Local Scholarships

The Beech Grove Grange Scholarship - Three $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded. Applications must be received by: April 30, 2024. Closest consideration will be given to applicants in agriculture, animal sciences and environmentally sustainable courses of study. Please complete the scholarship application in the link below and attach a transcript. Essay required: Who or what has influenced your career choice? Email to this address:[pamalabox@gmail.com] OR submit application to Mrs. Swendsen.

The Kate Frisch Carmody Memorial Scholarship - ($1000) will be awarded to a student planning to pursue a career in Cosmetology or a related field. Community service and volunteerism will be highly considered. Essay is required. Kate's Story and the application are available in the link below. Deadline to submit to Mrs. Swendsen: April 30, 2024 DETAILS TO FOLLOW

Christopher Cespedes Memorial Scholarship - Sponsored by Sam Jones This $500.00 award is offered to students continuing their education (trade school, certificate program - 2 year or 4 year). Students should submit an application using the HHS General Application Form. ESSAY REQUIRED - Prompt: During your time at Honesdale High School what employee(s) or extra curricular activity, (administrator, teacher, secretary, lunch/custodial staff, etc) has/have made an impact in your life? How did that/those relationship(s) help you through the good, difficult or emotional times in High School? Posted: 11/15/23 ~ Deadline: Submit to Mrs. Swendsen by April 1, 2024.

Catherine Collins Memorial Nursing Scholarship - The family of Catherine Collins offers a scholarship for students in our local area wishing to pursue a career in nursing. Details are in the link below. Deadline: May 1, 2024 DETAILS TO FOLLOW

Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains - R.E.S.C.U.E. Benjamin B. Stone Memorial Scholarship This scholarship was established by the staunch environmental organization "Return Susquehanna County Under Ecology" to recognize Benjamin's courageous and life long efforts that both halted threatening pollution to our region and established the Susquehanna County Recycling Center. This organization provides two post-secondary scholarships to high school graduates who, write a winning essay addressing his or her past environmental interests and accomplishments and describing future plans to protect the environment. The delegated selection committee is responsible for selecting the recipient in consultation with the Community Foundation. All applications are completed online - See link below. Posted 11/15/23 ~ Deadline: March 15, 2024

https://community-foundation.org/scholarships/

The Cecilia Davidson Memorial Scholarship for Nursing and Healthcare - Amount to be determined. The recipient of this scholarship should demonstrate a strong work ethic, a cheerful disposition, and commitment to helping friends, family, the sick and the aged. This person should be interested in pursing a career in nursing or generally in healthcare. A love of caring for elderly patients and financial need will also be considered. Please use the HHS General Application Form.  Submit application to Mrs. Swendsen.  Deadline: April 12, 2024

Delaware Valley Arts Alliance - Stanley J. Segal Scholarship - One $500.00 visual arts scholarship is being offered to a high school senior who will be pursuing advance studies in the field of visual art. Application is available online in the links below. Deadline: April 30, 2024

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pSFCtsdJ4ss9ZtF7gJLL7uafZhKgLUia/view?usp=sharing

Delaware Highlands Conservancy – The Vanessa Van Gorder Memorial Scholarship – $1000 Scholarship for high school seniors planning to pursue a career in education or environmental studies. Applications are now available in the link below. The student assessment sheet should be emailed to a teacher or guidance counselor for completion and returned to Mrs. Swendsen via email by that staff member. Completed applications must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. Submission details are clear in the link below. Deadline: March 22, 2024

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ao6SGqV7m_PbC30uJ...

The Dime Bank Scholarship Director's Award) will offer one $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior who will pursue a degree in business or a related business major such as accounting, economics, marketing, etc. in an accredited school of higher education. One Teacher Recommendation Form is required.The application and instructions can be found in the link below. The deadline to submit the application to Mrs. Swendsen in HHS office is: April 10, 2024.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vmz4vO7rgevDd5...

