Somerset County Endowments
A.H. Chatfield, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
A.H. Chatfield, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship awarded to a Beltie Youth Group member, a Belted Galloway member, or a child or grandchild of a Belted Galloway member furthering studies in agriculture or animal husbandry.
Alan L. and Lana J. Miller Family Fund
Alan L. and Lana J. Miller Family Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an endowment that will benefit grantmaking in Somerset County. Created as part of the 100 Families Project.
Amateur Athletes Training Fund
Amateur Athletes Training Fund The intent of this fund is to provide support for the training efforts of national and world class athletes in the Alleghenies.
Berlin Backpack Program Fund
Berlin Backpack Program Fund This fund provides support for the operation of a weekend backpack program for students in the Berlin-Brothersvalley School District.
Berlin Brothersvalley School District Foundation Fund
Berlin Brothersvalley School District Foundation Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that enhances the Berlin Brothersvalley School District, including supporting the Berlin Brothersvalley School District Foundation Scholarship program. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Betsy Neilan Sullivan Award Fund
Betsy Neilan Sullivan Award Fund The purpose of this fund is to provide a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior at Somerset Area School District who displays a zest for life, commitment to community, good academics, and an appreciation of knowledge. The winner is chosen by a faculty committee.
Beulah Harvey Memorial Scholarship Fund
Beulah Harvey Memorial Scholarship Fund Created in memory of Beulah Harvey, a long-time Sunday School teacher who appreciated those willing to teach others, the purpose of the fund shall be to help fund the education of one who attends the Meyersdale Church of the Brethren or is approved by the scholarship committee, and is enrolled in the pursuit of a degree in education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Birthright of Somerset Fund
Birthright of Somerset Fund This fund supports any endeavor to advance the mission of Birthright of Somerset, Pennsylvania in the organization’s support of mothers and their babies.
Bobby L. Miller Memorial Athlete Award Fund
Bobby L. Miller Memorial Athlete Award Fund The intent of this fund is to make awards to selected senior athletes of the Berlin Brothersvalley High School who meet the criteria and qualifications as determined by the Miller Award Fund Committee.
Boys and Girls Club of Somerset County Fund
Boys & Girls Club of Somerset County Fund The intent of this fund is to support the programs, members, and future of the Boys and Girls Club of Somerset County.
Bryan J. and Catherine Ann Lohr Fund
Bryan J. and Catherine Ann Lohr Fund The intent of this fund is to support the needs of children, animals, and community.
Camp Allegheny Fund
Camp Allegheny Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an endowment, which will benefit Camp Allegheny Facilities and Programs.
Camp Cadet of Somerset County Fund
Camp Cadet of Somerset County Fund The purpose of the Fund shall be to support any endeavor that benefits Camp Cadet of Somerset County.
Camp Cadet of Somerset County William “Bob” Bastian Memorial Scholarship Fund
Camp Cadet of Somerset County William "Bob" Bastian Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for two $1,000 scholarships for graduating Somerset County seniors pursuing post-secondary education and who are graduates of Camp Cadet of Somerset County. For more information on this scholarship, contact your guidance counselor or Camp Cadet of Somerset County.
Camp PARC Forever Friends Fund
Camp PARC Forever Friends Fund The intent of this fund is to support the effort of the Donors for special projects at the discretion of the Camp PARC Board of Trustees.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship.
Care Project Fund
Care Project Fund This fund provides items of physical comfort and spiritual support to individuals undergoing medical treatment for cancer or other life-threatening conditions.
Cecil and Rose Sipe Memorial Fund
Cecil and Rose Sipe Memorial Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an endowment to benefit Laurel View Village Endowment. Created as part of the 100 Families Project.
Charles Crain Memorial Resident Director Fund
Charles Crain Memorial Resident Director Fund The intent of this fund is to support the position of Resident Director at the Mountain Playhouse.
Christopher (Bub) Ream Memorial Scholarship
Christopher "Bub" Ream Memorial Scholarship Provides two annual scholarships for Somerset Area High School senior football players and also provides for other areas of community support. Eligible students should intend to pursue a higher level of education (2- or 4-year college degree program or trade school.) One award will be for that football player who best exemplifies the character and kindness of Christopher on and off the field. This includes respect for coaches and teammates, as well as the opposing team players. The second award will be for that football player who, while being a kind and caring person, will be recommended by English/Literature faculty members. While Christopher loved football, his love of reading was what was unknown to many. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Clifford Maust Scholarship Award
Clifford Maust Scholarship Award The intent of this fund is This award is voted on by the Salisbury-Elk Lick School Fund Committee. It is awarded to a graduating senior who has a GPA of 3.2 or higher. The recipient must be accepted into a post-secondary program. Candidates for the scholarship must write a short, one-page, essay describing how they demonstrated leadership and write a short, one-page, essay describing what they have done to improve the community. The committee will take the candidates’ financial need into consideration. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Conemaugh Township Area School District Fund
Conemaugh Township Area School District Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that benefits the Conemaugh Township Area School District.
Conemaugh Township Class of 1945 Arrowhead Award Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Township Class of 1945 Arrowhead Award Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to award a $50 scholarship each year to a student at Conemaugh Township High School. The current graduating class shall choose the recipient, who should be an all-around good student; not necessarily outstanding. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Conemaugh Township Elementary Backpack Project Fund
Conemaugh Township Elementary Backpack Project Fund This fund supports the Conemaugh Township Elementary Backpack Project.
