be scored on your SAT/ACT results.
- Identify someone to submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The letter of recommendation should be completed by someone who knows you well, like an instructor, work supervisor, religious advisor, or community mentor and is able to write a personalized letter that speaks to what makes you uniquely qualified for scholarship support. It should not be completed by a relative or classmate. During the application process you will have the option to upload a letter, if you have one in your possession, or invite your letter writer to submit one to the scholarship portal electronically.
- Login to our scholarship portal and click “create new account” and complete the registration form. You must register a new account before you can access the application.
- Click “Apply” to begin your application. Please be sure to review and save your information before clicking submit. Once you click “Submit” you will not be able to make edits to your application. The Application can be started, saved, and completed at a later date if needed.
- Complete any additional requirements for the scholarships listed on your dashboard – each one will require that you click “submit” or “decline” separately.
- Scholarship recipients will be announced at your school’s awards ceremony.
- Scholarships must be claimed by June 30 in order to be processed in time for your first college payment.
Note: If you are in the Early College Program you should apply for scholarships in your 5th year, the last year of the Early College Program.
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Questions?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page, contact Sarah Ford at (231) 348-5820 or [email protected] or talk to your school’s counselor.
View the index of scholarships by school.
Read about our 2020 scholarship recipients here.
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Alberto Moreno Memorial Scholarship
The Alberto Moreno Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2002 to honor the memory of the donor’s grandfather and support others who share Alberto’s devotion to learning. Alberto Moreno became a naturalized citizen in the early 1900s. He had few resources to provide for his large family, in part because he had been unable to acquire a formal education. Nonetheless, he fostered in his children a respect and a hunger for learning and an appreciation for what education can provide for those who work hard and honestly. Sacrifices were many, often food and clothing were scarce, yet each child was instilled with these values. The entire family worked hard to create opportunities for the pursuit of education and to support each other as they obtained the education each wanted. Though other luxuries were forfeited, each child grew into an accomplished adult armed with a master’s degree and a commitment to contribute to their family, their society and their country. |
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$2,500 for one year; non-renewable. |
Amy Elizabeth Kelbel Scholarship This fund was established in 1999 by the members of the Stephen and Vivian Rose Kelbel family. The goals of the fund are to pay tribute to its namesake, who was an outstanding student at Petoskey High School until injuries received in a tragic automobile accident curtailed her high school experience; to encourage participation in two of Amy’s favorite activities: debate and forensics; and to assist graduates in fulfilling their own educational aspirations. |
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$1,500 for one year; non-renewable. |
Anna Funk Memorial Scholarship The fund was established by her parents and sister, through donations from family and friends, to honor Anna’s memory. Anna was a teacher her entire life. Her graduation from Alma College in 1994, with a degree in elementary education, only made this distinction official. The following is Anna’s teaching philosophy: “I believe that all children can learn. No matter their background or level of intelligence, I believe that all children can succeed. It is my job as a teacher to be patient, put forth time and effort, and establish a creative, motivational, and stimulating learning environment that encourages success. I also believe that as a teacher, I must support the emotional development of a child, as well as the intellectual. I feel that a child must be helped to discover and develop his/her own uniqueness and learn to share it with others. He/she must be encouraged to do his/her best and to be the best person possible.” Anna’s teaching career was brief, as she died from brain cancer at age 23. Through the establishment of this scholarship fund, it is her family’s hope that Anna’s passion for teaching others will continue. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
Baiardi Family Foundation Scholarship – Harbor Springs/Petoskey The Baiardi Family Foundation Scholarship Fund was established in 2003 by the trustees of the Baiardi Family Foundation to aid academically excellent graduates of Harbor Springs High School, Harbor Light Christian School, Petoskey High School, St. Michael Academy or Concord Academy-Petoskey in pursuing their education. |
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Two awards for $2,000 each for one year. Award is non-renewable and must be used in the academic year for which it is awarded. Recipients will be required to submit a thank you note to donors before the funds can be released. |
