Edna Haberle Visual Arts Scholarship Grant

Edna Haberle Visual Arts Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: Up to US $500
Last Updated: October 09, 2025

Summary

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.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. 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. Edna Haberle Visual Arts Scholarship 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

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. 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.