Conemaugh Township Golf Fund
Conemaugh Township Golf Fund This fund supports the efforts and activities of the Conemaugh Township Area School District Golf program.
Conemaugh Township Soccer Booster Club Fund
Conemaugh Township Soccer Booster Club Fund This fund supports the activities of the Conemaugh Township High School soccer program.
Conemaugh Township Stampede Fund
Conemaugh Township Stampede Fund This fund supports the efforts and activities of the Conemaugh Township Stampede, an annual 5K road race, the proceeds of which benefit the Conemaugh Township High School Track and Field program.
Conemaugh Township Track and Field Booster Club Fund
Conemaugh Township Track and Field Booster Club Fund This fund supports the efforts and activities of the Conemaugh Township High School Track and Field program.
Croner Educational Fund
Croner Educational Fund This fund provides scholarship support for members of Trinity United Church of Christ in Berlin, Pa. First priority will be given to church members who are students for the Christian ministry. Second priority will be given to church members who are college students and who have financial need. Applicants must have been a church member for at least two years to be eligible to apply. All scholarship distributions will follow guidelines as provided by the Fund Representative(s). The Fund Representative(s) may also elect to make grant distributions directly to Trinity United Church of Christ.
Cyndi’s Hope Fund, In Memory of Cyndi Frankel
Cyndi’s Hope Fund, In Memory of Cyndi Frankel The intent of this fund is to provide support for cancer patients and promote wellness education for the residents of Somerset County. It was opened by Dr. Harvey Frankel and the Hope Fund Committee.
Daniel L. Sterner Scholarship Fund
Daniel L. Sterner Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a minimum $1,000.00 annual scholarship for a senior at Berlin-Brothersvalley High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
David J. Rizzo Scholarship Fund
David J. Rizzo Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an annual scholarship award to students graduating from Windber Area High School pursuing a post-secondary education who have shown achievement in academics, athletics or extracurricular activity. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
David Sharp Yul Memorial Award Fund
David Sharp Yul Memorial Award Fund Awards a $500 scholarship to a Somerset Area High School graduating senior female athlete entering post-secondary school. Although there are no requirements, preference will be given to a basketball athlete with financial need as a consideration. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Dennis and Gretta Afton Scholarship Fund
Dennis & Gretta Afton Scholarship Fund Awards a $500 scholarship to a Somerset Area High School graduating senior who is planning to attend Allegany College of Maryland. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Doctor Rosemarie K Tipton Memorial Scholarship Fund
Dr. Rosemarie K. Tipton Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for a graduating senior of the Shanksville-Stonycreek School District who shows perseverance and dedication, exhibits a strong work ethic, challenges their limits to perform beyond their abilities and lift their skills to new levels and demonstrates good moral character. The student must be accepted at an accredited post-secondary school.
Doug Harnden Memorial Scholarship Fund
Doug Harnden Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an annual scholarship of at least $500 to a graduating senior from Somerset High School who participated in the Little Eagle Football program (or the Somerset Little League, if there is not a former Little Eagle Football participant). Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Doyle E. Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund
Doyle E. Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for a graduating senior of a Somerset County School District pursuing post-secondary education in the field of agriculture, agribusiness or technical education related to the field of agriculture.
Dr. Vito E. Mantini Scholarship Fund
Dr. Vito E. Mantini Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an endowment that will grant a $1,000.00 scholarship to a student graduating from Conemaugh Township Area High School and planning to enter a health or health related field, established in 2007 in memory of Dr. Vito E. Mantini. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Earl and Jeanne Berkey Fund
Earl and Jeanne Berkey Fund The intent of this fund is to support arts organizations in Somerset and Bedford counties.
Ed Denner Writing Award Fund
The Ed Denner Writing Award Fund This fund supports excellence in writing and composition at North Star Middle and High Schools. Annually, a $100 Writer's Award will be presented to a student from each of these schools who demonstrates excellence in writing and composition. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on these awards.
Eric W. Shaffer Memorial Award Fund
Eric W. Shaffer Memorial Award Fund Awards a $500 scholarship annually to a Somerset Area High School graduating senior. Applicant must be entering a post-secondary program and have overcome an adversity or obstacle. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Ernest J. Mantini and Rocco M. Mantini Scholarship Fund
To provide scholarship support for a student to attend an accredited post-secondary two or four year institution of higher learning. Priority is given to students attending trade or associate level career training programs. If such a student is not identified, students attending a traditional four year program may be selected.
Ernie Blough Memorial Fund
Ernie Blough Memorial Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarship(s) and/or when special funding needs arise for local nonprofits. This fund is in memory of Ernie Blough, a brick/stone mason who was devoted to his profession and loved sports.
FPL Energy Meyersdale Wind Power Fund
FPL Energy Meyersdale Wind Power Fund The intent of this fund is to support worthy projects in Meyersdale area as determined by a local advisory committee.
Francis and Elizabeth Neilan Memorial Award Fund
Francis & Elizabeth Neilan Memorial Award Fund This fund provides a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior at Somerset Area School District who displays a zest for life, commitment to community, good academics, and an appreciation of knowledge. The winner is chosen by a faculty committee.Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Frank and Assunta Yocca Family Endowment Fund
Frank and Assunta Yocca Family Endowment Fund The intent of this fund is for purchasing and maintaining food service equipment, founded by their descendents to provide ongoing support to St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church in Windber, PA.
