2025-2o26 Local Scholarships

These will be updated for the 2025 -2026 School Year as they become available

General Polo Scholarship Application for Various Local Scholarships

Due Date:  4/2/2026

Award Amounts Vary

PHS Scholarship Application for several area scholarships. Student only needs to fill out the application once to be considered for these local scholarships. Scholarship Application needs to be returned to Mrs. Walker in the Counseling Center to submit to the various local organizations. Scholarships that use the general application include: Polo Athletic Boosters, Polo Alumni, Polo Masonic Lodge, Caldwell Co. Mutual Insurance Company, Polo R V-II Board of Education Memorial, Dalton Shane Rardon Memorial, Jill Rardon Memorial, Beta Sigma Phi - Marilyn Reads Scholarship, Bank Northwest, Erin Zinna Memorial, American Legion Local Post 557, Curp Memorial, CTA  Turn in completed application to Mrs. Walker.

Apply here:

Polo Local Scholarship Application

Polo Athletic Boosters Extra Sheet  ( If you are involved in athletic activities fill this sheet out as well)

Polo Alumni Scholarship Extra Sheet ( if a parent is an alumni of Polo please fill out this page)

Henry Holt Memorial Scholarship

 4/2/2026

Award Amount Varies

The Henry Holt Memorial Scholarship, established in 2021, has been created to honor the memory of Mr. Henry Holt, a long time teacher and friend of the Polo School District. His family wishes to celebrate his life and remember his dedication to his family, friends, school and community with an annual scholarship to a graduating senior.

Recipients of the scholarship will be chosen each year by the members of the Polo Educational Foundation based on various criteria outlined below. The award amounts may vary from year to year and will be paid directly to the higher education institution the recipient(s) chooses to attend.

The guidelines and criteria for selecting the award recipients are as follows:

The recipient must be a graduating senior from Polo High School.

The recipient must plan to pursue a program of study in a STEM related field at an accredited institution of higher learning.

The Polo Educational Foundation will use the Polo General Scholarship Application to choose a recipient. (linked above)

Jill Rardon Memorial Scholarship And Dalton Rardon Memorial Scholarship

4/2/2026

Awards $500

The Jill Rardon Memorial Scholarship recognizes one outstanding senior to honor the memory of Jill, a 12 year language arts teacher, track coach, and 1986 Polo High School graduate. Mrs. Rardon‘s passion for teaching and coaching demonstrated her commitment to the students and their success. She valued her faith, family, community, and school. A $500 scholarship will be awarded in her memory to help further the education of one deserving Polo High School graduate. The Dalton Shane Rardon Memorial Scholarship, established in 2014, has been created to honor the memory of Dalton Rardon, a 2010 graduate of Polo High School. His family wishes to celebrate his life as a student, athlete, teacher, and coach and his passion for his family, friends, school, church, and community, by presenting an annual scholarship to a graduating senior. A $500 scholarship will be awarded in his memory to help further the education of a deserving Polo High School senior.  Scholarship uses the Polo General/Local scholarship app that is linked above.

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship

Due Date 11/12/2025

• The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2024 competition.

• Male and female students compete separately.

• Ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.

Eligibility:

• Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

• Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.

Apply Here: 

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship Link 

NHS Scholarship

Due Date: 11/24/2025

Since 1946, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) has awarded more than $25 million in scholarships to outstanding NHS seniors. This year, we are awarding $2 million in scholarships to 600 students. Each year, scholarship recipients are selected based on their demonstration of the four pillars of NHS: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character. 

Apply Here: 

www.nationalhonorsociety.org/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/ 

JCI Senate Scholarships 2025/2026

Due Date 1/12/2026

The United States Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation will award $1500 or $2000 scholarship grants to graduating high school seniors who will continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university. Scholarships of $1000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who will attend an accredited vocational, technical or trade school program.

The number of grants awarded annually is at the discretion of the Foundation and must be used for educational expenses in the first year of full-time study following high school graduation. Checks awarded will be made out in the name of the recipient and will be paid directly to the educational institution of the recipient’s choice.

