Education Matters – The J.M. Heberlig/B.J. Helterbran Scholarship Fund Grant

Education Matters – The J.M. Heberlig/B.J. Helterbran Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities
Last Updated: November 15, 2025

Summary

The J.M. Heberlig/B.J. Helterbran Scholarship Fund, established by dedicated educators, supports Pennsylvania residents pursuing degrees in Art Education or Recreation & Parks. This scholarship aims to alleviate the financial burden on students entering their second, third, or fourth year at a 4-year institution. With a focus on academic achievement, a minimum GPA of 2.8 overall and 3.0 in the major is required, alongside a demonstrated commitment to education and community service.

Overview

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is a community foundation serving South Central Pennsylvania with a mission to inspire giving, partner with donors to achieve their charitable goals, and strengthen local communities for current and future generations. Guided by core values of inclusion, stewardship, endurance, and integrity, TFEC invests in a broad range of community needs through grantmaking, donor-advised funds, nonprofit services, and regional initiatives. Its funding priorities include early childhood education, women and girls’ well-being, arts and culture, community development, health and human services, and other programs that advance equity and long-term community impact. Education Matters – The J.M. Heberlig/B.J. Helterbran Scholarship Fund This scholarship was established by J.M. Heberlig & B.J. Helterbran who both believe that education matters and know that it is becoming more difficult than ever to afford to reach your goals. Together with family, friends, and community, we can all accomplish great things. Jody, a High School Art Teacher, and Beth, who has worked in Recreation and Parks for over 30 years, both came from families who valued and promoted education. They benefited greatly from their support and encouragement which allowed them to expand and explore new opportunities while moving toward their goals. This scholarship is designed to be a hand-up, not a hand-out. This scholarship supports residents of Pennsylvania entering their second, third, or fourth year of a Pennsylvania college or university and are working toward a degree in Art Education or Recreation & Parks. Students are eligible only if they have declared their major and are attending a 4 year academic institution as a full-time student.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Resident of Pennsylvania entering their second, third, or fourth year of a college or university in Pennsylvania. Student must be attending a 4-year academic institution as a full-time student. Students must be working toward a career in Art Education or Recreation & Parks. Students are eligible only if they have declared a major that would lead to such a career. Minimum GPA of 2.8 overall and 3.0 within field of study Extracurricular activities, including employment and/or volunteering Financial need