Frank and Bernice Lucente Community Service Scholarship Fund
Frank and Bernice Lucente Community Service Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a four-year scholarship to the college of choice of a Meyersdale Area High School graduate. The student must document the type of community service activity he or she has participated in and have that participation verified, listing the name of the organization and the service rendered. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Frank E Roman Memorial Scholarship Fund
Frank E. Roman Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for graduating seniors from Shade-Central City School District interested in advancing their education in the area of trades or environmental studies. Priority will be given to students pursuing vocational programs offering skills training certification, two-year degree or four-year degree programs, through accredited post-secondary educational institutions. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Fred and Nancy Shaffer Scholarship Fund, in Memory of Mark A. Shaffer
Fred and Nancy Shaffer Scholarship Fund, in Memory of Mark A. Shaffer The intent of this fund is to provide two scholarships per year to Somerset Area High School students, with priority given to those interested in pursuing pharmacy degrees and engineering degrees and demonstrating financial need. Created as part of the 100 Families Project.
Friends for Life: Damian Fain and Todd Parker Scholarship Fund
Friends for Life: Damian Fain & Todd Parker Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is For Somerset Area High School track and baseball athletes who intend to continue their education at the college or university level.
George and Eve Cook Charitable Gift Annuity Fund
George and Eve Cook Charitable Gift Annuity Fund The intent of this fund is for scholarships to Somerset County students attending the Allegany College of Maryland – Somerset County Campus.
George Lichty Memorial Award Fund
George Lichty Memorial Award Fund This fund provides one $500 scholarship annually to a Somerset Area High School graduating senior. Applicant may be entering any form of post-secondary education and must have a family income of no more than $60,000 per year. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
George Parke and Helen Craighead Parke Memorial Fund
George Parke & Helen Craighead Parke Memorial Fund This fund awards one $700 scholarship annually to a Somerset Area high School graduating senior whose family has residence or property ownership within the Somerset Area School District. Preference will be given to someone planning to study the arts or business. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Gristmill Fund
Gristmill Fund The intent of this fund is to support the maintenance and improvement of the 1805 Gristmill Theatre.
H.R. and Helen Konhaus Scholarship Fund
H.R. and Helen Konhaus Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship for a graduating senior of Meyersdale Area High School who has a demonstrated financial need and a career interest in any health related field. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Hauger-Zeigler Memorial Fund
Hauger-Zeigler Memorial Fund The intent of this fund is to support numerous tax exempt nonprofits, community and/or religious organizations in the Somerset and Cambria County areas, as well as national relief organizations.
HC (Joe) Harned Scholarship Fund
HC (Joe) Harned Scholarship Fund To provide continuing scholarships through the Turkeyfoot Valley Historical Society, the United Community Church of God in Ursina, and Kingwood Church of God in Markleton for post-secondary education at accredited institutions.
Hit The Dusty Trail: Send Cancer Packing Fund, In Memory of Gary Fulton
Hit The Dusty Trail: Send Cancer Packing Fund, In Memory of Gary Fulton The intent of this fund is to support regional cancer research, hospices, and the needs of cancer patients and their families.
Hyatt Walker Fleegle Memorial Trust Fund, Hyatt’s Angels
Hyatt Walker Fleegle Memorial Trust Fund, Hyatt’s Angels The intent of this fund is will help to support families in the loss of a child, established in memory of Hyatt Walker Fleegle by his parents.
Ida Mae (Maggs) Ellis Scholarship
To provide a $1,000 cash scholarship, to a deserving female student graduating from Conemaugh Township High School. She must meet the following criteria: be the "first generation" in her family to be entering a post-secondary college or trade school, and is not receiving any other scholarships. Character and general citizenship will also be given consideration in this selection.
iPACT Fund
iPACT Fund The iPACT Fund's purpose is to support patient recovery through the use of technology.
Italian Abruzzi Cultural Heritage Fund
Italian Abruzzi Cultural Heritage Fund The intent of this fund is a donor advised fund.
Jack E. Tipton Memorial Graduation Award Fund
Jack E. Tipton Memorial Graduation Award Fund Provides a $1,000.00 graduation award to a graduating senior at Rockwood Area High School. Selection shall be determined by the school district’s choosing and the following shall be considered when selecting a winner: grades, SAT scores, commitment to academic and vocational achievement with an emphasis on community involvement, personal achievement, and moral character. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
James B. Stoughton and Louise Stoughton Maust Producers Fund
James B. Stoughton and Louise Stoughton Maust Producers Fund The intent of this fund is to help ensure that ticket prices at the Mountain Playhouse will remain affordable to patrons of all economic levels.
James F. Beener Memorial
James F. Beener Memorial This partnership fund supports the mission and programs of the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra and the Somerset County Library and advances Autism Awareness as directed by the fund administrator.
Jane and Albert Francis Fund
Jane and Albert Francis Fund The intent of this fund is to provide support to the less fortunate and the education and enhancement of the artists in Somerset County.
Jeff Maurer Memorial Award Fund
Jeff Maurer Memorial Award Fund The purpose of this fund is to recognize individuals in Somerset County who make a difference in their school or hometown. Award winners may be high school students, who will receive scholarships to be used in their post-secondary education, or adults, who will be able to direct the award to a nonprofit organization of their choice.