Apply Here:  

2025-2026 College Scholarship Application 

2025-2026 Vocational Scholarship Application 

Bayer Fund Grow Ag Leaders Scholarships - FFA 

Due Date: 1/15/2026

Anyone interested in pursuing higher education in agriculture is encouraged to apply for this scholarship opportunity!    YOu can apply online via the FFA.org/scholarships website.  You will need the endorsement of two farmers.  You can learn more by visiting www.fund.bayer.us.

ffa.org/scholarships 

MSF (Missouri State Fair) Youth in Agriculture Scholarship 

Due Date: 1/15/2026

The Missouri State Fair and the Youth in Agriculture Committee are accepting applications for Youth in Agriculture scholarships for Missouri high school seniors graduating in 2026. The application form can be found on the Fair’s website. (Link is found below)

 Applications should be submitted to the Missouri State Fair and must be postmarked by January 16, 2024. Applicants must submit an original copy of their application and three additional copies.

Applicants must be high school seniors, active members of Missouri 4-H or FFA, and have participated at least once as a 4-H or FFA exhibitor at the Missouri State Fair. Selected students must enroll (fall and/or spring semester immediately following graduation from high school) in an accredited community college, college or university.

Apply Here: www.mostatefair.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-2027-YIA-Scholarship-Application.pdf 

Dr. Darrell "Jack" Holley/MUSIC Scholarship (Missouri United School Insurance Council)

Due Date to Mrs. Walker: 01/14/2025

The Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) encourages you to apply for the Dr. Darrell "Jack" Holley/MUSIC Scholarships. The funding of the scholarships is provided by proceeds from the golf tournament and corporate donations. Dr. Darrell “Jack” Holley was MUSIC’s first Executive Director. As a school business official with the Mehlville School District and president of MOASBO, he worked with the Arthur J Gallagher Company and others to create the MUSIC Program in 1985. Jack served as the Executive Director for twelve years developing/enhancing coverages, expanding services and growing the program to include close to 500 school districts, community colleges and educational associations before retiring. Sadly Dr. Holley passed away in 2022, and we are all very proud and honored to continue providing these scholarships in his name. MUSIC members are designated into three enrollment size categories: small, medium and large. Six scholarships (two in each category) of $2,000.00 each (nonrenewable) will be awarded to 2024 graduating seniors of districts that are MUSIC members. 

Our school can CHOOSE ONE application to be submittd for consideration.  Please complete the application essay and turn in no later that January 14th to Mrs. Walker in order for your application to be included in the selection process.  The Polo R-VII School Board will choose our candidate during the January board meeting on January 21st.  

Appy Here: MUSIC Scholarship Applicaiton 

Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers Scholarship

Due Date: 2/11/2026

The Ray Carroll County Grain Growers Scholarshp Fund will grant several scholarships to seniors who are children of Ray-Carroll members or members of Ray-Carroll themselves and who are graduating this year from a high school located in the Ray-Carroll trade territory.

You  must be attending a school or university in Missouri.

Applications are available in the counseling office.  

MFA Foundation Scholarship

Due Date: 2/15/2026

MFA Foundation scholarships are intended to help students pursue studies and develop careers that enhance rural America’s future. These scholarships are offered to high school seniors who are children or grandchildren (including step-children or step-grandchildren) of a member of MFA Agri Services Centers, MFA Oil Company Bulk Plants, or qualified customers of other MFA agencies. 

Apply Here:

MFA Foundation Scholarship Link 

James L and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program

Due Date 2/26/2026

The James L and Nellie M Westlake Scholarship provides renewable, full tuition awards,plus a stipend for books and supplies, to Missouri students who need financial help to pursue thier bachelors degree.  All applicants must be Missouri residents and either a high school senior with a cumlative GPA of 2.5 or higher or a community college student with a GPA of 2.25 or higher.  Community college applicants must be planning to transfer to a 4-year university to complete a bachelors degree.  To learn more and apply please visit the link below.

Apply Here:  scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/westlake/ 

Better Business Bureau of Midwest Plains - 2026 BBB of Integrity Scholarships

Due Date:  02/28/2026

 Award: Five $2,000 scholarships for Missouri high school seniors

 Eligibility: Students with a 3.0+ GPA planning to attend a 4-year college, community college, vocational program or technical certificate program

Criteria: Recognizes students who demonstrate ethical behavior, humility, courage, compassion and respect

Apply Here:  BBB Scholarship 

ScholarLink Scholarships

Due Date: 3/1/2026

Several scholarships can be found through the Community Foundation of NWMO Scholarlink site.  You will need to make a scholarlink account to find scholarships that will be available to students in Caldwell County.  Currently the FDH Scholarship is open to students in Caldwell County.

