Mission Statement

The mission of Shenendehowa Dollars for Scholars is to mobilize our community (individuals, civic organizations, businesses, corporations and foundations) to encourage education beyond high school by providing scholarship assistance to residents of the Shenendehowa School District.

Shenendehowa Dollars for Scholars offers the following:           

 

  •      An established local and national reputation
     
  •      Security of assets for endowed scholarships
     
  •      Yearly fundraising activities to expand the number of scholarships
     
  •      Locally available representatives from the school/community
     
  •      Affiliation with national colleges/universities, some with matching funds
     
  •      Efficient, fair application process with established due dates
     
  •      Clearly defined evaluation process
     
  •      Convenient local web site with information for applicants and families
     
  •      Recognition of recipients on web site and in area award programs
     
  •      Memorial Scholarship section on web site (picture/biography)
     
  •      Commitment to addressing wishes of those offering scholarships
     
  •      Flexibility in the types of scholarships
     
  •      Scholarships for a broader range of student abilities/talents