How much funding does Eugene F. Hanna Scholarship provide?

Eugene F. Hanna Scholarship provides $2,500 - $3,000 per year in funding.

Eugene F. Hanna Scholarship

BRIDGE BUILDERS COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS

Foundation Annual Grants for Education College Prep Grants

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Funding Amount

$2,500 - $3,000 per year

Deadline

March 6, 2027

331 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Eugene F. Hanna Scholarship

Status: Active

Geographic Scope: Franklin High School graduates, Franklin, PA

Focus Areas: General college education and academic advancement

Eligibility:

Graduating senior from Franklin High School

Plan to continue education at a college or university

Primary recipient: One Franklin High School senior annually

Award Details:

Amount: $2,500 - $3,000 per year

Frequency: Annual

Years Active: Established in 1981; supporting students for over 40 years

Impact: Supported countless Franklin High School graduates since 1981

Establishment & Background:

Established in 1981 through the Will of Eugene F. Hanna

Created to ensure Franklin High School graduates had opportunity to continue their education

Represents a legacy of local philanthropy spanning multiple decades

Reflects donor's vision of educational opportunity and community investment

Purpose:

Provides critical financial support at a pivotal moment—beginning of college journey

Helps students balance independence, academics, and finances

Allows students to focus on studies rather than work extra hours

Creates opportunities that "ripple forward through generations"

What the Fund Values:

Local student support and community investment

Educational achievement and advancement

Student success and independence

Contact:
Bridge Builders Community Foundations
1322 Elk St., Franklin, PA 16323
814-677-8687

How to Apply

Application Process

How to Apply:
1. Create a scholarship account through BBCF's online portal at bbcf.org
2. Complete a single centralized application form
3. The system will identify scholarships you may be eligible for based on your responses
4. Submit application by the deadline

Application Cycle:

Opens: January 19 (annually)

Closes: March 6 (firm deadline)

Required Materials:

Responses to scholarship application questions

May include short answers, essays, or recommendations (varies by scholarship)

Recommendations: Request early from someone familiar with your work or character

Application Tips:

Create account early to review questions and gather materials

Provide clear and honest answers

Authenticity is valued—no need for fully defined career path

Many students qualify for multiple scholarships without realizing it