Hannah Stailey Memorial Scholarship Fund

Hannah Stailey Memorial Scholarship Fund

Funder: Harlan Christian Youth Center, Inc. (Indiana)

Overview: An Indiana 529 scholarship fund established to help further the educational goals of students in Harlan and surrounding communities. Funds support those pursuing college degrees or trade schools.

Award Details

• Award Amount: $1,000 per scholarship (board may increase on case-by-case basis)
• Award Type: One-time, nonrenewable grant
• Number of Awards: Two individuals selected per year
• Payment Method: Direct payment to educational institution
• Second Applications: Individuals may apply for a second scholarship, but first-time applicants receive priority at board discretion

Geographic Scope

• Residents of the greater Harlan area (boundary determined case-by-case by HCYC Board)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:
• Be a resident of the greater Harlan area
• Be a member and/or active attendee of a church (denomination not specified, subject to board discretion)
• Be actively involved in the greater Harlan area Christian Community (leadership, participation in evangelistic/outreach activities, volunteer service in church or Christian organization)
• Be in agreement with the vision and mission of the Harlan Christian Youth Center and have shared Christian values
• Be a committed and motivated student with good academic record and reputation (no specific GPA requirement)
• Be seeking to further education in a field that does not contradict God's word, dishonor Him, or contradict Christian faith/HCYC mission and values
• Complete application including personal profile and resume
• Be willing to meet with board of directors if requested

Funding Restrictions

• Field of study must not contradict or mock God's word, dishonor Him, or contradict the mission and values of the Christian faith or HCYC
• HCYC Board may request disclosure of major, minor, and courses for review (strictly to assess alignment with funding priorities, not to criticize or pressure changes)

Application Timeline

• Deadline: March 15 annually
• Application Period: Beginning of EACS school year

Contact

• Inquiries can be made through the scholarship page