Apply Here:  Scholarlink 

Missouri Hometown Mutual Insurance Company Scholarship

Due Date: 3/1/2026

Missouri Hometown Mutual Insuarance Company will be awarding a $1000 scholarship to an area graduating senior.  The completed application needs to be returned to the Plattsburg office no later than March 1st.

Apply Here: Mo Hometown Mutual App 

The Grand Lodge of Missouri Masonic Scholarships

Due Date: 3/1/2025

Undergraduate College Masonic Scholarships - Students must have a GPA of at least a 3.0 and ACT of at least 18.  Students must  be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours at an accreddited college or university in the united States following highschool.  

Apply Here: momason.org/scholarships/undergraduate-scholarship-application/ 

Community College Masonic Scholarships - Students must have a GPA of at least a 2.8 and ACT of at least 17. Students  must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours at an accreddited Community college in Missouri follwoing high school. 

Apply Here: momason.org/scholarships/community-college-scholarship-application/ 

You can find more information about both of these scholarships by visiting the Grand Lodge of Missouri website : momason.org/scholarships/ 

MAMIC High School and College Scholarship Opportunities

Due Date:  April 15, 2026

Several $1000 scholarships will be awarded to Missouri students.  Applications will only be accepted using the online link.

Apply Here: Mamic Scholarships  

Missouri Farm and Home Mutual Insurance in Richmond - local scholarship

Due Date:  April 15, 2026

Two $1,000 scholarships are awrded each year to high school students in Missouri with a Mutual connection that shows great need and want to continue their education.   

 Apply Here:  MIssouri Farm and Home Mutaual Insu Scholarship App 

MARE (Missouri Association of Rural Education) Scholarships

Due Date: 3/13/2026

This scholarship program offered by MARE is open to graduating high school seniors of MARE member school districts.  Applicants must have indicated plans to pursue a degree in education.  Only senior students from MARE member school districts are eligible to apply.   Scholarship Awards will be $750.00 per scholarship. Information for this program is available below.   The deadline to apply for this scholarship is Wednesday, March 13, 2026.  Scholarships need to be turned in to Mrs. Walker no later than the deadline in order to be eligible.

Apply Here:  MARE 2026 Scholarship Application 

Andrew Roy Zeikle Memorial Scholarship 

Due Date:  3/13/2026

Awards $500

This local scholarship is awarded by the Zeikle family in honor of Andrew Roy Zeikle, a 2005 Polo High School graduate. Please turn in completed application to Mrs. Walker no later than March 14th.

Apply here:  Zeikle Memorial Scholarship

Kasey Lynn Bolling Memorial Scholarship 

Due Date:  3/13/2026

Awards $250

The Kasey Lyn Bolling Memorial Scholarship, established this (date), is to honor the memory of Kasey, a student of the Class of 2013 and lifelong attendee of Polo High School. Turn completed application to Mrs. Walker no later than March 14th.

Apply here:  The Kasey Lyn Bolling Memorial Scholarship

MOSAIC Life Care Foundation Scholarships

Due Date 3/15/2026

Various scholarships for students planning to enter the healthcare field are avaiable.  Check them out!

Apply Here:  www.mlcfoundation.com/healthytogether/scholarships/ 

The Ronald McElwee Memorial Scholarship

Due Date: 3/27/2026

Graduating seniors pursuing a degree or certification in agriculture or industrial related fields are eligible. ( e.g - diesel mechanic, electrician, plumbing, HVAC, agronomy, Ag business, veterinary sciences, etc).  Application shuld be turned into Mrs. Walker no later than March 22nd.  