The Elm Tree Physical Therapy Scholarship - Amount:$1,000.00 - Student must plan to pursue a career in Physical Therapy or related field. An essay is required. Essay prompt: Why I am pursuing a career in Physical Therapy. Application is in the link below. Deadline: April 26, 2024. Please submit application to: Mrs. Swendsen, HHS office.

Farm Credit Foundation Scholarship - This scholarship is for high school students pursuing degrees in Agriculture, assisting in the Heavy Equipment Technology or Veterinary Nursing programs at Johnson College. Details may be found in the link below. Posted: 11/15/23 ~ Deadline: January 5, 2024

https://fcfoundationforag.org/

First National Community Bank Foundation Scholarship - Three $1,000 merit scholarship. Application is in the link below [APPLY NOW].

https://www.fncb.com/scholarship

Samson Fluck Memorial Scholarship – Sponsored by Wayne Highlands Youth Football Organization.  2 – $500.00 scholarships will be presented to two former Stinger participants.  It is the belief of WHYF that organized youth sports encourage academic achievement and that students should be acknowledged for their achievements on and off the field.  Deadline: April 30, 2024.  Email to Leslie Acker   lag2626@gmail.com.  Information and Application are in the link below.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CNpvPx2WotZviUmZzFFcDn34vTeQyKU1V2EiE3Shvo8/edit?usp=sharing

The Fraternal Order of Police, Northeastern Lodge #63 is pleased to announce two annual scholarships at $500, open to any eligible senior who intends to pursue a career in criminal justice or become a Municipal Police Officer. Criteria: Must be a senior in good standing, maintain a “B” average, must have no disciplinary problems in or out of school and complete an essay. See link below which includes information and application. Must be submitted to Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 63 Scholarship, Scott Twp. Police Department, 1038 Montdale Rd., Scott Township, PA 18447. Attn: Officer Frank Rapoch. NO late applications accepted. Deadline: April 1, 2024

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b166Wu6CQQvuHbJO8...

The Heart of Nursing ~ Virginia Fries, RN Scholarship - $1,500.00 will be awarded to a student pursuing a career in Registered Nursing.  Essay required:  Prompt is listed on the application in the link below.  Application with attachments required may be emailed to Mrs. Swendsen [cswendsen@whsdk12.com].  Deadine:  April 15, 2024 - No late applications will be accepted.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FTL_AEfGqnKMeXbkRsivT5rIh3HuDdePwOKNUFJdqn0/edit?usp=sharing

The Greene Dreher Sterling Fair Association Scholarship - Student must be a member of the GDS Fair or the child or grandchild of a member of the fair. Student must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor degree level program or a post-secondary trade or technical school. Information and applications are available in the link below. Student is responsible to mail the application to GDS Fair Association (address on application) Deadline: June 1, 2024

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/186WvfVkCao...

Grey Towers Legacy Scholarship - All details and application may be found in the link below. Posted: 11/15/23 ~ Deadline: February 2, 2024

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EtMlWTpBYF

Robert J. Hafner Scholarship (AM Skier Agency) - $1,000 scholarship to a Wayne Highlands graduating student who plans to pursue a career in law or insurance. Interested students should complete the General Scholarship Application found in the link below. 200-word essay: Who or what has lead you to your career choice decision? The deadline to submit the application to Mrs. Swendsen is: April 19, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M66WI9kCi4c14gsEhn-FUaafZKRZlsnSJmCC2ZS2GXI/edit?usp=sharing

The Jeremy J. Hiller Scholarship - Open to receive applications. Interested students, please complete the form provided in the link below. Deadline: April 15, 2024

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNdw0hCrO7Ypiarcz54SxuUSAPTJdHRI3yaqier9m1AhU_rw/viewform

The Jeremy Hiller Scholarship - Sponsored by Garrettwood Farm Lawn & Garden - $500.00 for a student accepted to a trade school.  Details in the link below.
 