Baiardi Family Foundation Scholarship – Alanson/Pellston In 2011, the Baiardi Family Foundation committed to providing additional scholarship opportunities to high school students from Alanson and Pellston Public Schools. |
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Two awards for $1,500 each for one year. Award is non-renewable and must be used in the academic year for which it is awarded. Recipients will be required to submit a thank you note to donors before the funds can be released. |
Barry Potter/HOPE Scholarship This fund was established in 1999 by Barry Potter, a graduate of Pellston High School. This scholarship is meant to help a Pellston High School graduate continue his/her education, preferably in the fields of computer science or health. |
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$1,000 for one-year. Students may apply for renewal, but priority will be given to graduating students. |
Café Society Educational Scholarship The Café Society Educational Fund Scholarship was established in 2010 by artist William Hosner and friends to provide assistance to further education for high school graduates who work or have worked at a regional coffee house. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
C.W. McClellan Scholarship The C.W. “Mac” McClellan Scholarship Fund was established in 1998 by a group of Mac’s friends to honor his service to his community in general, and the Republican Party in particular. Mac McClellan always had a keen interest in history and politics and this scholarship is meant to assist a student from Emmet County, preferably in the study of political science and/or history. |
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$1,000 for one-year; non-renewable. |
First Tee Scholarship The mission of The First Tee of Northern Michigan is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. This fund was established in 2011 to encourage participation in The First Tee Program and promote the values instilled by the Program. |
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At least $1,000 for one year. Renewable based on selection criteria. At the end of each academic year renewable applicants must submit grade transcripts from the previous year and proof of enrollment for the coming year as soon as possible. |
Gerald Gramzay – Stafford’s Hospitality Culinary Scholarship The Gerald Gramzay Stafford’s Hospitality Culinary Scholarship Fund was created in 2013 as a legacy for Gerald and to remember his contributions to the culinary arts at Stafford’s Hospitality and in the greater community. |
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$1,500 for one year; non-renewable.
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Harbor Springs Opportunity Scholarship The Harbor Springs Opportunity Scholarship was established in 2016 by three Harbor Springs High School alumni from the class of 2009, to support graduates of Harbor Springs High School in their pursuit of furthering their education. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan Building Industry Career Scholarship The Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan Building Industry Career Scholarship Fund was established in 2002 to benefit residents of Emmet or Charlevoix counties interested in a career in the building trades industry. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
James and Carolyn Cloutier Scholarship The James and Carolyn Cloutier Scholarship Fund was established in 2010 by James and Carolyn Cloutier to help deserving Harbor Springs students continue to reach their goals. They believe in the importance of giving back to their community and investing in the youth of the community. As dedicated and enthusiastic high school sports supporters, they know that much learning takes place through the teamwork of sports. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
Janet and Richard Gorman Scholarship The Janet and Richard Gorman Scholarship Fund was established in 1995 by Richard, former Petoskey City Manager, and his wife, Janet, to help students from the Petoskey Public Schools further their education. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
Jennifer A. Kullik Memorial Scholarship Since 1993, the Kullik family and friends have been awarding a college scholarship to a graduating senior from Petoskey High School. In 2007, Northern Imaging Associates, P.C. established the Jennifer A. Kullik Memorial Scholarship Fund within the Community Foundation to create a permanent legacy to Jennifer. Jennifer was a person who exhibited a love of children and was very kind to the elderly, especially her grandparents. She also had a great love of music and played several instruments, including piano, keyboard, flute and clarinet. Her interest in softball started as a Pigtail and progressed through Junior League, Junior Varsity and Varsity. Jennifer’s exceptional relationship with her parents was the basis for her strong values and positive attitude. She was known as someone who was always prompt, dependable and responsible. Jenny was an excellent student, especially in science and math. |
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$2,500 for one year; non-renewable. |
Kiwanis of Harbor Springs Scholarship To preserve the Objects of Kiwanis and the values of the Kiwanis Club of Harbor Springs, its members established this scholarship in November 2016 to promote the continuing education of Harbor Springs High School graduates. |
