Charles Womer Scholarship Fund Grant

The Charles Womer Scholarship Fund, managed by the Redwood Foundation for Education, offers competitive renewable scholarships for up to four years. Established to support students from Rogue Community College and those transferring to four-year universities, eligibility requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 for vocational programs and 3.0 for academic programs. The fund emphasizes academic performance and long-term goal progression, ensuring financial support for deserving candidates in Southern Oregon.

Redwood Foundation for Education
(JCEF), in 2022, after more than five decades of growth, the organization changed its name to recognize its expanded service area and scope. Today, the Redwood Foundation for Education manages 300 individual funds and more than $12 million in assets. In 2024, we awarded $1,306,861 in scholarships, $178,071 in grants and invested $21,806 in projects throughout Josephine County and Southern Oregon.
The Redwood Foundation for Education provides scholarships and grants to students in schools throughout Southern Oregon. Awards are based on demonstrated leadership and co-curricular activities, academics and need, and are funded by donations from individuals, businesses, service clubs and class alumni.
Award: Variable, competitively renewable for total of 4 years.
Selection is based on current academic performance and progress towards long-term goals.

Eligibility

Previous recipients of the Charles Womer Scholarship that are currently attending Rogue Community College (RCC) or are transferring from RCC to a 4-year university. Must be enrolled in at least 2/3 courseload per term/semester.GPA: 2.5 and above for vocational programs, 3.0 and above for academic programs.