 
Honesdale Odd Fellows - Freedom Lodge #88 is pleased to offer a fraternal benefit of a scholarship to help our young neighbors grow into future leaders. The Lodge recognizes the need for higher education and the increasing cost of obtaining this goal. This $500 scholarship is now awarded annually to qualified Honesdale High School graduating students who will be attending college or a vocational program after graduation. Eligibility requirements are: the student must be a HHS student in good standing for two years prior to the application deadline. The student may only win the scholarship once. The student must show proof of a cumulative average of 3.0 or B average each year. The student must be accepted as a full time student at a College/University or Vocational/Technical Institution for an entire school year. A copy of the verification must be included. You must request a high school transcript from the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 1, 2024. (Late applications will not be accepted.) Mail to: Scholarship, c/o Freedom Lodge #88, P.O. Box 191, Honesdale, PA 18431
 
 
Human Resources Foundation Scholarship - 5 @ $1,000 to seniors in Wayne, Pike, and Monroe counties. Students must be planning to pursue a career in Human Services, Social Work, or Special Education. Preference will be given to individuals who are looking to pursue human, social, educational, or health/clinical career paths that work directly with individuals with disabilities. Information and Application are found in the link below. DEADLINE: April 15, 2024
 
 
Independent Order of Odd Fellows - Nakomis Rebekah Lodge # 497 is pleased to offer a Scholarship to help our young neighbors grow into future leaders. The Lodge recognizes the need for higher education and the increasing cost of obtaining this goal. This scholarship for $500.00 will be awarded to a qualified student who will be attending college or a vocational program after graduation.  Information and application is in the link.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/14hJbs_KjZiQo3BbSzg0-vua-MLdn_tmt3j4dfihGHOw/edit?usp=sharing

The Jennifer Killam Memorial Scholarship - presented by the Honesdale Area Jaycees, will award 1 - $1,500 scholarship. Criteria includes: post-secondary plans, community service, volunteerism, extra-curricular activities, awards and an essay. Applications can be accessed via the link below or at Honesdale Area Jaycees website at honesdalejaycees.org. Transcripts are NOT required. Students must submit applications by mailing to Honesdale Area Jaycees, PO Box 583, Honesdale, PA 18431 or emailed to info@honesdale jaycees.org. Deadline: May 1, 2024

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p0YhEojknJH3PQTU9khn37wlBbRfuShJ/view?usp=sharing

John P. and Elizabeth Knash Memorial Scholarship - $500.00 to a high school senior that will be pursuing a field in horticultural/floral design, or related fields such as agriculture, agribusiness, etc. Applications are available in the link below. Application must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen NO LATER than April 26, 2024. Deadline: May 1, 2024

https://drive.google.com/file/d/13qF7hJ0n2-PNcJ9vgY4i2Q9CoECOp3hL/view?usp=sharing

Lackawaxen River Conservancy Scholarship - $500.00 award is offered to a graduating senior who attends school in the Lackawaxen Watershed and who intends to follow a career in environmental conservation. Please see information and application on the website. A second award is available to alumni of schools in the Lackawaxen Watershed. Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen (cswendsen@whsdk12.com), HHS Scholarship Coordinator. Posted: 11/15/23 ~ Deadline: April 12, 2024

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1K9iN-tRQvC...

The Laurel Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior with plans to continue post high school education, and who exemplifies good citizenship and high moral character. Applications are found in the link below. Please submit applications to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: April 17, 2024

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fsYA6LqlgTOE_DyfJYHd3DGCVScSAPfp?usp=drive_link

The Mort Malkin Peace Scholarship ($500) is sponsored by the Green Party of Wayne County in memoryPof Mort Malkin. Scholarship information and application process instructions are found in the link. Please use the HHS General Scholarship application. Deadline: April 30, 2024. Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_kQBpMA2gzqKScs7r45CwT8GPS9j6cky/view?usp=sharing

Andrew Mazza Diesel Jam Scholarship - $500 Scholarship to a student attending a trade school. An essay of 500 words regarding character is required. Please see information in the link below. Deadline: April 26, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ywJwZWbgx4qGWJ...

