ADAMS COUNTY MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC logo

Dr. Dale L. Mathias Jr., M.D. Memorial Scholarship

ADAMS COUNTY MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

$1,000 annual award

Deadline

March 1, 2027

261 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Dr. Dale L. Mathias Jr., M.D. Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount: $1,000 annual award

Restriction: High school seniors only

Geographic Scope: Adams County or Brown County, Ohio residents

Focus Area: Healthcare careers

Funded By: The Children of Dr. Dale L. Mathias Jr., M.D. (Melissa, Matthew & Christopher)

Background: This scholarship honors Dr. Dale L. Mathias Jr., M.D., who served as a physician in Adams County for over 35 years. Known as "Doc," he worked across hospitals, nursing centers, and emergency departments throughout the region. He valued the role he played in saving lives, always doing his best to help as much as he could.

About Dr. Dale L. Mathias Jr., M.D.:

  • Started his career with the National Health Service Corps

  • Served as a physician in Adams County for 35+ years

  • Worked in emergency medicine and family medicine

  • Worked across multiple healthcare facilities: hospitals, nursing centers, and emergency departments throughout the region

  • Valued saving lives and helping others to the best of his ability

  • Known as "Doc"

    • Special Note (2026): The Mathias family generously doubled their donation, funding two scholarships in 2026.

    Contact:

  • Email: cherish.williams@acmedicalfoundation.org

  • Phone: (937) 217-0072

  • Mailing Address: P.O. Box 40, Winchester, OH 45697

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Download the scholarship application (PDF) from the website
    2. Complete all required sections
    3. Gather supporting documents
    4. Submit by mailing to: ACMF, P.O. Box 40, Winchester, OH 45697 OR emailing to [email protected]

    Eligibility:

  • Must be a current high school senior (RESTRICTED TO HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY)

  • Must be an Adams County or Brown County, Ohio resident

  • Enrolled or accepted at a regionally accredited institution

  • Pursuing a career in healthcare

    • Note: 2026 deadline has passed. Next deadline is March 1, 2027. Recipients are announced at the annual scholarship luncheon.

    Apply with Grantable Learn more

    Ready to apply for Dr. Dale L. Mathias Jr., M.D. Memorial Scholarship?

    Grantable helps you assess fit, draft narratives, and track deadlines — so you can submit stronger applications, faster.

    Apply with Grantable Learn more

    You found Dr. Dale L. Mathias Jr., M.D. Memorial Scholarship. Now let's win it.

    Start writing