FCF Scholarships (General Scholarship Program)

FCF Scholarships Overview

Geographic Scope: Fayette County, Indiana

Program Status: Active scholarship program awarding for 30+ years

Award Details:

• 51 different scholarships available
• Some scholarships awarded to multiple applicants
• Average award: approximately $2,300
• 2025 total awards: $106,516.42 across 46 scholarships to 33 students

Eligibility Requirements (All Applicants):

• Graduating senior of Connersville High School OR graduating high school senior residing in Fayette County
• 3.0 or higher GPA
• Applied to and been accepted to an accredited university, college, or technical school

Specialized Scholarship Focus Areas:

• Nursing
• Engineering
• Communication majors
• Trades/Vocational
• Education
• Ministry
• Arts
• Agriculture
• Academic achievement (top 10% of class; top 50% of class)

Additional Eligibility Criteria (Varies by Scholarship):

• 4H participation
• Sports participation (golf, swimming, tennis, basketball)
• Specific church affiliations
• Specific community/township residence (zip code)

Funding Source:
Donor-established endowment funds; Foundation serves as administrator

Application Process

1. Review the list of 51 available scholarships on the FCF Scholarships page to identify eligibility
2. Create an account with the Community Force scholarship portal
3. Complete the online application through the portal
4. Select eligible scholarships as part of your application
5. Gather and upload all required supporting documents
6. Submit before the deadline

Timeline:

• Applications Due: March 9th, 11:59 PM (for the following academic year)
• Scholarship Night at CHS: May 6th
• Recipients Group Photo: Late May (TBD)
• Recipient Agreements Due: May 29th, 3:30 PM
• Payments Sent: July

Required Materials:

• Supporting documents as required by each specific scholarship (not fully specified in materials)

Notes:

• Applications may take several days to complete
• Applicants encouraged to start early to allow time for document gathering