Jeffrey L. Heiple Memorial Scholarship Fund
To provide a $500 scholarship to a deserving male senior athlete from the Somerset Area School district, who is entering post-secondary education. This student must have participated in Somerset high school football or basketball. The recipient will be selected by the Jeffrey L. Heiple Memorial Scholarship committee, and will be based on: need, character and general citizenship, and attendance of an accredited post-secondary program of their choosing. Special consideration will be given if the athlete participated in the "Little Eagle Football" program, but is not required.
Jennerstown Recreation Committee Fund
Jennerstown Recreation Committee Fund To support the effort to create improved recreational opportunities for the residents of Jennerstown by rehabilitating and repairing park facilities located on borough property.
JL Martin Scholarship Fund
JL Martin Scholarship Fund This fund supports a graduating senior of a Somerset County school district who plans to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution, who has financial need, and who will likely succeed in his or her pursuit of post-secondary education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
John (Jack) Lochrie Memorial Scholarship Fund
John (Jack) Lochrie Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund was created to honor John Lochrie, a former educator at Windber Area High School. It will award scholarships to senior students at Windber who have been accepted to and will be attending Saint Vincent College in Latrobe.
John A. Fiesta Family Fund
John A. Fiesta Family Fund The intent of this fund is is a donor advised fund.
Jonathan Y Shirley Jr Scholarship Fund
Jonathan Y. Shirley, Jr. Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for two graduating seniors of the Shanksville-Stonycreek School District who demonstrate hard work, perseverance and the desire to achieve. The two (2) $ 1,000.00 scholarships may be applied to study at a two or four-year accredited technical school or college, however, the students must demonstrate financial need.
Joseph (Jack) Walker Award Scholarship Fund
Joseph "Jack" Walker Award Scholarship Fund A scholarship to a graduating senior at Salisbury-Elk Lick High School that has been accepted into a post-secondary education program. The criteria for this scholarship are a GPA of 3.0 or higher, during their 4 years of high school. The recipient must be accepted into a post-secondary program. The candidate needs to have volunteered to do community service and present a one page recommendation letter from a person who supervised their community service. Also, the candidate must provide a recommendation letter from an adult, who is not a relative that will attest to the student’s good moral character, strong positive attitude, and the respect they show for their life and the life of others. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Judy R. Drenning Scholarship Fund
Judy R. Drenning Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to students within the North Star School District that have been involved in the Learning Support Program. The scholarship may be for additional education or vocational training, and the recipient must have attended the district for at least 65% of the mandated 12 years of education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Julie Luteri Memorial Scholarship Fund
To provide annual support to a graduating senior from Somerset High School, who attends Somerset County Technology Center and is enrolled in the culinary arts or health program. This scholarship is intended to memorialize Julie Luteri who was a former SCTC student and active athletic and community supporter of Somerset High School.
Junah Nelson Krupper Fund for Congenital Heart Disease Awareness
Junah Nelson Krupper Fund for Congenital Heart Disease Awareness The intent of this fund is donor advised fund with a focus on congenital heart disease awareness.
Karen Marteeny Memorial Fund
Karen Marteeny Memorial Fund This fund awards one $100 scholarship annually to a Somerset Area High School graduating senior entering a post-secondary school. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Kenneth and Mary Frances Lohr Memorial Scholarship Fund
Kenneth & Mary Frances Lohr Memorial Scholarship Fund Awards a $400 scholarship annually to a Somerset Area High School senior entering a post-secondary program leading to a career in a health-related field. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Laurel View Village Fund
Laurel View Village Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for expansion of services and provide benefits to residents of the Laurel View Village retirement community, owned and operated by the Allegheny Christian Ministries.
Leah Guarino Memorial Scholarship Fund
Leah Guarino Memorial Scholarship Fund This scholarship is awarded to a female senior at Windber Area High School who is pursuing a post-secondary education. In selecting a student, consideration should be given to a female student most impaired or having overcome a most personal adversity. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Leona Marian Scholarship Fund
Leona Marian Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Conemaugh Township Area High School valedictorians.
Lester D. and Grace E. Kemerer Scholarship Fund
Lester D. and Grace E. Kemerer Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a graduating senior from Salisbury-Elk Lick High School who has been accepted to and will be attending an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Fund may also distribute to worthwhile nonprofit organizations. Eligible applicants must have a GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale their junior and senior years. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
LKG (Love, Kindness, and Goodness) Fund
LKG (Love, Kindness, and Goodness) Fund The purpose of the Fund shall be to support the effort of the Donors stop bullying and promote family ideals for raising children and staying together.
