Springfield Foundation Scholarships

Geographic Scope: Clark County, Ohio (primary); some scholarships available to non-Clark County students and residents

Program Status: 2026-2027 cycle CLOSED - No late applications accepted

The Springfield Foundation offers over 150 different scholarship opportunities created by generous donors. Scholarships may be used toward cost of attendance (tuition or any course-related requirements) at accredited U.S. institutions.

Scholarship Categories

The Foundation offers scholarships to three groups:

1. Graduating High School Seniors
2. Current College Students
3. Non-Traditional Students

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility is largely determined by individual donors who establish scholarships. However, general requirements include:

High School Students (Graduating Seniors)

• Are a Clark County, Ohio resident OR enrolled in a Clark County, Ohio high school*
• Are a high school senior with at least one completed grading period of the senior year
• Plan to enroll and complete full-time program (12+ hours per semester) in accredited institution of higher learning or post-secondary program

Current College Students

• Are a graduate of a Clark County high school OR a Clark County, Ohio permanent resident*
• Currently enrolled as full-time college student
• Plan to continue in full-time program (12+ hours per semester) in accredited institution of higher learning or post-secondary program

Non-Traditional Students

• Are a graduate of a Clark County high school OR a Clark County, Ohio permanent resident*
• Have received high school diploma or completed GED
• 25 years old or older AND have never attended college
• Plan to enroll in a program at accredited institution of higher learning or post-secondary program

*Note: Some scholarships are available to non-Clark County students and residents

Applications

The Springfield Foundation has TWO separate applications:

1. 2026 Springfield Foundation Common Scholarship Application - For graduating high school seniors and current college students
2. 2026 Scholarship Application - For non-traditional students only

(Non-traditional student defined as: 25+ years old and has never attended college. If 25+ and currently attending college, use Common Application)

Contact Information

Scholarship Manager: Teresa Brumfield

Address: 333 North Limestone St., Suite 201, Springfield, Ohio 45503

Organization EIN: 31-6030764

Timeline for 2026-2027 Cycle (CLOSED)

• Application Evaluation Begins: Friday, February 20, 2026
• Scholarship Committee Meeting: Week of March 30, 2026
• Recipient Notifications: Week of April 13, 2026
• Checks Mailed to Colleges: Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Scholarship Application Process

Note: The 2026-2027 scholarship cycle has officially CLOSED as of April 3, 2026. No late applications are accepted. The following process applies for future cycles.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the appropriate application based on their status:

1. For Graduating High School Seniors and Current College Students:
   • Complete 2026 Springfield Foundation Common Scholarship Application
2. For Non-Traditional Students:
   • Complete 2026 Scholarship Application
   • Non-traditional student defined as: 25 years old or older and has never attended college
   • If 25+ and currently attending college, use Common Application instead

Application Submission

• Applications submitted online (specific portal not detailed in provided content)
• All required materials must be submitted by application deadline

Contact for Questions

Teresa Brumfield, Scholarship Manager

• Phone: 937-324-8773
• Email: teresa@springfieldfoundation.org

Timeline for Future Cycles

• Application Opens: Early December
• Application Closes: Early February
• Evaluation Period: Mid-February through early March
• Committee Meeting: Late March
• Recipient Notifications: Mid-April
• Acceptance Deadline: Early June
• Funds Distributed: Early July to colleges