Ottawa County Community Foundation: The John and Olive Cornellisson Scholarship Fund Grant

Ottawa County Community Foundation: The John and Olive Cornellisson Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation
Last Updated: February 18, 2026

Summary

The John and Olive Cornellisson Scholarship Fund, managed by the Greater Salina Community Foundation, supports students graduating from USD 239 or 240 high schools pursuing higher education in agriculture or vocational training. Open to high school seniors, current college students, and non-traditional students, the fund emphasizes financial need over GPA. Previous recipients can apply for renewal, ensuring continued support for those striving to advance their education.

Overview

Greater Salina Community Foundation Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs. The Foundation achieves its mission by: Enabling donors to fulfill their charitable desires Increasing the capacity of nonprofit organizations to fulfill their individual missions Facilitating prudent management and care of funds Promoting community philanthropy through education Providing affiliate services to neighboring communities Meeting needs through grants, scholarships, and pass-through funds Scholarship Program The community foundation offers a wide variety of scholarships for students, provided by the generosity of local donors. Whether you are a high school senior, a current college student, or a non-traditional student we work with donors to help you take the next step in your education. The John and Olive Cornellisson Scholarship Fund For students graduating from a high school in USD 239 or 240 school district attend an accredited college, university or accredited technical school in the field of agriculture or vocational training. Renewals Previous scholarship recipients are eligible to apply for renewal as part of the total applicant pool by meeting the above established criteria.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicant must be in good standing qualifying for graduation from a high school in USD 239 or 240 school district. Applicants must attend an accredited college, university or accredited technical school in the field of agriculture or vocational training. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, which will be used as determining factor in cases of equal merit. Grade Point Average is not to be a contributing factor.