Louise S. Atwell Memorial Music Scholarship Fund
Louise S. Atwell Memorial Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a variety of scholarships for music or music education majors, annually, to a senior at Meyersdale Area High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Lucas Popernack Memorial Scholarship Fund
Lucas Popernack Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for graduating seniors from Somerset Area High School who best reflect the amazing personality traits that made Lucas the unique person and citizen that he was. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
M Ray Leckemby Memorial Scholarship Fund
M. Ray Leckemby Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund providea scholarship support in the amount of $2,000.00 annually for one male and one female graduating senior at Meyersdale Area School District ($1,000 per student). The deserving recipients are to be continuing their education by any post-secondary means and will be chosen by the Meyersdale Area Scholarship Committee. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Martha P. Coleman Music Scholarship Fund
Martha P. Coleman Music Scholarship Fund This fund is to provide scholarships annually to graduating seniors from Somerset Area High School who has an affinity toward music and is furthering their education. Martha, better known as “Marty”, had a passion toward music and played the organ at Saint Francis in the Fields Church. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Mary A. DeArmitt Scholarship Endowment for Shade-Central City H.S. Fund
Mary A. DeArmitt Scholarship Endowment for Shade-Central City H.S. Fund The purpose of the Fund shall be to provide a scholarship for a graduating senior of Shade H.S. from Shade Township or Central City Boro. who will be attending college with a declared major in education (preferable elementary or primary education).
Mary Louise McClemens Memorial Award Fund
Mary Louise McClemens Memorial Award Fund One $1,000 award will be granted annually to a Somerset Area High School graduating senior who is a member of the Forensics Team or Student Congress or has in some other manner demonstrated exceptional skill in oral communication, and who plans to enter post-secondary school. Financial need is also a consideration. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Mary Neilan Stansfield Fund
Mary Neilan Stansfield Fund The purpose of this fund is to support educational excellence and innovative teaching at the Somerset Area Senior High School.
Mary Samole Mawyer Scholarship Fund
Mary Samole Mawyer Scholarship Fund This fund was created to provide scholarships for graduating students of the Conemaugh Township Area High School who have been accepted into an accredited two or four year college and who demonstrate financial need. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
McKenzie-Raupach Scholarship Fund
McKenzie-Raupach Scholarship Fund Provides scholarships for seniors from Berlin-Brothersvalley High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Melissa O’Kinsky Scholarship Fund
Melissa O'Kinsky Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to assist students from Somerset Area High School enrolled in the School of Education at Slippery Rock University. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Meyersdale Area Education Association Staff Memorial Scholarship Fund
Meyersdale Area Education Association Staff Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to benefit graduates that will continue their education in a college, university or technical school. This scholarship is in memory of all staff members who gave their time and talent to educate the children of the Meyersdale Area School District. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Meyersdale Area Rompin Raiders Fund
Meyersdale Area Rompin' Raiders Fund The purpose of this fund is to support the Meyersdale Area Rompin Raiders program to engage elementary students in after school physical education and healthy living activites.
Meyersdale Area School District Awards Fund
Meyersdale Area School District Awards Fund This fund was created to support annual scholarships for graduating seniors at Meyersdale School District.
Meyersdale Area School District Fund
Meyersdale Area School District Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that enhances the Meyersdale School District.
Meyersdale Church of the Brethren Kids’ Klub Scholarship Fund
Meyersdale Church of the Brethren Kids’ Klub Scholarship Fund This fund is to provide two (2) $500 scholarships annually for past participants of the Meyersdale Church of the Brethren Kids’ Klub who will be graduating and pursuing post-secondary education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Meyersdale Elementary School Educational Boosters Fund
Meyersdale Elementary School Educational Boosters Fund This fund supports endeavors that enhance the Meyersdale Elementary School educational activities.
Meyersdale Lion’s Club Flag Fund
Meyersdale Lion’s Club Flag Fund The intent of this fund is to provide funds on an ongoing basis for the purchase and maintenance of an American Flag on the monument square flag pole located adjacent to the Dough Boy Monument in Meyersdale, PA.
Meyersdale Merit Scholarship Trust Fund
Meyersdale Merit Scholarship Trust Fund The intent of this fund is to award annual scholarship(s) to a Meyersdale Area High School Senior demonstrating academic potential, ability, and the intention to further pursue his or her education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Michael P. Baer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Michael P. Baer Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is a $250.00 senior award annually upon graduation from the Meyersdale Area High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Mina and Barney Lucas Fund
Mina and Barney Lucas Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholerships to fund the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program.
Mount Davis Gravel Grinder Fund
Mt. Davis Gravel Grinder Fund This fund supports volunteer fire departments in Somerset County through a bicycle road race event.
Music Makes Us Stronger Fund
Music Makes Us Stronger Fund This fund supports individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, with preference given to the following groups, respectively: 1) a student who attends a school within the Conemaugh Township Area School District or an employee of the Conemaugh Township School District, 2) a Conemaugh Township resident, 3) an alumnus of the Conemaugh Township Area High School music program or a child of a Conemaugh Township Area High School music program alumnus, 4) a student involved in a music program in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6 (Bedford, Blair, Cambria and Somerset counties). If you meet any of these eligibility requirements or know someone who does, visit this link to apply online for support.
North Star Music Makers Fund
North Star Music Makers Fund This fund supports the promotion, performance, and enjoyment of music by the youth and adults of the North Star School District.
North Star School District Foundation Fund
North Star School District Foundation Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that enhances the North Star School District students, faculty and programs.
Nunzio S. and Flora D. Yocca Scholarship Fund
Nunzio S. and Flora D. Yocca Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for graduating students from Windber Area High School majoring in education, founded by their daughters and sons-in-law, Michael and Elizabeth Day and Joseph and Susan Rupe. Preference will be given, but not limited to, a senior with an interest in teaching industrial arts or business education. An avid interest in a life-long effort in educating others will be the overriding parameter no matter what the educational subject of interest. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Olivia Van Deusen Memorial Scholarship Fund
Olivia Van Deusen Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund was set up to provide four (4) $500.00 scholarships for graduating seniors from Somerset Area High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Patriot Park Foundation Fund
Patriot Park Foundation Fund A fund to support any endeavor that enhances and supports the development and maintenance of Patriot Park.
