Edna Haberle Visual Arts Scholarship Grant

The Edna Haberle Visual Arts Scholarship, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Cherokee County and surrounding East Texas counties who plan to pursue a major in visual arts. This scholarship emphasizes the importance of education in achieving dreams and considers financial need, requiring FAFSA submission. Applicants must demonstrate artistic potential and commitment to their field of study to be eligible for this one-year support opportunity.

East Texas Communities Foundation
The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars.
East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams.
College Attending: Any in the United StatesSchool Status: Graduating seniorMajor/Field of Study: Visual artsFinancial Need Considered (FASFA required): Yes - FASFA requiredLength of Support: 1 year

Eligibility

Must be a graduating senior from Cherokee County TX or one of the following surrounding East Texas counties: Anderson, Angelina, Henderson, Houston, Nacogdoches, Rusk & Smith. Must plan to major in visual arts.