Ben Wilken Memorial Scholarship Grant

Ben Wilken Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc.
Amount: Up to US $2,000
Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Summary

The Ben Wilken Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, awards $2,000 to a high school senior enrolled in JROTC with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Eligible students must provide a transcript, personal essay, and details of community service and school involvement. This scholarship aims to support students pursuing higher education at accredited institutions, reinforcing the foundation's commitment to fostering educational opportunities in Missouri.

Overview

Community Foundation of the Ozarks The Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) serves central and southern Missouri by facilitating charitable giving, managing funds, providing competitive grants, and awarding scholarships. Its programs support nonprofits through grant cycles for local projects and innovative solutions, while also offering endowment and fund-management services for donors looking to create lasting impact. Ben Wilken Memorial Scholarship This scholarship awards one $2,000 grant to a graduating high school senior who is enrolled in a JROTC program. Eligible applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, submit a transcript, and plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college or university. The application requires a personal essay and a description of the applicant’s community service, school involvement, and work experience

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduating high school seniorGPA of 2.5 or above; submit transcriptMust be applying to a two-year or four-year accredited college or universityMust be enrolled in the JROTC program