About Our Scholarship Program:
The Chambersburg Area Education Foundation has awarded over $2 million dollars in scholarships to CASD students for higher education and training. The 2023-2024 application process will be conducted online using our Foundation Common Application which saves a great deal of time and prevents duplication of effort. Once students complete the CAEF Common Application, all information will populate to other individual applications, as needed. There are two categories of CAEF Foundation scholarships, but only one requires completion of an application.
Donors:
If you are interested in providing a scholarship this year, it is not too late! Please contact us at 717-552-6492 to discuss how we can establish an award to honor or remember your loved one, highlight a specific career or interest, or acknowledge student academic achievement.
Students:
The application window for our 2023-2024 scholarship process is now open. Please note that the deadline is March 22, 2024. Please begin with our Foundation Common Application. Scholarships are awarded based on a variety of criteria such as GPA, field of study, financial need, challenges overcome, SAT/ACT scores, school, community service or extracurricular activity participation and vary from scholarship to scholarship.
Keep in mind that you will need the following things to participate in this process:
* A resume (which you will upload - .pdf file)
* Complete the FAFSA and upload supporting documentation (.pdf)
* Formal acceptance at an accredited institution of advanced training or higher learning
Please register using the student name and not the parent name. Only one CAEF Scholarship Common Application is allowed per student. Students may begin to complete the application, save it, and return later to compete before the deadline. Some scholarships have additional requirements and request certification before submitting. Many new scholarships will be added to the list below as details are confirmed, so please check back often.
Complete the CAEF Scholarship Common Application here.
Simply click the hyperlink below to be directed to each of the applications for a specific scholarship. Once you have completed the CAEF Scholarship Common Application (above), your information will move with you through the process so there is no need to re-enter duplicate information or request multiple transcripts.
The following named scholarships are application-based and are organized by area of study or by donor type. Applicants should carefully read the online application, noting in particular the scholarship criteria and the essay questions, which may differ from scholarship to scholarship. Please scroll and read to the bottom of the page to make sure you do not miss any opportunities!
AGRICULTURE:
RAYMOND B. HELMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
to a CASD student who will pursue higher education or training in the field of agriculture following graduation. Preference is given to a student who is a resident of Greene, Letterkenny, or Lurgan Townships.
ART:
MADOLIN KIRKPATRICK WENGER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (interest on investment)
awarded to a CASD art student who will pursue a degree in art or art education at an accredited college/institute
EDUCATION:
DR. WILLIAM ROBINSON & DEBRA ROBINSON BOWEN SCHOLARSHIP ($500)
for a CASD student continuing studies in music education or in general teacher education (The 2024 award will be given for music education.)
JOSEPHINE G. STOUFFER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
for a graduating CASD senior who will pursue a career in elementary education
THOMAS G. STOUFFER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
awarded to a CASD graduating senior in good academic standing who will pursue a degree in secondary education
HARRIET THOMPSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (interest on investment)
awarded to a CASD graduating senior in good academic standing who will pursue a career in education at Shippensburg University
HEALTH SCIENCE:
CHRISTIAN KEYES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (Two awards @ $1,000)
awarded to a CASD graduating senior in good academic standing (3.0 GPA or higher) who plans to pursue a career in pharmacology or health sciences, with preference given to a student active in community service
OLIVER F. ACRI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
for a CASD student continuing studies in health care, dentistry preferred
MUSIC:
NICHOLAS ALLEN HOOVER MEMORIAL MUSICAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
awarded to a CASD student who is involved in various high school-related instrumental music programs and continuing his or her education/career in the field of music
STEM:
CHEVRON-TEXACO SCHOLARSHIP ($500)
for a graduating CASD senior who will pursue engineering
NEWCOMER ASSOCIATES SCHOLARSHIP FOR ARCHITECTURE / CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ($500)
for a graduating CASD senior who will pursue a career in architecture / construction management
NEWCOMER ASSOCIATES SCHOLARSHIP FOR ENGINEERING / CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ($500)
for a graduating CASD senior who will pursue a career in structural, mechanical, civil or electrical engineering
WOMEN IN STEM SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000 - year 1, renewable @ $1,000 - years 2-4)
for a female CASD graduate pursing a career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics
PURSUING A RELIGIOUS VOCATION:
LINDA B. & WILLIAM H. HARTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)
awarded to a CASD senior in good academic standing who is considering a religious vocation and has been active in leadership roles in church/synagogue and community service
ALUMNI DONORS:
CLASS OF 1964
awarded to a graduate of CASD who will obtain additional education and training following graduation (college, trade or technical school), has a minimum GPA of 2.0, and demonstrates financial need. Applicants must be a direct descendent of a member of the Class of 1964.
CLASS OF 1965
awarded to a graduate of CASD who will obtain additional education and training following graduation (college, trade or technical school), has a minimum GPA of 2.5, and demonstrates financial need. Applicants must be a direct descendent of a member of the Class of 1965.