The Albert O. Miller , Dorothy Tozer Miller, and Savona Commandery #89 Scholarship - Honesdale National Bank - Information and Application is in the link below.  Deadline:  April 12, 2024

https://www.hnbbank.bank/scholarships

Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of Teachers of Mathematics - 2024 Blair E. Caboot Memorial Scholarship - $750 scholarship - Applicant must excel in mathematics and have future plans in a mathematics-related field. To apply, students must complete the online form at www.npctm.org, provide a transcript and submit a letter of recommendation from the student's mathematics teacher (required). Posted: 11/15/23 ~ The application window is open through March 1, 2024. Questions may be directed to Vincent Pricci, Student Awards Chairman, at vpricci@gmail.com

https://drive.google.com/file/d/16LvkQp043AXhKpHOJ...

109th Infantry Regiment Association Scholarship -This scholarship is available to high school seniors who can trace their lineage to the 109th Infantry.The current application is available on the association website at www.109thinfantry.org. Click on the Scholarship tab. Scholarship application MUST be mailed to the address listed on the Association website. Deadline: March 31, 2024  

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wuvqXc7-kY2sXGkYIZRbjeL8usYVBhdn/view?usp=sharing

Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Wayne/Pike Chapter - In memory of Mr. Leroy Spoor. Criteria: Pursuing a career in education. Details in the link below. Deadline: April 30, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HsXTLbwXLCd0vzd8hUTZZFEWE3UgCVJaAKuGqYjvExk/edit?usp=sharing


Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau Scholarship - Deadline: Apri 30, 2024  See link below for Information and Application.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14qXblGdv1UDB36bUFizMNWGgPetY3NWT?usp=drive_link

Road to Safety 2024 Scholarship Contest

https://www.mwke.com/about-us/road-to-safety-schol...

Rotary District 7410 Annual Essay Contest -- See details in the link. Open to Juniors and Seniors. Deadline: February 2, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D-7VvvuAqMgMxy...

The Rotary “Four Way Test” Scholarship – Rotary is offering a $1,000.00 scholarship to a senior who will be attending a two or four-year post-secondary institution. Criteria includes:
extra-curricular activities, employment, community service and an essay based
upon the following questions: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build good will and better friendship? Will it be beneficial to all
concerned? Interested students should complete the Wayne Highlands General
Scholarship Application. Please submit application to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: April 15, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XRCg7DjNgHNXZLa5IxvFHEP-TT1vuQE60DFnZfVoQl4/edit?usp=sharing

Scranton Area Community Foundation - Now accepting scholarship applications for over 80 different opportunities listed in link below.

https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=s...

The Brigadier General Richard Joseph Tallman and Evelyn Phillips Tallman Scholarship - The Tallman Scholarship is a four year scholarship intended to support the recipient from freshman year through senior year with a stipend of up to $10,000 annually. Application is available in the link below. Return application to Mrs. Swendsen please. Deadline: May 3, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SRtGKTM5iAhlqDb8cs8lVc-OxcmI3S38cmYAI2dklMk/edit

Bonnie Tyrell Scholarship - $500 Scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a 4-year program for a health care related career. Please complete the General Scholarship Application Form and submit to Mrs. Swendsen by April 30, 2024.

United Steelworkers Scholarship - Scholarship program offered to children of United Steelworkers Union members ($4,000 - $1,000 each year for 4 years). Review information in the link below. Posted: 11/29/23 ~ Deadline: March 15, 2024

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p0kI2zKhq81MGSq96...

United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne, and Pike Counties Scholarship - The United Way will be offering the Mike Munchak Community Service Scholarship in the amount of $6,300 to a graduating senior within Lackawanna , Wayne, Or Pike County who is actively involved in community service in programs funded by United Way, and who has been accepted to 4 year, 2 year, or trade school. Criteria for this scholarship includes: demonstrate commitment through community service activities, financial need (FAFSA score required), and academic achievement (minimum 2.5 GPA), and a letter of recommendation from community service organization director. Details and Applications are provided in the link below. All application materials, including high school transcript, must be mailed BY THE STUDENT and received by: April 28,02024 - NOTE:  Date is extended!

