AGENCY FUNDS

Question 1

Adult Services Fund of the Monticello-Union Township Public Library

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Established to enhance adult programs and services of the library

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Building and Grounds Fund of the Monticello-Union Township Public Library

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Supports facility needs and opportunities of the library

Question 3

CDC Resources Fund for Disabled Children and Adults

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Provides support to CDC Resources, Inc.

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Happy Tails Animal Care Fund*

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Established to provide support to this no-kill animal shelter

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Mary K. Hoff Memorial Fund

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Provides support to Family Services, Inc. for program development and services in the Tippecanoe County service area, including White County.

Question 6

Indiana University Health White Memorial Hospital Foundation Fund

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Assists the White County Hospital Foundation, Inc. in its support of our community hospital.

Question 7

Shafer and Freeman Lakes Enhancement Fund

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A fund established by the Shafer & Freeman Lakes Environmental Conservation Corporation to benefit the area lakes.

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White-Carroll Family YMCA Fund

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Established to support the White-Carroll Family YMCA; now at the discretion of the CFWC Governing Council for similar-purpose grantmaking.

Question 9

White County Council on Aging Fund

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A fund to benefit White County Council on Aging operations and programs.

Question 10

White County Food Pantry Fund

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A fund to support the ongoing operations of the White County Food Pantry.

Question 11

Samuel and Gwen Wilcoxon Fund for the Developmentally Challenged

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Provides support to CDC Resources, Inc. for recreational activities for developmentally challenged citizens.

Question 12

Chalmers Cemetery Fund

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Initiated by Winson “Wink” Jones (“it seems that more and more of my friends are taking taking up residency south of town!”), this fund provides support for maintenance and upkeep of this community cemetery.

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Meadow Lake Church Cemetery Fund

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Supports maintenance and upkeep for this community cemetery.

Question 14

St. Joseph’s Church Cemetery Fund

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Supports maintenance and upkeep of the St. Joseph’s Church Cemetery in Reynolds.

Question 15

Francis and Beulah Altman Scholarship Fund

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Provides a scholarship to a graduating senior at Frontier High School pursuing a degree in Education; preference is given to a student attending Indiana State
University. The Altmans farmed in White County, and Beulah was a long-time
teacher. Francis and Beulah Altman Scholarship Application

Question 16

John Bartoo and Ida Bartoo Scholarship Fund

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Little is known of John Bartoo and Ida Bartoo, except that they farmed,
most likely in Benton County. Pursuant to the Bartoo trust used to establish
the fund, this fund provides a scholarship to a graduating Tri-County senior
pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture or agri-business. John Bartoo and Ida Bartoo Scholarship Application

Question 17

G. Keith and Rose. S. Bernhardt Scholarship

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Keith Bernhardt graduated from Remington HS in 1939 and Purdue University in 1942. A very successful engineer, he lived in Connecticut his entire life but never forgot his home community. This scholarship benefits a Remington resident graduating from Tri-County High School. G. Keith and Rose. S. Bernhardt Scholarship Application

Question 18

Louis Blum Memorial Scholarship Fund

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Established in memory of Louis Blum (1951-2006), founder of Alloy Custom Products in Delphi, this scholarship supports a student pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering at Purdue University or a welding degree at Ivy Tech Community College. It is available to students at Twin Lakes High School and Delphi High School. (Twin Lakes students must contact your guidance office for the Twin Lakes Common Apllication form. Delphi students please download the application below) Louis Blum Memorial Scholarship Application

Question 19

John and Kathie Connelly Scholarship Fund

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This scholarship, established in 2007, is awarded to a graduating senior from Frontier High School who has earned a letter in sports during his/her senior year, has a strong academic record, and who is in need of financial assistance in order to attend college. John (1944-2009) taught and coached at Frontier and Delphi High Schools after graduating from college, followed by a long career on the Mercantile Exchange. John and Kathie Connelly Scholarship Application

Question 20

Mildred L. Cox Scholarship Fund

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Established through the Mildred L. Cox (1909-2003) Trust, scholarships from
this fund are awarded to Twin Lakes graduating seniors, or previous Twin Lakes
graduates enrolled in a college or university, for whom financial assistance is
a necessity. Please contact your guidance office for Twin Lakes Scholarships Common Application form.

Question 21

Gordon and Marilyn Denton Scholarship Fund

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Established by these long-time Chalmers-area farmers, this scholarship is
awarded to a Frontier graduating senior who is pursuing higher education or
training; applicants must demonstrate involvement in 4-H and/or interest in
music and the arts. Gordon and Marilyn Denton Scholarship Application

Question 22

Donald Dunk Memorial Scholarship Fund

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Donald Dunk (1936-2011)grew up in Clinton County and spent his career with a large engineering firm. He enjoyed people – and enjoyed helping people, most often quietly and behind the scenes. A passionate supporter of education, he left his entire estate to establish this scholarship, which supports students from Carroll, Clinton and White Counties. Donald Dunk Memorial Scholarship Application

Question 23

Encouraging Entrepreneurship Scholarship Fund*

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Established in memory of Paul Koertge (1927-2011), this scholarship is
awarded to a graduating senior from a White County high school pursuing a
college degree in business or entrepreneurship. From a single cottage
purchased in 1959, Paul and Yvonne Koertge built the well-known Riviera
Resort in Monticello; this scholarship is designed to encourage that legacy of
adventure and commitment to community.