Penn’s Woods Youth Shooting Sports Foundation
Penn's Woods Youth Shooting Sports Foundation This fund supports the education, development, and preservation of youth shooting sports in Somerset County.
Pine Grill Open FBO Somerset Volunteer Fire Department Fund
Pine Grill Open FBO Somerset Volunteer Fire Department Fund The purpose of the fund shall be to benefit the Somerset Volunteer Fire Department.
Pine Grill Open Scholarship Fund
Pine Grill Open Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a golf scholarship to a deserving senior from Somerset High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Polish Falcons Nest #97 Scholarship Fund
Polish Falcons Nest #97 Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors of Windber High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Potter’s Players Fund
Potter's Players Fund The purpose of the fund is to provide youth in Somerset County and the surrounding region the opportunity to experience the performing arts, specifically musical theater, to strengthen their confidence and faith, create a sense of community support and develop all other qualities that education in musical theater and the arts can bring.
Pouring Hope Foundation Fund
Pouring Hope Foundation Fund This donor advised fund is to make a positive difference in the lives of others, primarily children struggling with health issues, by raising money to provide support for less fortunate in the greater Johnstown area including Cambria and Somerset Counties.
PRIDE Fund
PRIDE Fund This fund supports local volunteer fire departments who protect and educate Somerset County’s businesses and industries, maintaining their safety, and enhancing the quality of life to further economic development.
Ray DiBattista Charitable Fund
Ray DiBattista Charitable Fund This fund was created to benefit local charities and charitable causes.
Richard, Ray, and Rebecca Bender Memorial Scholarship Fund
Richard, Ray, & Rebecca Bender Memorial Scholarship Fund Awards a $400 scholarship annually to a Somerset Area High School graduating senior entering a post-secondary program leading to a bachelor's degree or associate's degree in either the humanities or business. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Robert Mishler Sr. and Doris Mishler Memorial Scholarship Fund
Robert Mishler Sr. and Doris Mishler Memorial Scholarship Fund Awards a $500.00 scholarship to a graduating senior of the Conemaugh Township Area School District pursuing post-secondary training in the health professions or a degree leading to the practice of medicine or nursing. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Rockwood Area School District Fund
Rockwood Area School District Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that enhances the Rockwood Area School District students, faculty and programs as determined by the Rockwood Area School District Committee and accepted and approved under Community Foundation policies.
Rockwood Area School District Fund: Kids Come First
Rockwood Area School District Fund: Kids Come First This fund is to support Rockwood Area School District programs including Emergency Fund and Cafeteria Fund.
Rockwood Area School District Fund: Rocket Fuel Backpack Food Program
Rockwood Area School District Fund: Rocket Fuel Backpack Food Program This fund is intended to help eliminate hunger during the weekends for "food-insecure" students.
Rockwood Veterans Memorial and Community Park Fund
Rockwood Veterans Memorial & Community Park Fund This fund supports the construction, maintenance and perpetual care of a permanent Veterans memorial and Community Park in Rockwood Borough, Somerset County.
Rodneys Brother Love Foundation Fund
Rodney’s Brother Love Foundation Fund The purpose of this fund shall be to provide support for people living in Somerset County with an active medical diagnosis who are in financial need, with preference given to individuals residing in Meyersdale.
Salisbury-Elk Lick School District Fund
Salisbury-Elk Lick School District Fund The intent of this fund is to develop, promote and finance educational programs, scholarships, activities and projects for the Salisbury-Elk Lick School District.
September 11th National Memorial Trail Fund
September 11th National Memorial Trail Fund This fund provides support related to the development of the September 11th National Memorial Trail.
Seth Landis Memorial Scholarship Fund
This fund was created in memory of Seth Landis, by his family. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to qualified students from Somerset Area School District pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited four-year college. Experience or interest in agriculture, 4-H Club, or Future Farmers of America preferred, but not required.
Shade Creek Watershed Association Fund
Shade Creek Watershed Association Fund The purpose of this fund is to provide support for all activities and efforts of the Shade Creek Watershed Association, which works to protect and restore the water and fish habitat of the Dark Shade Creek and its tributaries.
Shade Township Class of 1946 Scholarship Fund
Shade Township Class of 1946 Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to seniors at Shade-Central City High School who intend to pursue higher education at an accredited college or university. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Shade-Central City School District Fund
Shade-Central City School District Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that benefits the Shade-Central City School District.
Shanksville Stonycreek School District Education Foundation Viking Family Fund
Shanksville-Stonycreek School District Education Foundation Viking Family Fund This fund provides support for any endeavor that enhances Shanksville-Stonycreek School District students, faculty and programs as determined by the Shanksville-Stonycreek School District Education Foundation Committee and accepted and approved under Community Foundation policies.
Sheldon Bowman Scholarship Fund
This fund will be used to support graduating seniors from the Meyersdale Area School District, who participate in the vocational agriculture program and who have been accepted to attend an accredited post-secondary education institution. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Snyder Library Fund
Snyder Library Fund This fund was created to support the Snyder Library at Somerset Area High School.
