Jerry Trimbach Scholarship Grant

Jerry Trimbach Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Dayton Foundation
Amount: Up to US $1,000
Last Updated: November 10, 2025

Summary

The Jerry Trimbach Scholarship, established in 2004 by the Trimbach family, supports residents of Montgomery, Miami, Preble, or Greene Counties in Ohio who are attending or planning to attend Sinclair Community College. This scholarship honors Jerry Trimbach's legacy, emphasizing the importance of education in achieving success. The Foundation behind the scholarship, The Dayton Foundation, has a long history of supporting charitable goals and community development in Greater Dayton, promoting equitable opportunities and addressing regional challenges.

Overview

The Dayton Foundation The The Dayton Foundation, established in 1921, is the region’s oldest and largest community foundation serving Greater Dayton, Ohio. It helps individuals, families, and organizations fulfill their charitable goals by managing permanent funds, awarding grants, and offering scholarships. Having awarded over $1.2 billion in grants and managing more than 4,100 funds, the Foundation acts as a significant regional philanthropic partner committed to strengthening the social, economic, and cultural fabric of the community. Mission and Priorities The Foundation’s mission is to help donors and organizations "help others" through philanthropic services, strategic grantmaking, and community leadership. With a vision of creating a vibrant and inclusive Greater Dayton, the Foundation focuses on building capacity for nonprofits, promoting equitable opportunities, and collaborating across sectors to address community challenges. Its priorities include supporting education and workforce development, enhancing health and human services, advancing arts and culture, and responding to urgent regional needs through initiatives like disaster relief and community recovery. Jerry Trimbach Scholarship The Jerry Trimbach Scholarship was established in 2004 by the Trimbach family to assist individuals to further their studies at Sinclair Community College. Jerry Trimbach graduated from Sinclair while parenting four young children. As one of the founding owners of 2-J Supply Company, Mr. Trimbach credited his education for his later success in life. While 2-J Supply has expanded throughout southern Ohio, Jerry's family has grown to nearly 50 members. Both are legacies that would make Jerry very proud.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Be a resident of Montgomery, Miami, Preble, or Greene Counties in Ohio,Be planning to attend or currently attending Sinclair Community College, andDemonstrate financial need.