Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship Grant

Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation
Last Updated: March 21, 2026

Summary

The Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, provides financial assistance to graduates of Kansas high schools, particularly those from Peabody-Burns, Marion, and Lyon County. The scholarship prioritizes students planning to attend Emporia State University and those pursuing degrees in education, with selection based on financial need and academic potential. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Funding amounts vary based on available resources.

Overview

Note: Use "Search by Sponsoring Organization" - Select all to find grant list About Us Mission The mission of CKCF is Building Stronger Communities Through Charitable Giving. Located in Newton, CKCF is a host foundation to 18 affiliates in the central Kansas region, supporting rural philanthropy. History The CKCF based in Newton, Kansas is thriving as a viable community foundation serving Newton while also being host to numerous affiliate community foundations throughout central Kansas. The Central Kansas Community Foundation was originally founded in 1994. Following a stable history serving a tri-county area the foundation merged in 2009 with the well-established Greater Newton Community Foundation. Today, the CKCF continues to demonstrate a commitment to strengthening communities across the entire Central Kansas region. Keith and Marilyn Harsh Scholarship The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to current and previous graduates of Kansas High Schools with priority given to applicants from Peabody- Burns High School, or Marion County and Lyon County High Schools. However, all Kansas graduates are eligible. The dollar amount given is based on money available.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.