We’re proud to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities for students planning to attend college as undergraduates or enroll in vocational or trade school. These scholarships are made possible by generous donors who have created these endowment funds:

· Adams County Scholarship Fund

· Charles Hugh McGovney Scholarship Fund

· Earl and Helen Johnson Scholarship Fund

· C.E. Smith Family Scholarship Fund

· First State Bank Dan Ferguson Scholarship Fund

· Jan and Andy Davenport Scholarship Fund

· Ellis E. and Virginia Mae Dorton Scholarship Fund

How to Apply

Our scholarship program is administered through a partnership with the Scioto Foundation, and applications are submitted online.

You can access the application directly by clicking the Scholarship Application tab below.

Application Opens: NOVEMBER 2025 (EXACT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED)

Deadline to Apply: FEBRUARY 2026 (EXACT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED)

Important Information Before You Start

  • The Scioto Foundation manages over 190 different funds that support scholarships, each with unique eligibility criteria. A software system helps match your application to the scholarships you qualify for.
  • To ensure the best possible match, you'll be asked to answer a variety of questions—some may not seem directly related, but they’re important for eligibility screening.
  • By completing the full application, you may also be considered for additional scholarships administered by the Scioto Foundation.

What You’ll Need

  • Two letters of recommendation are required. Instructions for these are provided on the application page. A helpful video guide is also available on the website if you need assistance requesting or writing a recommendation.

Need Help?

We’re here to support you! Watch the step-by-step video tutorial on the website for help with completing your application. Contact us with questions:

Ginnie Moore, Scholarship Coordinator

Email: ginnie@thesciotofoundation.org

Phone: 740-354-4612

 

Christy Wilcox, UCAN College Advisor

Email: christy@thesciotofoundation.org

Phone: 740-354-4612

 

Adams County Community Foundation

Phone: 937-544-8659

Email: info@accfo.org

 

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Adams County Community Foundation Scholarship Funds

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