Apply Here: RMcElwee Scholarship App 

Scholarship Central Scholarships

Due Date:  4/1/2026

1. The Unbound Potential Scholarship opened January 1 for students who meet the following criteria:

   • Must have a diagnosed neurodivergent condition

   • Must enroll in college, trade school, or certificate program

   • Must live in one of the counties of northwest or northeast Missouri listed below:
     Adair, Andrew, Atchison, Audrain, Boone, Buchanan, Caldwell, Callaway, Carroll, Chariton, Clark, Clinton, Daviess, Dekalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Howard, Knox, Lewis, Linn, Livingston, Macon, Marion, Mercer, Monroe, Montgomery, Nodaway, Pike, Putnam, Ralls, Randolph, Ray, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby, Sullivan, Worth

   • No GPA requirement

   • No essay required

   • Required upload: Documentation of neurodivergent condition

 Scholarship Details

• Award amount: $1,000 per year

 2.  The Show-Me to College Scholarship opens February 1 for 2026 Missouri high school seniors who meet the following criteria:

2. • High school GPA of 3.5 or higher

   • Student Aid Index (SAI) of 12,000 or less from the FAFSA

   • No essay required

   • Required uploads: FAFSA Submission Summary, high school transcript, and list of activities

 Scholarship Details

• Award amount: $2,000 per year

• Renewable for up to four years

• Important: You must apply this year to be eligible; students cannot receive this scholarship in future years if they do not apply as high school senior

Apply Here:  myscholarshipcentral.org/apply/ 

Riding for Our Veterans Leonard Oster Memorial Scholarship

Due Date: 4/1/2026

• Live in one of the eligible counties

• Be the child grandchild or great grandchild of a veteran (step children also eligible) 

• Planning to attend a 4 year college, 2 year college, trade school, or join the military

• 500 word essay - "What is the meaning of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness"

• See application for other details

Apply Here:  Riding for Our Veterans Scholarship Application 

Riding for our Veterans Scholarship Information Page 

Blackwell Family Award Scholarships

Due Date:  4/2/2026

Awards $250

The Blackwell Family Award scholarships were established in 2007 to commemorate the importance of higher education that Arnold B. and Floyd Evelyn Blackwell instilled in their family. Their son, a 1955 graduate and their daughter, a 1957 graduate wish to honor them by financially supporting higher education of graduating seniors from Polo High School. Please fill out Polo General Scholarship application along with the applicable forms at the links below.

Apply here:  Linda Blackwell Scholarships application (females)

Apply here:  Blackwell Family Award Scholarship (males and females)

Tabo Seed, LLC 2026 Scholarship

Due Date: 4/3/2026

Tabo Seed, LLC is offering two scholarships of $500 each to high school seniors for the 2025-2026 school year.  We are a family farm and agriculture business located east of Lexington, Missouri.  

The application period closes on April 3, 2026.

Applicants must be:

• Missouri residents from either Lafayette, Ray, or Saline counties

• Have an agricultural background

• A high school senior enrolling in a college, university or technical training institution

• Enrolled or completed an application for the fall semester of the year in which the scholarship is awarded

All applications must be completed online and have the following support documents uploaded.

• Letter of recommendation from a high school counselor

• Letter of recommendation from a teacher or school administrator

• Letter of personal reference

• Copy of high school transcript

• Notification of acceptance into educational institute or proof of completed application to educational institute

• Short essay of how agriculture has impacted their life

After your application has been completed and required documents uploaded, you will be contacted through the email you provided.  Finalists for this scholarship will be required to complete a personal interview.  

Apply Here:  Tabo Seed Scholarship Application Form

Hedrick Medical Center 2026 Harkness Schoalrship

Due Date: 4/15/2026

Awards $1000

The scholarship aims to support and encourage individuals in the surrounding rural communities who have chosen to become a physician, according to the news release.  

This year, two students will be selected for scholarships totaling up to $1,000 per recipient. Eligible candidates must be high school students accepted to a 6-year medical school or an undergraduate accepted into medical school, a current medical student or resident and have completed 20 hours of community service.

Applicants must be from one of the following counties: Caldwell, Carroll, Chariton, Daviess, Mercer, Grundy, Harrison, Livingston, Linn, Mercer, Putnam, Ray, Saline, and Sullivan. Applicants are required to write a short essay and include two letters of recommendation.

Scholarship applications can be found at saintlukeskc.org/harkness-scholarship. Applications must be received or postmarked by April 15.

For questions, contact Colby Baker, HMC Harkness Liaison, at 660-646-1480 or colbaker1@saintlukeskc.org .

