Samuel Neff Fellowship for International Study Scholarship Application Grant

The Samuel Neff Fellowship for International Study Scholarship supports Crawford County, Ohio high school seniors and graduates pursuing educational experiences abroad. Established by The Community Foundation for Crawford County, it honors Samuel Neff's legacy of global engagement. Preference is given to Bucyrus students demonstrating financial need and those traveling outside Western Europe. This scholarship encourages recipients to share their international experiences, fostering a spirit of community and cultural exchange.

Note: 1) The May 15th deadline  (as indicated above) is for students traveling in the fall of the same year they are applying. 2) The October 31st deadline (indicated above) is for students traveling in the spring or summer of the year after the year they are applying.
The Community Foundation for Crawford County
The Community Foundation for Crawford County is a permanent, tax-exempt, public charitable foundation established to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Crawford County. Started with the help of The Timken Foundation in 1984, it is a vehicle by which individuals, group and corporations may channel contributions to the community.
Samuel Neff and his family, during the hundred years they were associated with the Bucyrus community, were actively involved with the larger world around them. Neff's descendants believe it is appropriate that the recipient is an internationally-minded young man or woman excited about engaging in a significant international experience and be willing to share that experience with others.
This scholarship is intended for any Crawford County, Ohio high school graduating senior or graduate who is pursuing an educational experience outside the United States. Exchange programs set up by other organizations, like Rotary or college semesters abroad, are applicable for this award.