Raymond R. Amsler Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate with a potential to succeed in a college curriculum. Financial need, character, and volunteer involvement will also be considered.
Local Scholarship Information
Each individual scholarship has its own criteria and essay requirements. However, each scholarship must also include the Homer Area Community Foundation General Scholarship Application and 2 letters of recommendation. All of the Homer Area Community Foundation Scholarships are completed through the Battle Creek Area Community Foundation website with one application.
Highlights
Scholarships
Barton Farm Co. Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate that demonstrates financial need and plans to pursue a vocational degree, community college degree, or four year university/college degree.
Elizabeth Booth Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate pursuing a college degree or trade school training.
Calhoun County Swine Club Scholarship
Award given to outstanding students in Calhoun County who have shown determination, and who have demonstrated leadership abilities in their club, community, country and world. Scholarship is based on livestock participation, leadership, and citizenship.
Crandall Family Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate with a financial need, strong academic performance and involvement in the community, who exhibit strong character.
Curry Family Scholarship
Award is given to Homer Community Schools graduating seniors and graduates who are planning to pursue undergraduate studies through a 2-year or 4-year college, university, technical or trade school in a medical, dental, or mental health-related field.
Phil Duff Memorial Scholarship
Award is given to a graduating student from Homer Community Schools based on scholarship, merit, and community participation. Preference will be given to students pursuing a degree in the field of education or children’s services.
Robert & Doris Folk Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate that plans to attend a 4-year Michigan Public State University. Recipients should demonstrate financial need, leadership skills, community involvement, and academic performance.
Kathy Hickerson-Mills Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer Community Schools graduating senior pursuing postsecondary educational opportunities, including apprenticeship and certificate programs, at Kellogg Community College, who is NOT in the top 10 of graduating seniors.
Homer Academic Booster Club Scholarship
Award is given to graduates or graduating seniors from the Homer area who seek educational opportunities beyond high school. Financial need, character, and volunteer involvement will also be considered.
Homer Alumni Association Scholarship
Award is given to Homer Community Schools graduating seniors and graduates who seek postsecondary educational opportunities. Funds may be used for expenses incidental to attaining educational objectives.
Homer FFA Alumni Scholarship Fund
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate and participant in the Homer FFA for one or more of their high school years. This scholarship is available for alumni.
Homer Area Community Foundation Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate based on potential to succeed in a college curriculum, character, and community commitment.
Harry and Linda Lucyshyn Memorial Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduating senior or graduate pursuing an undergraduate or advanced degree with the intention to go into veterinary medicine or audiology career fields.
James & Lucille Miller Memorial Scholarship
Award is given to Homer Community Schools graduating seniors and adult students who are employed or live in Homer, Michigan, pursuing studies in a manufacturing field.
Betty Petredean Scholarship for the Arts
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate or alumnus pursuing a degree in the arts. Citizenship, leadership skills, community service, and the scholarship essay will also be considered.
George & Betty Petredean Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate that exhibits strong academic performance, leadership skills, and community involvement. Extra consideration is given to family members or descendants of past or present employees of Calhoun Foundry and Trojan Heat Treat.
SLF/Blair Scholarship Fund
Award is given to a graduating student from Homer Community Schools with a commitment to successfully furthering education beyond high school. Student should exhibit solid character, a commitment to community service and philanthropy, and financial need.
Bessie L. Smith Scholarship Fund
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate based on scholarship, merit, and community participation.
Kay Earline Vanderford Nursing Scholarship
Award is given to a graduating student in the greater Homer area entering the field of nursing.
Larry Wirebaugh Scholarship
Award is given to a graduation student from Homer Community Schools with a commitment to successfully furthering education beyond high school. Student should exhibit solid character and financial need.
Peter S. Lucyshyn Memorial Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate pursuing a degree in music, engineering, law or a profession in a skilled trade.
Ronald L. Tuck Memorial Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate pursuing a post-secondary degree in the sciences.
Saxton Family Scholarship
Award is given to a Homer High School graduate pursuing further education and honors the legacy of Fred O. Saxton.