Lloyd  Wallace Foundation Scholarship

Due Date: 4/17/2025

The Lloyd Wallace Foundation is a local charitable organization that provides secondary scholarships to area high school graduates.  You must be attending post secondary education to be eligible for this scholarship opportunity.  You must provide a completed paper copy to Mrs. Walker. ( there is a printer and computer available in the counseling office that you can use )  A completed copy must ALSO be emailed to LLoydWallaceFoundation@gmail.com or mailed to PO Box 37, Braymer, MO 64424.  In the Subject line please indicate what high school you are from.  Also, while not on the form, please indicate how you are funding your college experience.   If you would like Mrs. Walker to email or mail your copy please let me know.

Apply Here:  Lloyd Wallace Scholarship Form 

YQCA (Youth for the Quality Care of Animals) Scholarship Program

Due Date: 2/17/2025

YQCA is excited to announce the 2025 Scholarship Program available to high school seniors and students enrolled in a 2-4 year university or certification program. In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must be a high school senior up to 21 year of age and In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must

• Be a high school senior or a high school graduate up to 21 years of age

• Have an active YQCA certification at the time of application (2025).

• Have had active YQCA certification the previous two years (2023, 2024).

As a high school senior, the essay question regarding your future plans to enter the agriculture industry or commitment to a university will be considered for eligibility. If you are selected, you must provide proof of enrollment to receive the award.

If you are a high school graduate, you must be currently enrolled in a 2-4 year university agriculture program or enrolled in a certification program to meet the scholarship requirements. If selected, scholarship funds will be sent directly to your school.  To Apply: Download the PDF Application and send all required documents to programmanager@yqcaprogram.org and the application should include the subject line: "YQCA Scholarship Application". 

YQCA SCHOLARSHIP APP 

Missouri Bankers Foundation Scholarship

Due Date:  3/7/2025

The Missouri Bankers Foundation established a scholarship program for high school students pursuing a banking related degree program in college. These scholarships help prepare the next generation of Missouri banking leaders. Seven $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to seven high school students for their first semester tuition payment and/or college expenses. One scholarship recipient will be chosen from each of the seven MBA geographical regions. These scholarships are made possible through the John W. Rogers Memorial, the Willis W. Alexander Scholarship Fund and donations by Missouri bankers.

Apply Here:  MO Bankers Foundation Scholarship Application 

I-35 Cattlemens Scholarship

Due Date: 3/28/2025

Attached is the 2025 Scholarship Application for high school seniors in our 5 county area that includes Caldwell, Clay, Clinton, Daviess and DeKalb Counties.  Applications are due back by Friday, March 28. All seniors are eligible to apply, however preference will be given to those who are entering an ag related field, especially those involved in the beef industry.  

Apply Here:  I-35 Cattlemens Scholarship 

Northwest Missouri Association of School Administrators Senior Scholarship 2024

Due Date: 3/17/2025

Recipients must be a graduating senior pursuing a (degree in education preferred) from a NWMASA school district whose superintendent is a member of NWMASA 

OR

Be the son or daugeter of a Superintendent or Asst. Superintendent or Central Office Administrator who is a member of NWMASA and pursuing a post secondary education.

Recipients will be announced and recognized at the NWMSCA meeting on April 11, 2024.  Turn in application to Mrs. Walker.

Apply Here: NWMASA Scholarship Application 

The Ronald McElwee Memorial Scholarship

Due Date: 3/29/2025

Graduating seniors pursuing a degree or certification in agriculture or industrial related fields are eligible. ( e.g - diesel mechanic, electrician, plumbing, HVAC, agronomy, Ag business, veterinary sciences, etc).  Application shuld be turned into Mrs. Walker no later than March 22nd.  

Apply Here: RMcElwee Scholarship App 

Shelter Insurance- Whitney Whitt Agency Scholarship

Due Date: 3/31/2025

The Shelter Insurance Foundation Agents’ Scholarship Program annually awards scholarships to

graduating high school seniors in communities with a Shelter Mutual Insurance Company agent

participating in the program.

Shelter Insurance Agent Whitney Whitt is sponsoring the Shelter Insurance Foundation Agents’ Scholarship Program at Polo High School  in 2025.

The highlights of the program are:

• $1,500 scholarships awarded annually to graduating seniors who attend high schools that are

approved and accredited by that state’s Departments of Education.