ATTN: Community Service Scholarship Committee
PO Box 526
Scranton, PA 18501-0526


https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YiTnjiF25ruF_xrTj...

Wayne Conservation District – Perry/Westgate Memorial Scholarship – A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to one student in Wayne County over a two-year period. Student must be entering an agricultural, conservation, or environmentally oriented curriculum. Rules and applications are available in the link below. Posted: 11/15/23 ~ Deadline: April 5, 2024

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1v4k5fgTz8N...

The Wayne County Business and Professional Women Scholarship - 4 Walk of Honor scholarships to graduating seniors whose parent(s) or grandparent(s) are active or retired members of any branch of military service. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l20CYzte4xngUEbab6tS3xDoCJpyDZULZAgly4KsrCo/edit?usp=sharing

Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships - Link is below. Deadline to submit: April 1, 2024. All applicants must be Wayne County residents. An official high school transcript must be sent to WCCF office from HHS Guidance Office.
NOTE: In completing the application to Wayne County Community Foundation online, a student may be eligible for any scholarship listed as determined by the WCCF Scholarship committee.


https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MnyRvoxZ1fKFgH...

https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/2024...

Wayne County Fair Scholarhip Foundation - Application and details in link below.  Deadline:  April30, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/13Swm_T5XwoP4STV8F9PIHR_tf0oHWSkOfbJY5f0mXac/edit?usp=sharing

Wayne County PA Democrat - Mark Graziadio Memorial Scholarship - Details and application in the link below.  Deadline:  May 1, 2024

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSez5qWQyryYWRumooMU2QTh_cFFLkfrIihcu3kyxl6Wj3lqYg/viewform

Wayne Highlands Education Association Scholarship - This scholarship is open to students in WHSD who are pursuing a four-year degree in education. Two or scholarships will be awarded this year. Application is available in the link below. Completed application should be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: April 19, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/u/2/d/1DUo2JygzaxNQs33lHw_xo2FipjaavOR-TSZA_u5VNoo/copy

Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary – Ernest and Margaret Lemnitzer Memorial ScholarshipThe WMH Auxiliary offers a scholarship to seniors pursuing a career in nursing. Criteria includes: academics, community involvement, need, essay, letters of recommendation, college acceptance letter, photo, and an interview. Information/Application is available in the link below. Applications are to be mailed to Diane Warden, 8 Crest Circle, Unit 1003, Lakeville, PA 18438 and ALSO emailed to Dwarden712@gmail.com. Deadline: March 25, 2024

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z9EN7BzGjvpvYVXseGAX76O3XaQXQFm7b4aCQVYZumk/copy

Wayne-Pike County Farm Bureau Scholarship – The "Agriculture, the Heart of a Growing Wayne-Pike County" scholarship is offered to deserving high school seniors as a way to heighten a long-term interest in agriculture and its many varied positive impacts on our area. Information and applications are available in the link below. Application must be sent CERTIFIED MAIL. Deadline: February 28, 2024. NO LATE applications accepted!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L0Ge7B8E18Ikx3t-b...

Julia Yale Weber Scholarship - $3,000 Scholarship is being awarded to a senior who will pursue a career in teaching. First choice: English, but other majors considered! Students must complete and submit the General Scholarship Application to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: April 15, 2024

The Women’s Club of Honesdale Scholarship – 3 awards @ $1,000.00 each. Criteria: GPA considered, community service, extra-curricular activities, future plans for education, and work experience. Scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing a two or four-year college or technical/vocational program. Visit the Women's Club website www.womensclubof honesdale.com for information about their services in our school community. Application is in the link below. Completed applications, including an essay, should be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. (PLEASE BE SURE TO LIST YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE.) Deadline: March 5, 2024

ESSAY TOPIC: Why I Believe I Have Earned and Am Qualified to Receive a Scholarship Offered by the Women's Club of Honesdale.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aF39d-fKCUTnZn7F4...