Zack Smith O.P.O.T.A./Law Enforcement Scholarship Grant

Zack Smith O.P.O.T.A./Law Enforcement Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation
Last Updated: October 04, 2025

Summary

The Zack Smith O.P.O.T.A./Law Enforcement Scholarship, established in honor of Zack Smith by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, supports aspiring law enforcement students from any Ohio county. Zack, known for his passion for hunting and commitment to helping others, inspires applicants who wish to make a difference in their community. Preference is given to those enrolled in O.P.O.T.A. programs and Muskingum County residents, ensuring that Zack's legacy continues to impact future generations.

Overview

Muskingum County Community Foundation The Mission of the Muskingum County Community Foundation is to improve quality of life in the community by nurturing opportunities and serving needs through collaboration and philanthropy. The Envisioned Future of the Muskingum County Community Foundation is that Muskingum County’s quality of life attracts organizations and people to pursue their dreams and practice their passions. Zack Smith O.P.O.T.A./Law Enforcement Scholarship To know Zack was to love Zack, he was just that person. We were truly blessed to have had him with us for 21 years and 16 days. He made the most out of every one of those days. He created his own legacy and didn't even know he was doing so. Zack loved life, it is that simple. He loved his family, his job, and he loved hunting. Every day, 365 days a year involved something with hunting. From editing film to hanging tree stands to talking hunting or planning the next hunting trip, this was what he loved. Zack was fortunate enough to have his hunting footage appear on Mathew's Dominate Bucks and was on the Pro Staff, he was also the Co-host of Stick and String TV. This was all something he took great pride in and had worked hard to achieve these goals. Zack had other goals that will never be fulfilled; one was to make a difference in the lives of others. This is why he chose Law Enforcement as a career. It is our goal to assist others who have such a great desire for helping others just as Zack did. Be that person who makes a difference, just as Zack would have continued to do. -Mitch, Kim, and Kristofer Smith

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must be a resident of any Ohio county and must be enrolled in an O.P.O.T.A. program or be taking law enforcement classes.