Funds

The purpose of the scholarship is to support the activities of the E-Pillar which is a collaborative of community partners who support entrepreneurs by developing new, and promoting existing programs and resources that foster sustainable economic development in our community. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a Barry County resident. Graduating senior or graduate Must be accepted into an entrepreneurship program at…

This scholarship was developed in the memory of Terrie Yoder by her husband, Dave, and her daughters, Wendy and Gina.  Terrie was a 1965 Thornapple Kellogg High School Graduate.  Post high school, she earned her Elementary Education degree from Michigan State University.  This vocation led her to the first grade classroom and teaching Sunday school at Freeport United Methodist Church. …

The fund shall be used to promote protect and preserve His creatures of this earth, as determined from time to time by an advisor committee and approved by the Foundation.  May also be used for, but not limited to, education in the broadest sense of the term, relating to animal.

The fund shall be used to raise funds for the benefit of youth in the Maple Valley community, beginning with the designation of monies toward creation of and maintenance for a skate park in the Village of Nashville, and thereafter as the Advisory committee finds appropriate.

This scholarship was established by Thomas Hamilton’s parents, Richard L. and Ruth Ann Hamilton, in their son’s memory.  Thom attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools and graduated in 1983.  As a small child, Thom was destined to be quite patriotic, learning to sing the national anthem when he was only three years old.  At an early age Thom developed a personal trait…

The fund will be used for the support of the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation for charitable, scientific, literary or educational purposes for and in the Thornapple Area.

The purpose of this fund is to support the welfare of the Thornapple Area community and particularly with organized recreational activities.

The fund shall be used to support special projects initiated and managed by the Thornapple Arts Council.  

This fund shall be used for the support of the Thornapple Garden Club Scholarship Fund and/or related educational purposes as approved from time to time by the Barry Community Foundation. Eligibility Criteria: Student must be a Barry County Resident or attend a school in Barry County. Student must be accepted to an accredited educational institution. Student must be planning to…

The Fund shall be used for support of the Thornapple Kellogg Alumni Association Fund and/or related educational purposes.

To provide a scholarship for a Thornapple Kellogg graduate in honor of the class of 1957.Eligibility Criteria: Must be a graduate of or a graduating high school senior from Thornapple Kellogg Schools. Students pursuing a certification at technical or vocational school will be considered. High school GPA should be between 2.0 and 3.5. Must be accepted at an accredited post-secondary…

The TK Class of 1966 gathers on a regular basis to share memories and celebrate the accomplishment of class alumni. It is their wish to help a Thornapple Kellogg Graduate accomplish his/her post high school goals with a scholarship. The TK Class of 1966 values academic achievement, community service and leadership experience. Applicants need to be pursuing a degree in…

The fund shall be used for support of the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library, specifically for public purposes (which meets the IRS charitable standards), including, but not limited to, public library collection development and programming.

It is the intention of the Thornapple Kellogg Tradesmen Scholarship Fund to award a scholarship to graduating high school seniors and graduates of Thornapple Kellogg Schools exhibiting leadership skills and pursuing a career as a professional firefighter or a degree or certificate at technical or vocational school. Eligibility Requirements: Must be a graduate of or a graduating high school senior…

The fund shall be used for the benefit of Thornapple Manor.

The fund shall be used to support the activities of the Thornapple Players in providing for cultural experiences for Barry County residents.

Support continued trail acquisition and development to provide a linear trail through Barry County.

Travis Wenger, son of Phil and Becky Wenger and older brother to Tyler, was born on July 21, 1982.  Travis was raised on the family farm in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools throughout his school career, graduating in June of 2001. He was pursuing a career in Landscape Design at the time of his accidental death. Travis was an…

Travis Wenger, son of Phil and Becky Wenger and older brother to Tyler, was born on July 21, 1982. Travis was raised on the family farm in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools throughout his school career, graduating in June of 2001.  He was a four-year member of the T.K.H.S. football program and an active 4-H member, showing steers and…

This fund shall assist any non-traditional Barry County resident who wishes to pursue a trades or vocational degree or certification. Eligibility Criteria: Student must be a resident of Barry County pursuing a vocational degree or certification. Student must be accepted to an accredited program though a vocational/technical school, community college, or certification program. Student must be a non-traditional student. Student…

The fund shall be used for supporting the purposes of the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, with the advice and consent of the Fund's Advisory Committee.  The Fund's Advisory Committee will consist of the Organization's Executive Committee.

Purpose of the fund is to support a graduate of or a graduating senior from Thornapple Kellogg Schools who is pursuing a degree in performing arts with a scholarship to an accredited college or university. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a graduate of or a graduating high school senior from Thornapple Kellogg Schools who is pursuing a degree in performing arts.…

This fund was established by a gift from the Vincent Vanasse Family Trust. The Vanasse Family desired to help working residents of Barry County who have fallen on hard times. The Trust Language stated: Said fund shall be administered by the Barry County United Way to benefit individuals who are employed. Such individuals face an unexpected crisis and need assistance…

This scholarship was established by W. William and Linda Blackmore.  The scholarship will provide a yearly award TBD determined by the fund holder’s family to a graduating senior(s) of the Delton Kellogg School District.  The number of scholarships will be determined by the fund holder’s family annually and the available funds. Eligibility Criteria:

The William McGee Scholarship was set up by his son Kevin McGee to honor his father's memory.  The scholarship is a one-time $1,000 scholarship to a graduating TK senior who shows community involvement.  Strong consideration will be given to those students who articulate how their community service has impacted them and others. Eligibility Criteria: Student must be a graduating senior…