Funds

The fund shall be used to support the charitable activities of the Hastings Elks Lodge 1965 that support Youth, i.d., hoop shoot competition, scholarships.

The Fund shall be used for support of the Kids Christmas and Pumpkin Patch Programs and other future programs that impact handicapped and/or needy children within the service area of the Hastings Elks Lodge 1965.

To support the activities and expenses associated with the Hastings Farmers' Market.

To help alleviate hunger for Barry County residents by providing the Hastings Food Pantry assistance in purchasing food and covering other pantry related expenses

The fund shall be used to provide leadership through community service for people between the ages of 21 & 40.

To support the purchase of capital equipment for the Hastings Public Library.  (Capital as defined by the Hastings Public Library Board)

The fund shall be used exclusively to supplement the programs of the Rotary Club of Hastings MI and/or its members as determined from time to time by the Club's Board of Directors.

To provide for free entertainment druing the Hastings Summerfest, the biggest festival for Hastings which occurs annually on the last full weekend of August.

To hold funds for special projects.

To Be Determined

Three scholarships of $500 per year to be awarded for four consecutive years to a senior graduating from HHS with at least a B- grade point average throughout high school with good moral character, pursuing a 4-year degree and have financial need.

One scholarship of $500 per year to be awarded for four consecutive years to a senior graduating from HHS.  If possible, the scholarship should be awarded to the son or daughter of a Rotarian.

2 scholarships of $500 each to be awarded to seniors graduating from Hastings High School.

Shall be used for support of the Mabel H. Foote scholarships and/or related educational purposes: 1.  Male HHS Grad-2-4 yr AgriScience; 2.  Female HHS Grad 2-4 yr in Med Science.  The scholarship will follow the recipients through degree completion.

Two scholarships of $500 awarded to needy and deserving HHS Sr.'s who might not otherwise be able to attend college, special consideration being given to U of M and WMU.  May be 4 years and may continue for graduate school.

One scholarship of $500 to be awarded to a senior graduating from HHS and planning to attend WMU.  GPA receiving the main consideration although financial need can also be a consideration.

To provide a scholarship to obtain an Elementary Education Degree for a student who needs financial help, has an average grade point and has demonstrated an interest in extra-curricular activities.

The annual scholarship for a Hastings Area Graduating Senior shall be determined by the HEEF Board of Directors and approved by the Barry Community Foundation.

2 Scholarships of $400 each to be awarded to seniors graduating from Hastings High School - one for education and one for business curriculums.

The fund shall be used to assist families and individuals experiencing economic distress.

To support costs associated with the Hastings Area Performing Arts Center.

The fund shall be used to support historical document archival project.

The purpose of this scholarship will be determined by the music department and the amount of interest earned annually. Eligibility Criteria: Student must be a graduating senior of Delton Kellogg Schools. Student must be planning to pursue a major in the field of music or fine arts. Student must demonstrate community involvement with music. Student will be evaluated on essay…

The fund shall be used to support activities and programs within Barry County that encourage and grow individual leaders.

The Fund is used to support the program costs of the Imagination Library of Barry County.