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Nine (9) $1,000 awards for one-year; non-renewable. |
Marshall-Parker Family Scholarship
The Marshall-Parker Family Scholarship Fund was created in 2013 to provide an annual scholarship to graduates of Pellston Public Schools and to create a lasting legacy for the William Marshall and Phyllis Marshall (Parker) families and their connection to the Pellston area. It is the intent of the Fund to promote and encourage others to pursue their education and fulfill their potential. If no Pellston High School student applies or is eligible, this scholarship may be awarded to a high school student of any other Emmet County high school. |
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$1,000 for one year. This scholarship can be renewed by the previous year’s recipient for up to three consecutive years following the initial award. A Michigan Technological University student must maintain a 3.0 GPA. A CMU or other school student must maintain a 3.5 GPA. Renewal application must be initiated by the recipient by January 15 of the current school year to allow enough time to promote the scholarship to high school seniors if renewal does not take place. |
Marshall-Smith Scholarship The Marshall-Smith Scholarship Fund was established in 2008 by Pellston Public School graduates Patricia (Marshall) Smith (1973) and Daniel L. Smith (1970) to aid a selected Pellston Public High School graduating senior pursuing a science, technology, engineering or math degree at an accredited public four-year university or college. |
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Two (2) $2,500 awards for one-year; non-renewable. |
Mary McClutchey Amacher Scholarship The Mary McClutchey Amacher Scholarship Fund was established in 1995 by Mary’s family and friends to help other graduates of Pellston High School further their education. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
Michael Gale Phillips Memorial Scholarship The Michael Gale Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund was created in 2010 by family and friends to honor Michael Phillips, a Harbor Springs businessman. |
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$3,000 for one year; non-renewable.
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Olofsson Family Scholarship This scholarship fund, established in 1999, will assist graduating seniors from Emmet County high schools to continue their education at a college, university, community college, technical or vocational school in the United States and encourage them to pursue their course of study in math, science, or business. The fund is meant to help those students with the scholastic ability, but not necessarily the financial ability, to reach their full potential. |
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$2,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
Petoskey Area Business and Professional Women’s Scholarship The Petoskey Area Business and Professional Women’s Scholarship Fund was established in 2001 with the intent to encourage and support further education for local women. |
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$1,000 or more for one year; non-renewable. |
Robert Jensen Dau Memorial Scholarship The Robert Jensen Dau Memorial Scholarship Fund was created in 2019 by his daughter and her family. A native of Petoskey, Robert was proud of the town he grew up in and a lifelong supporter of education. This scholarship is meant to help students of Petoskey High School reach their highest potential. Continuing Robert’s legacy, his family hopes this scholarship will give a student a four year commitment to achieve their true potential and the means to pursue their dream. Learn more about the Robert Jensen Dau Foundation here. |
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$3,000 for one-year; renewable up to three additional years. |
Sara J. Latimer Redpath Church Memorial Scholarship This scholarship was established in 2013 to create a legacy for Sara J. Latimer and remember her involvement in Redpath Memorial Presbyterian Church, Cross Village, Michigan. |
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$1,000 for one year; non-renewable. |
Scott Batchelor Scholarship This scholarship was established in 2010 to benefit participants of the Petoskey High School and Petoskey Youth Soccer Association soccer programs. |
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$500 for one year; non-renewable. |
Stafford and Janice Smith Scholarship Throughout the years, Stafford and Janice Smith have improved the hospitality industry, educated young people, preserved and shared history, developed communities, and so much more. To celebrate 50 years of Stafford’s Hospitality and 50 years of marriage, friends and employees of Stafford’s Hospitality established the Fund in 2011 to honor and preserve Stafford and Janice’s legacy. |
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$1,500 for one year; non-renewable. |
Thomas Dale Sr. Memorial Scholarship The Thomas Dale Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2005 to benefit students of Alanson Public Schools. Following his military service in World War II, Tom Dale taught for many years at Alanson Public School where he assumed many positions including teacher, basketball coach, band director, principal, and finally superintendent. |
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$500 for one year; non-renewable. |