SoCo Strong Fund
SoCo Strong Fund The purpose of this fund is to support emergency responders and medical communities throughout the COVID-19 health crisis.
Somerset Area Athletic Foundation Fund
Somerset Area Athletic Foundation Fund The intent of this fund is to specifically include the soliciting of funds and accepting donations to improve the facilities, obtain equipment, foster the success and endeavors of the athletic programs of the Somerset Area School District for charitable purposes.
Somerset Area Little League Capital Fund
Somerset Area Little League Capital Fund This fund provides support to make improvements to the Somerset Area Little League Complex to ensure player safety, maximize facility use, and create a reserve fund for future maintenance and capital improvements.
Somerset Area School District Foundation Fund
To provide annual scholarships, as determined by the Somerset Area School District Foundation Committee. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Somerset Area School District Foundation Fund
Somerset Area School District Foundation Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that enhances the Somerset Area School District students, faculty and programs as determined by the Somerset Area School District Foundation Committee.
Somerset Christian School Awards Fund, In Memory of Michael Shaffer
Somerset Christian School Awards Fund, In Memory of Michael Shaffer The intent of this fund is to benefit the students at the Somerset Christian School in Somerset, Pa., who are physically and/or mentally disadvantaged.
Somerset Christian School Foundation Fund
Somerset Christian School Foundation Fund, established in honor of Susan Harshbarger This fund supports any endeavor that enhances the Somerset Christian School and its students, faculty, and programs as determined by the Foundation Committee and accepted and approved under CFA policies.
Somerset Conservation District Oven Run Treatment Sites, A, D, E, and F Trust Fund
SAVE OUR RIVERS!!! The Conemaugh Valley Conservancy (CVC) is committing up to $1000.00 to match dollar for dollar donations to the Somerset Conservation District's Oven Run Treatment Sites Trust Fund at the Community Foundation of the Alleghenies. All donations to the fund between 3/1/2021 and 3/31/2021 will be matched by CVC up to $1000.00. Please donate today to keep our streams clean!
Somerset County Community Fund
Somerset County Community Fund The intent of this fund is to support Somerset County projects that deal with the arts, education, economic development, children and youth, health and human services, heritage programs, civic affairs, religious and environmental programs. A local advisory committee made of residents from throughout the county will decide what projects will receive funding.
Somerset County Courthouse Clock Fund
Somerset County Courthouse Clock Fund This fund provides support for the repair and maintenance of the historic Somerset County Courthouse Clock.
Somerset County Economic Development Council Foundation Fund
Somerset County Economic Development Council Foundation Fund This fund supports the administration and ongoing operations of the Somerset County Economic Development Council.
Somerset County Parks and Trails Fund
To provide monetary support to the County of Somerset for the ongoing operation, maintenance and construction of the Somerset County Portion of the Great Allegheny Passage, the Somerset Lake Trail, or any other trail projects as designated by the Somerset County Commissioners, all located in Somerset County. This fund may also be used as match towards grants with a similar purpose.
Somerset County Rails-To-Trails Fund for Emergency Trail Maintenance
Somerset County Rails-To-Trails Fund for Emergency Trail Maintenance The intent of this fund is to provide support for emergency maintenance of the Great Allegheny Passage trail system.
Somerset County Technology Center Building Maintenance Fund
Somerset County Technology Center Building Maintenance Fund The purpose of this fund is to support building maintenance and upkeep at Somerset County Technology Center.
Somerset County Technology Center Licensed Practical Nursing Scholarship Fund
Somerset County Technology Center Licensed Practical Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholerships to fund the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program.
Somerset County Worker Relief Fund
To provide support for individuals whose income has been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, especially those who work at businesses unable to operate during mandated shutdowns.
Somerset High School Class of ’71 Scholarship Fund
The Somerset High School Class of '71, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its graduation, has established a scholarship fund for the graduates of the class of 2021 and future years. The Class of '71 is grateful to the District community for the support, attentiveness, and discipline that led us to where we are today! The focus of this scholarship is to reward a graduating senior who has shown excellent character, behavior, maturity, volunteerism, and work ethic. A student who has a sincere appreciation for what the Somerset Area High School experience has meant to them and the impact the experience had on them as an individual. This award is available to any graduate regardless of future college, trade school, or local entrepreneurial pursuits.
Somerset Walk of Hope Fund
Somerset Walk of Hope Fund Donations are accepted to financially assist Somerset County cancer patients with their needs, which include medications, medical bills, travel, and other expenses.
Steph and Kris Scholarship Fund
Steph and Kris Scholarship Fund Created in memory of of Steph Roman and Kris Zubek, the intent of this fund is to help further the education of a Shade-Central City Senior planning to attend a post-secondary trade school, college, or university. Candidates should have achieved better than average academic success and have participated in school-related and community-related extracurricular activities. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Stephanie Lapinsky Memorial Healthcare Scholarship
To provide scholarship support for a graduating senior of Shade Central-City High School who is pursuing a career in healthcare. They must be accepted at a post-secondary college or accredited program in the healthcare field.
Stephen Deal Memorial Fund
Stephen Deal Memorial Fund The purpose of the fund is to support costs associated with sending students from Meyersdale Area School District to the annual Future Farmers of America national convention each year, especially for students who are in financial need and cannot afford to attend otherwise.