• The scholarship will be paid directly to any accredited college, university, or trade school in

which the scholarship recipient has enrolled, by the September following their high school

graduation, to apply toward tuition, fees, books, and on-campus housing charges.

• A local selection committee of three to five people consisting of high school officials and

leaders of the business and/or professional community will consider applicants’ scholastic

achievement, participation and leadership in school and community activities, citizenship,

moral character, educational goals, and financial need.

• Scholarships will be given without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national

origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information or any

other classification protected by federal, state or local law. Children of any Shelter Insurance®

Agent or employee are not eligible recipients of these scholarships.

Apply Here:Whitney Whitt Shelter Scholarship 

Ray County Farm Bureau Scholarship

Due Date: 4/1/2025

Awards $300 (Renewable for 4 years)

Applicants must show academic and leadership abilities and rank in the top 30% of his/her high school graduating class.  Recipients must enroll in a degree program at a trade school or college.  This $300 scholarship is renewable for 4 successive years with a GPA of 2.5 and seeking first degree or certificate.  Parents of the applicant must have had an active membership for the past three years with the Ray County Farm Bureau and reside in Ray County.

Apply Here:  Ray County Farm Bureau Scholarship 

Local Cameron Elks #2615 Scholarships

Due Date: 4/1/2025

The Local Cameron Elks Lodge #2615 is awarding various scholarships to deserving graduates of area high schools who are pursuing a degree or certificate of higher education, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college, university, or a qualified trade school. Parents are encouraged but do not need to be current members for high school seniors to apply.

Apply Here: Cameron Elks 2615 Application 

Northwest Missouri Financial Women Scholarship

Due Date:  4/1/2025

To be eligible for a $500 scholarship, students must be a female pursuing a degree in business or finance, have a 3.0 or higher GPA, and reside in Buchanan, Caldwell, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, or DeKalb counties (please see application for additional qualifying counties). 

Apply Here: NWMO Financial Woomen Scholarship  

Sweeney Family Trade Scholarship

Due Date: 4/1/2025

Applicant must be a citizen of Carroll County, Mo or any county bordering Carroll County.  He/she must be planning to enroll in a post-secondary program at an accredited trade school.  Selection willl be based on sitizenship, career goals,and if necissary, financial need.  

Apply Here: Sweeney Family Trade Scholarship App 

Blackwell Family Award Scholarships

Due Date:  4/4/2025

Awards $250

The Blackwell Family Award scholarships were established in 2007 to commemorate the importance of higher education that Arnold B. and Floyd Evelyn Blackwell instilled in their family. Their son, a 1955 graduate and their daughter, a 1957 graduate wish to honor them by financially supporting higher education of graduating seniors from Polo High School. Please fill out Polo General Scholarship application along with the applicable forms at the links below.

Apply here:  Linda Blackwell Scholarships application (females)

Apply here:  Blackwell Family Award Scholarship (males and females)

Rock Chalk Patrick McBroom Scholarship

Due Date: 4/4/2025

Memorial scholarship in the name of Patrick McBroom

Apply Here: Rock Chalk Patric McBroom Scholarship 

Cameron Regional Medical Center Board of Directors Scholarship

Due Date: 4/4/2025

Graduating seniors in Caldwell, Clinton, Daviess, Dekalb, and Harrison counties are eligible for this renewable scholarship.  You must be entering an acceptable health care field of study on a full-time basis in the fall of of 2025.  Final selecction will be based on the following criteria: A minimum ACT score of 20, high school GPA, goals, school/community involvement, earning/saving efforts, and need.  Scholarship is renewable if you meet the terms. Turn in to Mrs. Walker if you want me to mail for you.

Awards: $1000

Apply Here: Cameron Regional Scholarship Application 

Board Memorial Scholarship

Due Date: 4/8/2025

Awards vary

Please see information using the link below. You will also need to complete the Polo General/local scholarship application at the top of this page (if you have not completed it previously). This scholarship is in memory of those we have lost from our Polo Panther family and extended families. 

Turn in completed essay and application to Mrs. Walker.

