Flying Pig Marathon High School Scholarship

Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati area (multi-state region)

Eligible Counties:

• Ohio: Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, Warren
• Kentucky: Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Pendleton
• Indiana: Dearborn, Franklin, Ohio, Switzerland, Union

Award Details:

• Amount: $20,000 scholarships ($5,000/year) for 4 years of college
• Number of Awards: 14+ scholarships annually
• Bonus: All scholarship winners receive a $100 Skyline Chili gift card
• Distribution: Funds awarded directly to bursar office at college/university of recipient's choice

Mission & Focus:

• Inspire passion for health and wellness in Greater Cincinnati youth
• Support education and community service
• Originally started as four $2,500 one-time scholarships, expanded due to support from Bob and Jeanne Coughlin Foundation and Skyline Chili

Eligibility Requirements:

• Grade Level: Must be enrolled as a high school senior
• Athletic Participation: Must be a member of high school Cross Country or Track & Field team
• Academic: Minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA
• Location: Must be enrolled and attend high school in Greater Cincinnati area (specified counties only)

Selection Criteria - Core Values:
Applicants must exemplify:

• Dedication
• Teamwork
• Service to school and community
• Passion for running

Recognition Events:

• Winners announced in April
• Community Scholars Breakfast held in April (2026 event: April 9, 8am-10am at Music Hall's Corbett Tower)
• Scholarship winners honored publicly
• "Spirit of the Flying Pig Award" presented annually

Additional Opportunities:

• Group discounts for Flying Pig Marathon Weekend events for high school athletes
• Special opportunities during Flying Pig Marathon Weekend

Contact Information:

• Email: scholarships@flyingpigmarathon.com
• Phone: (513) 721-7447
• Address: PO Box 6068, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Funder Information:

• Presented by: PIG WORKS INC (Ohio, US)
• Key Supporters: Bob and Jeanne Coughlin Foundation, Skyline Chili
• Additional Donors: Steve & Eleanor Haussler, Gary Mitchell, Peter & Laura Klekamp, Scott & Lori Miller, Kyle Murray, Oxford Financial Group

Application Requirements

Eligibility Checklist:

1. Enrolled as a high school senior
2. Active member of high school Cross Country or Track & Field team
3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
4. Enrolled and attending high school in Greater Cincinnati area (eligible counties only)

Required Application Materials:

1. Recommendation Letter (1 required)
   • Must be from school staff member
   • Acceptable recommenders: teacher, coach, principal, athletic director, or community leader
2. Essay Response
   • Submit via online application link
   • Specific essay prompts/questions provided at application portal

Application Process:

1. Complete application form online at designated link
2. Submit one recommendation letter from eligible school staff member
3. Write and submit essay response through application portal
4. Ensure all materials submitted by deadline

Important Dates:

• Application opens: (annually, typically early in calendar year)
• Application deadline: Typically March 15 (for 2026 cycle)
• Applicant notification: April 1st (all applicants notified of status)
• Award ceremony: Community Scholars Breakfast (typically early April)
• Gift card distribution: At scholarship recognition event

Application Status (2026):
The 2026 Application is currently CLOSED. All applicants have been notified of their status by April 1st.

Notes:

• Application will not be considered if all requirements are not met
• Application is submitted online via web portal
• Recommendation letters submitted as part of application process