George and Bonnie Siek Memorial Scholarship Endowment Grant

George and Bonnie Siek Memorial Scholarship Endowment Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc
Last Updated: February 26, 2026

Summary

The George and Bonnie Siek Memorial Scholarship Endowment, managed by the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports graduates from Macon County high schools, particularly from the Town of Highlands, who wish to pursue higher education. Selection criteria include academic performance and extracurricular activities, with a focus on students studying English, Linguistics, or Education. This scholarship may be renewed for up to four years for undergraduates maintaining a 2.8 GPA, honoring the Sieks' commitment to education and community enrichment.

Overview

North Carolina Community Foundation The North Carolina Community Foundation is a statewide philanthropic organization dedicated to inspiring North Carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions to their communities by transforming individual generosity into permanent support for local needs. Founded in 1988 with a particular focus on rural areas, the Foundation stewards charitable endowments that grow over time and distribute funds through grants to nonprofit organizations and scholarships for students across North Carolina. Its mission centers on harnessing philanthropy to strengthen communities throughout the state, while its vision emphasizes supporting vibrant, resilient communities where resources are available to meet evolving needs. The Foundation’s funding priorities include community grantmaking through a network of affiliate foundations and giving circles that support human services, education, youth development, health, food and nutrition, and the arts; disaster relief and resilience funding for communities affected by emergencies; and administering hundreds of scholarship opportunities that help students pursue higher education regardless of background or county of residence. By partnering with donors, fundholders, and community stakeholders, NCCF works to address local challenges, build philanthropic legacies, and ensure long-term impact across North Carolina’s diverse regions. George and Bonnie Siek Memorial Scholarship Endowment The George and Bonnie Siek Scholarship supports graduates of Macon County high schools, with preference given to students from the Town of Highlands, who plan to attend an accredited college or university at the undergraduate or graduate level. Selection is based on academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and the quality of the applicant’s essay; financial need may be considered but is not required. Special consideration is given to students pursuing degrees in English, Linguistics, or Education. Awards may be renewable for up to four years for undergraduate students who maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA, or up to five years for graduate students who maintain a minimum 3.8 GPA. Established from the endowment of George and Bonnie Siek, the scholarship honors their belief in the transformative power of education and their lifelong commitment to supporting learning and community enrichment.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduates of Macon County high schools, with a preference for those from the Town of Highlands, who will attend an accredited college or university at the undergraduate or graduate level. Students will be selected based upon academics, extracurricular activities and essay. Financial need is considered but not required. Special consideration will be given to those students pursuing a degree in English, Linguistics or Education.