Stern Family Fund
Stern Family Fund The intent of this fund is is a donor advised fund.
Steve (Alf) Hahn Memorial Scholarship Fund
Steve "Alf" Hahn Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund will provide a $400.00 scholarship to a graduating senior from Meyersdale Area High School who will be pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited college/university, business, or trade school. This scholarship shall be awarded to a student who is not eligible to receive another scholarship as administered by the high school or the Community Foundation (specifically for Meyersdale). Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Sue Ankeny Memorial Scholarship Fund
Sue Ankeny Memorial Scholarship Fund The purpose of this fund is to support female senior students graduating from Somerset High School who participate in soccer at the senior high level. This scholarship honors Sue Ankeny, a graduate of Somerset High School and St. Francis University. Sue was well loved in her profession as a physical therapist for Somerset Hospital. She is most fondly remembered for her love of soccer, a sport she was involved with during her youth, as part of a collegiate team, and as a coach following college. She excelled in sharing the joy of this sport with others.
Tackle Box Fund
Tackle Box Fund This fund promotes the camaraderie and enjoyment of reading with cross-generational opportunities for residents of Hooversville and the surrounding areas.
The EADS Group Charitable Foundation Fund
The EADS Group Charitable Foundation Fund This fund supports the Donor(s) philanthropic goals, who will advise the Foundation on their charitable distributions annually.
Tretter Family Fund
Tretter Family Fund The intent of this fund is an endowment that will benefit undesignated and general grant making of the Foundation.
Trinity Farms Center for Healing Fund
Trinity Farms Center for Healing Fund To support Trinity Farms Center for Healing, an innovative, eco-friendly, outdoor environment committed to integrative healing practices for complete body, mind, and spiritual renewal located in Boswell, Pa.
Tyler Park Beachy Memorial Scholarship Fund
Tyler Park Beachy Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a senior student at Somerset Area High School who best represents the life goals and values that were set forth by Tyler. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Tyler Shaffer Service to Others Fund
Tyler Shaffer Service to Others Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor in Somerset County that benefits organizations, schools, including scholarships, and events that characterize the fun-loving and giving spirit of our son Tyler.
Viking Pride Award Fund
Viking Pride Award Fund This fund supports and acknowledges a graduating senior student of the Shanksville-Stonycreek School District who exhibits the personal attributes of leadership, responsibility and community service as demonstrated in the school and the community. This shall be an annual cash award to a student selected by the award committee.
Walter R. Mahler Memorial Scholarship Fund
Walter R. Mahler Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide college scholarship(s) for deserving seniors at Shade-Central City High School. This scholarship fund is in loving memory of Walter R. Mahler, a longtime resident of Shade Township and graduate of Shade High School class of 1943. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Wendy Hollern Spencer Memorial Fund
Wendy Hollern Spencer Memorial Fund This is a donor advised fund in support of those with cancer.
William and Beatrice Griffith Scholarship Fund
William & Beatrice Griffith Scholarship Fund This fund provides a $500 scholarship award to a graduating senior at Somerset Area School District who is ranked top in the class. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
William R Lloyd Jr Scholarship Fund
William R. Lloyd, Jr. Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for a graduating senior of a Somerset County public high school enrolled in an accredited college or university who intends to major in Government, Political Science, or Politics. This scholarship was endowed by former State Representative Bill Lloyd (D-Somerset) for the purpose of encouraging Somerset County students to pursue careers in public service. The scholarship will be paid out in the winner’s sophomore year of college and is renewable for their junior and senior years if certain eligibility requirements are met.
Windber Area School District Edna Mae Ankeny Greathouse Scholarship Fund
Windber Area School District Edna Mae Ankeny Greathouse Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to award an annual scholarship of $200 to a graduating senior of Windber Area High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Windber Area School District Estate of Chapman Memorial Scholarship Fund
Windber Area School District Estate of Chapman Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to award an annual scholarship of $500 to a graduating senior of Windber Area High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Windber Area School District Estate of Edna Solomon Scholarship Fund
Windber Area School District Estate of Edna Solomon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an annual scholarship to a graduating senior of Windber Area High School as chosen by the Superintendent. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Windber Area School District Estate of Helen Solomon Scholarship Fund
Windber Area School District Estate of Helen Solomon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an annual scholarship to a senior from Windber Area High School as chosen by the Superintendent. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Windber Area School District Estate of William and Harriet Hayes Memorial Scholarship Fund
Windber Area School District Estate of William & Harriet Hayes Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to award two annual scholarships of $500 each to two graduating seniors at Windber Area High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Windber Borough Beautification Fund
Windber Borough Beautification Fund The intent of this fund is a challenge fund to which citizens, business, and professional persons can contribute to projects not possible with local tax resources and which would enhance the attractiveness and comfort of the borough for it’s citizens and visitors. Established in 2007, the fund goal is $50,000.00.
Windber Rambler Lettermen’s Club Scholarship Fund
To provide scholarships for one boy and one girl athlete, as determined by Windber Rambler Lettermen's Club Scholarship Committee and/or to the Windber High School athletic program and/or to 501(c)(3) organizations providing community based events in Windber. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
WWII Commemorative Committee Fund
WWII Commemorative Committee Fund The intent of this fund is for replacement of flags and maintenance and upkeep of the static display in Veterans Memorial Park located at the Jefferson Ave. Extension, Windber, Pa. 15963.