SCHOLARSHIPS

Ohio FCCLA Endowment annually awards ten $500.00 scholarships. Candidates applying may attend a certificated program, technical school, a two-year post- secondary school or a four-year post- secondary school. 

Named Scholarships

Adel Riegel Scholarship – $500

Adel was the FHA and FHA/HERO state supervisor for many years demonstrating tremendous leadership guidance. The scholarship is to be granted to a member majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences Education or a member exhibiting outstanding leadership qualities.

Jay Hershey Memorial Scholarship – $500

Jay was involved with FCCLA for over 25 years and was a founding member of the Ohio FCCLA Endowment.  Selection criteria; a FCCLA member who exemplifies well-rounded involvement with family, school, and community.

Clifford “Poppy” Collins Scholarship -$500

Clifford Collins known as “Poppy”  was a constant presence at local, state, and national FCCLA meetings for many years . Criteria for selection are based upon the member who can exemplify their personal growth through FCCLA.

Lindsey Platfoot Memorial Scholarship -$500 underwritten by Clifford Collins

This scholarship is underwritten by Clifford Collins. Lindsey, a past state and national officer, realized the importance of scholarships for young people. Criteria for selection are based upon the member who demonstrates an exuberance for life and supporting FCCLA.

Paulette Farago Honorary Scholarship – $500

Paulette is a  founding member of the Ohio FCCLA Endowment, a retired Family and Consumer Science teacher and past state advisor to FCCLA. Selection criteria are a student who exhibits leadership and dedication to FCCLA.

Ohio FCCLA State Degree Scholarship – $500

The Ohio FCCLA State Degree Scholarship is awarded to an Ohio FCCLA member that has achieved the Ohio FCCLA State Degree and applies  for the scholarship. The scholarship is based on academics, FCCLA involvement, leadership, career goals, school and community involvement.

Ohio FCCLA Endowment Scholarship – $500

Three scholarships are awarded annually to FCCLA members who are graduating seniors. The scholarship is based on academics, FCCLA involvement, leadership, career goals and school and community involvement.

Ohio Alumni and Associates – $500

The A&A scholarship is awarded to eligible recipients selected from the past two years. The scholarship is based on how active the awardee has remained with FCCLA through supporting the endeavors of Ohio FCCLA chapter members, executive council and overall programming.

Applicants need only submit one form to apply for all available scholarships. The selection committee will determine the appropriate recipients for each scholarship based upon the submitted application and interview.

If you have any questions, please e-mail at: endowment@ohiofccla.org