GIVEN BY COMMUNITY & SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS:
CHAMBERSBURG COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION ($500)
to be presented to a CASD minority student in good academic standing who will pursue further education/training (2 or 4-year program), with community service preferred
NOONTIME LIONS CLUB OF CHAMBERSBURG (3 @ $1,000)
given to CASD students who are pursuing higher education with preference given to first-generation college students with demonstrated financial need
ROTARY CLUB OF CHAMBERSBURG SCHOLARSHIP FOR FUTURE EDUCATORS (2 @ $2,000, renewable for 4 years)
awarded to CASD students who have served their community and who intend to pursue a degree and certification in K-12 education. This award is renewable for four years (maximum of $8,000 per student) provided the recipients maintain a 3.0 GPA.
GIVEN IN HONOR OR IN MEMORY:
ABIGAEL BELLOWS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
given in memory of Abby Bellows, this scholarship will support a CASD student who has an interest in international relations/travel.
EZRA AND BRENDA BENEDICT SCHOLARSHIP ($500, renewable)
awarded to a CASD graduating senior who is a first generation college student. Preference is given to a well-rounded student who has pursued an advanced CASD academic curriculum and intends to matriculate at a top-ranking, academically rigorous college or university following graduation from high school.
JACOB R. CORWELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)
given to a CASD student graduating from the Chambersburg Area School District who is a multi-sport varsity letter winner with strong moral character, a servant leader, and a strong student who will continue his/her post-secondary studies in a degree-bearing program.
FRANKLIN GAUGLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
awarded to a CASD graduating senior who will pursue a career as a teacher with first preference given to business education.
BILLIE J. GELSINGER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)
given in memory of “Mrs. G,” this scholarship will be offered to a CASD graduating senior who attended both the Career Magnet School as well as the Franklin County Career and Technology Center.
JESSIE R. & U.L. GORDY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($2,500)
awarded to a CASD graduating senior in good academic standing who attended Benjamin Chambers Elementary School (previous recipients also attended Gordy Elementary)
JOHN’S SCHOLARSHIP ($750)
given to a CASD senior who intends to study earth and mineral science or wildlife management
KISH-MILLER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000)
awarded to a CASD senior who will pursue a degree at Shippensburg University, with preference given to a first generation college student and to those who have demonstrated recurring community service and involvement. (Minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible to apply.)
LOIS O. MACKEY SCHOLARSHIP ($10,000 - $2,500/ year for 4 years)
awarded to graduating CASD seniors who have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, will attend an accredited post-secondary school or college, and submit an essay. Finalists will be required to complete an interview. (Recipients will receive $2,500 per year for a maximum of four years providing they maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and continue enrollment as a full-time student.)
THE McVITTY FAMILY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (3 awards @ $2,000)
provided to CASD students who are residents of Greene Township and will pursue higher education.
FLOYD & NELLIE ROBINSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (interest on investment)
for a minority student graduating from CASHS who intends to pursue a post-secondary degree
RYAN'S "WE ARE" MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (multiple awards)
awarded in honor of Ryan Schoenleber's wish to provide scholarships to CASD students who have good grades but are not the top achievers of the class. Students may attend Shippensburg University, Penn State, or an accredited technical/trade school. Applicants must provide an essay.
DONALD J. STRIKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000 - year 1, renewable at $1,000 - years 2-4)
awarded to a CASD student who will graduate with a minimum 2.5 GPA, will pursue higher education or training, and has a documented IEP or 504 Plan
SCOTLAND SCHOOL FOR VETERANS' CHILDREN (two awards @ $2,500)
Applicants must be CASD students in good academic standing and have a direct relationship (i.e. be the child or grandchild) to a graduate or former employee of the Scotland School for Veterans’ Children or have a direct relationship to an honorably discharged veteran or active duty service person.
The following named scholarships are held by the Foundation and selections are made by appropriate faculty/committee and are not application-based:
CHAMBERSBURG AREA SPORTS BOOSTERS SCHOLARSHIP FOR OUTSTANDING MALE & FEMALE ATHLETES ($500 each)
- one award given to each of the CASD male and female athletes selected who have demonstrated elite success in at least two sports, who have achieved a minimum 3.0 GPA and who have shown a genuine commitment to community service as well as leadership on and off the athletics stage.
TIM & SUSAN COOK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS (2 @ $750)
- one awarded to a graduating CASD senior in the math curriculum, another in the business curriculum; selected by math & business faculty.
FERREE LEFEVRE MUSIC AWARD
- awarded to a CASD graduating senior who has been active in the choral music program at CASHS and will pursue a post-secondary degree in music or music education; selected by CASHS Choir Director.
THOMAS G. STOUFFER MEMORIAL AWARDS
- awarded to CASD 9th & 11th graders who exemplify school spirit and demonstrate involvement in extra-curricular activities while maintaining a good grade point average; selected by 9th & 11th grade counselors/administrators.
ENOS YEAGER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
- awarded to the most outstanding female and male runners of the CASHS cross-country teams; selected by cross-country coaches.
FUTURE AWARDS:
CASHS Student Government “GOOOOO Trojans” Scholarship
For more information or assistance, contact our executive director Angela Lynch at angela.lynch@casdfoundation.org.