Jespen, Peter W., Scholarships Grant

Jespen, Peter W., Scholarships Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation
Amount: US $2,150
Last Updated: January 19, 2026

Summary

The Jespen, Peter W. Scholarships, managed by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offer two $2,150 scholarships to graduating seniors from Beatrice High School. These scholarships support students pursuing higher education, including vocational training. Recipients are selected based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, character, and financial need, with a FAFSA Student Aid Report required for need-based consideration. The Foundation has provided substantial financial support to local students since its establishment in 1987.

Overview

Overview Beatrice Educational Foundation, a nonprofit corporation, was established in 1987, and one of the first education foundations in the State of Nebraska. The Foundation’s purpose is to provide a permanent source of financial support for the expansion and enrichment of learning opportunities for the Beatrice School District. The 15-member Board of Trustees and selected Beatrice High School students work together to promote academic achievement and civic involvement through encouragement and support in quality school programs and innovative education that propels excellence. The Foundation manages a $3.8 million Endowment Fund and awards over $55,000 each year in scholarships to Beatrice High School graduating seniors. Scholarship Application The intent of the Foundation is to provide funds to deserving students needing assistance to attend a school of higher learning. Jespen, Peter W., Scholarships Two $2,150 scholarships available to seniors graduating from Beatrice High School. Scholarships will be awarded to students who plan to attend any type of higher education including vocational school. Awards are based upon a combined consideration of scholarship, activities, character and need. A copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA is required if the student wishes to have financial need used as one of the considerations. Also available on the web-site: www.beatricepublicschools.org

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Scholarship Application EthicsComplete the scholarship application yourself.Complete the application with a computer.All letters of recommendation should be originals, do not photocopy them and reuse in another application.Two $2,150 scholarships available to seniors graduating from Beatrice High School. Scholarships will be awarded to students who plan to attend any type of higher education including vocational school. Awards are based upon a combined consideration of scholarship, activities, character and need. A copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA is required if the student wishes to have financial need used as one of the considerations.

Ineligibility

Should a recipient receive other scholarship funds in excess of need, the Foundation scholarship will not be forwarded at that time.It will, however, be available for a five-year period should the recipient need these funds at a later date for tuition, room and board, or books.Foundation scholarships are restricted to undergraduate studies.Do not use a pencil or pen and handwrite an application.