Friends of Pioneer Scholarship Grant

The Friends of Pioneer Scholarship, established by Pioneer sales representatives, supports high school graduates and seniors in the LPH Territory who have a parent in agriculture. Eligible applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate community involvement. This initiative, managed by the Community Foundation Alliance, aims to empower local students pursuing higher education through financial assistance and recognition of their achievements in academics and community service.

The Spencer County Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Community Foundation Alliance, a network of nine community foundations serving counties in southwestern Indiana.
Community Scholarship Program
Many of our donors have honored their loved ones, communities, high schools, colleges, or professions by endowing scholarship opportunities through the Community Foundation. We administer separate scholarship funds established by individuals, families, corporations, and organizations to assist local students in pursuit of advanced education. Together, these scholarships make up our Community Scholarship Program.
Annual scholarship established by Pioneer sales representatives in the LPH Territory to support the educational endeavors of high school graduates and graduating seniors who have a parent employed in the agriculture industry.
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s level of involvement in school and community activities and the required essay.

Eligibility

High school graduates or graduating seniors who are residents of counties served by LPH Territory (Dubois, Perry, Pike, Spencer, Warrick) Sales Representatives.  Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and have at least one parent employed in the agriculture industry (e.g. farming, veterinary, agri-business, livestock production, 4-H staff, crop and soil science, etc.).  Applicants must be active in the community, be involved in civic endeavors and school activities, and be available for an interview with the scholarship committee if selected as a finalist.