Apply Here:  Polo Board Memorial Scholarship 

Lloyd  Wallace Foundation Scholarship

Due Date: 4/18/2025

The Lloyd Wallace Foundation is a local charitable organization that provides secondary scholarships to area high school graduates.  You must be attending post secondary education to be eligible for this scholarship opportunity.  You must provide a completed paper copy to Mrs. Walker.  A completed copy must ALSO be emailed to LLoydWallaceFoundation@gmail.com or mailed to PO Box 37, Braymer, MO 64424.  In the Subject line please indicate what high school you are from.  Also, while not on the form, please indicate how you are funding your college experience.   If you would like Mrs. Walker to email or mail your copy please let me know.

Apply Here:  Lloyd Wallace Scholarship Form 

Norma J "SIS" McDaniel Scholarship

Due Date 4/20/2025

Norma Jean McDaniel (Sis) was born in 1933 and graduated from Jamesport High School in May of 1951.  In 1952, Sis obtained her teaching certificate and worked for the Tri-County R-7 school district.  In 1951, 1952, 1954 and 1955, Sis pitched and won all the games in the Western regional softball tournament and won the most valuable player award.  In 1952, she pitched in the world tournament in Toronto, Canada.  In 1955, she pitched two no-hit games in the same day and won All-American status at the world tournament in Portland, Oregon. The KC Dons went to the national tournament 8 times while Sis was a pitcher.

In 1958, she was inducted into the Wyandotte County Hall of Fame for her participation with the KC Dons softball team.  Sis worked for the Kansas City, Kansas, Parks and Recreation Department as their sports director for 42 years.

CRITERIA:

• Must be a senior in high school and played high school softball senior year

• Ability as an athlete may not be a factor in awarding scholarships

• Attending a Missouri college or university in the fall of 2024 to play softball OR to obtain a

degree in a sports related field

REQUIREMENTS

The five (5) enclosures listed below are to be included. Applicants will NOT be considered

unless ALL attachments are enclosed with the application and POSTMARKED BY APRIL 20th.

1. Recommendation and letter signed by high school coach

2. Recommendation and letter signed by high school counselor

3. Acceptance letter to a Missouri college or university

4. Photo for publication (in softball uniform)

5. Copy of letter of intent to play softball at college or university (unless pursuing a sports

related degree)

5. Essay from the applicant stating her desire for such aid in order to assist the Scholarship

Committee in evaluating the application.

For example, list any jobs held; extra‐curricular activities; goals for the future; impact of softball

etc.

Do not send any materials other than the required items listed above. Send application and

ALL required enclosures POSTMARKED BY NO LATER THAN APRIL 20th of the current high

school graduation year to the following:

William McDaniel

Norma J. “Sis” McDaniel Scholarship Committee

P.O. Box 1202

Raymore, MO 64083

Apply Here: Norma J SIS McDaniel Scholarship App 

2025 - Show Me to College Scholarship (formally call Missouri Access Extra Scholarship)

up to $2000

Due: 4/1/2025

Scholarship opportunity is NOW OPEN and April 1st.  Awards are prioritized first-come, first-served. You  must have have an SAI of $12,000 as determined by the FAFSA and a GPA  (weighted or unweighted) of 3.5 or higher.

Use link below to apply.

The application is available on myscholarshipcentral.org/apply - then click on Apply Now, create an account or sign in if you already have an account, and then search for  Show ME to College Scholarship.

Leadership Northwest Missouri Scholarship

Due Date: 4/1/2024

Leadership Northwest’s mission is to build, strengthen, and inspire leaders in the Northwest region of Missouri. Through funds primarily generated through the annual Music Jam, a Class 2021 project, Leadership Northwest is able to provide scholarships to new, emerging leaders. We hope these young leaders continue to make a positive difference in their community and in Northwest Missouri.  At least one scholarship will be awarded to a graduate from a high school located in Grundy County, which is the host county for the Music Jam. The scholarship is not eligible for renewal. Awards will be sent directly to the institution.

Criteria:

 -Must reside in one of the following 19 counties: Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Caldwell, Carroll, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, - Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Nodaway, Sullivan, and Worth

 - Applicant must be a 2024 graduate of a high school located in one of the 19 counties

 - Applicant must be admitted to a vocational school, community college, 4-year college, or university and enrolled in at least 6 credit hours

 - Applications must be received by April 1 st via email to:  leadershipnorthwestmissouri@gmail.com

 - Award recipients agree to have their name and picture shared publicly

Apply Here: Leadership NW MO Scholarship App