Springfield Area Retired Teachers Association Scholarship Grant

Springfield Area Retired Teachers Association Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc.
Amount: US $2,500
Last Updated: October 29, 2025

Summary

The Springfield Area Retired Teachers Association Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, offers a $2,500 scholarship to undergraduate students entering their third or fourth year at Drury University, Evangel University, or Missouri State University. Applicants must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA-SAI, describe their community service involvement, and submit an essay. This scholarship aims to support future educators committed to making a positive impact in their communities.

Overview

Community Foundation of the Ozarks The Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) provides philanthropic leadership to build stronger communities. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our region through resource development, community grantmaking, collaboration and public leadership. We help donors achieve their philanthropic goals through professional management and investment of charitable funds. We work with nonprofit organizations to help them fulfill their missions through fund administration, grantmaking and learning opportunities. We award scholarships to deserving students to help them achieve their educational goals. Scholarship Programs The CFO manages more than 450 private scholarship funds created by individuals, families and companies that want to provide a path to higher education for generations to come. The CFO awards $1.7 million in scholarships each year for college, graduate and technical education. Springfield Area Retired Teachers Association Scholarship One $2,500.00 scholarship Undergraduate student going into third or fourth year at Drury University, Evangel University or Missouri State UniversityDemonstrate financial need; submit FAFSA-SAI Describe participation in community service Essay required

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be majoring in Education GPA of 3.0 or above; submit transcript