Question 24

Luke Frist Memorial Scholarship Fund

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Luke Frist graduated from Tri-County High School in 2001. He was a 10-year 4-H member, played in the school band, and was on the football and track teams. During high school, he joined the Army Reserves, followed by enlistment. Luke died in January 2004 after his platoon was hit in Kuwait. This scholarship honors Luke’s commitment to family, community, and country. Luke Frist Memorial Scholarship Application

Question 25

Dr. Charles and Treva Gish Health Scholarship Fund

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Charles, a retired dentist, and Treva, a retired nurse, lived different places, traveled the world extensively, both for business and pleasure, and are passionately committed to addressing the challenge of access to quality healthcare, particularly in rural communities. These Brookston residents created this scholarship to encourage dental, medical, and other healthcare students to work hard for the benefit of others and to consider Investing their education back into rural communities that need their talent, abilities, and commitment. Dr. Charles and Treva Gish Health Scholarship Application

Question 26

Emil Gutwein & Robert Pentel Memorial Fund*

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Established by J. Bradley and Kaye Gutwein in honor of Brad’s entrepreneurial
and community-minded grandfathers, this fund provides annual scholarships
for college, one each to a graduating senior from North White and Twin Lakes
High Schools. (Twin Lakes students must contact your guidance office for the Twin Lakes Common Apllication form. North White students please download the application below) Emil Gutwein & Robert Pentel Memorial Scholarship Application

Question 27

Robert B. Hanni Scholarship

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Bob Hanni (1926-2017) believed in and was committed to lifelong education. Whether as an educator in the classroom, school superintendent, banker, or community advocate, he encouraged everyone to use their vision and talents for the greater good. This scholarship is available to graduating senior from Frontier, North White, Tri-County, or Twin Lakes High School. For students intending to pursue higher education through a nonprofit college, university, or school of training. (Twin Lakes students must contact your guidance office for the Twin Lakes Common Apllication form. Other students please download the application below) Robert B. Hanni Scholarship Application

Question 28

Bette K. Huffman Memorial Fund

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Bette Kestle Huffman (1922-2010) started playing the piano at age 6 and shared her love of music around the world as she followed her husband, Robert (Bob, 1922-2010), during his military career. This scholarship is awarded to a Twin Lakes graduating senior who exhibits a love of music and commitment to continuing that interest, not necessarily as a career but for
personal growth and enjoyment. Please contact your guidance office for Twin Lakes Scholarships Common Application form

Question 29

James A. Huffman Memorial Fund

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Established by his brother, Robert, this scholarship pays tribute to James
Huffman (1920-1942), an Air Force pilot killed in a World War II training
mission. This scholarship funds a Twin Lakes graduating senior interested
in entering military service, particularly one interested in becoming a pilot. Please contact your guidance office for Twin Lakes Scholarships Common Application form

Question 30

Irons Memorial Scholarship

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Paul Robert “Bob” and Irene Irons were lifelong residents of Monon. They had no children of their own but held a strong interest in education. Irene was an elementary teacher for 25 years and Bob served on North White’s Board of Trustees for many years, including time as its president. This scholarship, first awarded in 1987, supports students pursuing a degree in elementary education. Irons Memorial Scholarship Application

Question 31

Valerie James “Don’t Quit” Memorial Scholarship Fund

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A fund established in memory of Valerie James (1979-1997), a vibrant and
compassionate young woman killed in a tragic car accident the summer
before her senior year at Tri-County High School. This scholarship is awarded
to a Tri-County High School graduating senior who has been active in 4-H
(preferably a 10-year member and Junior Leader) and exhibits a “don’t quit”
attitude. The award is presented annually at the White County 4-H Fair. Valerie James “Don’t Quit” Memorial Scholarship Application

Question 32

Tyra Wright Klink and Angela Wright Elder Memorial Scholarship Fund

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Tyra and Angela Wright both graduated from Twin Lakes High School; Tyra in 1979 and Angela in 1982. Both very interested in the health field, Tyra became an occupational therapist and Angela, a speech therapist. Both were killed as the result of a tragic accident on Lake Freeman in 2018. This scholarship is awarded to a Twin Lakes graduating senior pursuing secondary education in a health field, with special consideration going to a graduating senior who is a member of the Monticello United Methodist Church. Please contact your guidance office for Twin Lakes Scholarships Common Application form

Question 33

Adam Krintz Memorial Scholarship Fund

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Adam Krintz was a spirited member of the Twin Lakes Class of 2002; one
month after his graduation, leukemia claimed the life of this outgoing, well-
liked student. In his memory, his family annually awards a college
scholarship to a graduating senior at Twin Lakes High School. Please contact your guidance office for Twin Lakes Scholarships Common Application form

Question 34

Paul Koertge Memorial Scholarship Fund*

This scholarship was established by M. Yvonne Koertge in memory of her husband, Paul, with whom she owned and operated the Riviera Resort complex on Lake Shafer for over 50 years. In tribute to Paul’s keen business sense, the scholarship was created to support a student pursuing a college degree and career in business. In addition to being an outstanding businessman, Paul was passionately committed to community, serving on many local boards, committees, and organizations. It is hoped that this scholarship’s recipient will commit time, talent, and treasure to better both business and community.

One scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior from Frontier, North White, Tri-County or Twin Lakes High School intending to pursue a college degree and career in business, particularly with an interest in entrepreneurship.

(Twin Lake students: please contact your guidance office for a Twin Lakes Common Application. All other Students please download the form below)

Paul Koertge Memorial Scholarship Application

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This scholarship is awarded to a Twin Lakes graduating senior enrolling in post-
secondary education. Created by Mr. and Mrs. Richard Landis, owners of Landis
Plastics, Inc., It honors the memory of their sons, Henry J. Landis II and Edward
Landis.

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At their 50th reunion, several members of the Monticello Class of ’61 decided
that they would create a scholarship in gratitude for the strong foundation
provided for them by the Monticello schools and community. The award is given
to a graduating senior at Twin Lakes who has a strong academic record, has
been an active member of the community, and who needs financial assistance
in order to attend college. Please contact your guidance office for Twin Lakes Scholarships Common Application form

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Sandi Pitstick (1949-2008) taught elementary school for 37 years, 34 of
them in the Tri-County school system. Established by her husband Rodney,
this scholarship fund benefits a Tri-County graduating senior pursuing a
college degree in elementary education. Sandra L. Pitstick Memorial Scholarship Application

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Though she never went to college, Jean Voorhis always aspired to be a teacher.
She loved working with children, her church, 4-H and home economics classes. When Jean died in 1998, her family established this scholarship to help a Twin Lakes graduating senior pursuing a college degree and career in home economics, teaching or music. Please contact your guidance office for Twin Lakes Scholarships Common Application form

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A. J. Wagner (1983-2006) loved sports and spending time with his friends.
His parents established this scholarship to assist a graduating Frontier or
North White senior who has been active in sports pursue post-secondary
education.

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More information to come...

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This scholarship will support students residing in Adams or Jefferson Township in Carroll County and graduating from a public high school in Carroll or White County. Preference is given to community college-bound students but may be extended to 4-year college applicants.

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Annie Horton was a vivacious, creative young woman when she was killed in a car accident the summer after her sophomore year at North White High School. The Annie Horton Summer Scholarship is available to a freshman, sophomore or junior wishing to attend a summer program, particularly those in leadership, journalism, art, music, or science, though the scholarship is not limited tothose interests and programs. Annie Horton Summer Scholarship Application

Question 35

Landis Memorial Scholarship Fund*

Question 36

Monticello Class of 1961 Scholarship Fund*

Question 37

Sandra L. Pitstick Memorial Scholarship Fund

Question 38

E. Jean Voorhis Memorial Scholarship Fund

Question 39

A. J. Wagner Memorial Scholarship Fund

Question 40

George G. Walters Memorial Scholarship

Question 41

Yeoman United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund

Question 42

Annie Horton Summer Scholarship

Question 43

Richard and Betty Graf, Eugene Hageman, and Murt Harrington Memorial Scholarships

Richard and Betty Graf, parents of Sandy Hageman and Susan Bledsoe, were devoted farmers committed to God, family, and community.

Eugene Hageman was born in 1920, the oldest of 9 children. He became a successful farmer in Remington, was father to Steve and Suzan, and a founding partner of Remington Seeds. A kind and hard-working man who never had the chance to go to college, he believed in “leaving things better than you found them, especially the land.”

Murt Harrington was born north of Goodland in 1898. A livestock dealer, businessman, real estate investor, and storyteller, Murt was one of the most well-known and well-loved people in the community. He became a surrogate and beloved grandfather to Steve and Suzan Hageman and inspired Steve to get involved in the real estate business.

Scholarships (one each: Graf, Hageman, Harrington) are available to graduating Tri-County seniors intending to pursue higher education in the field of agriculture through a nonprofit college or university.

Richard and Betty Graf, Eugene Hageman, and Murt Harrington Memorial Scholarships Application

Question 44

Devin P. Cyr, Bill Hartke, Linda Taulman, and Tri-County Scholarships

Devin P. Cyr Memorial Scholarship: Devin was a 2015 graduate of Tri-County High School. Award is given to student who excels academically, athletically, and is involved in community service. Recipient must exhibit Devin’s qualities of unconditional kindness, the ability to put smiles on the faces of others, and a desire to learn and be creative in an academic setting.

Bill Hartke Memorial Scholarship: A well-loved and respected Math teacher, this scholarship honors Mr. Hartke’s (1943-2007) love of education and his students.

Linda Taulman Memorial Scholarship: Linda Taulman (1950-2015) was a teacher and coach – of athletics and of life. Her exuberant spirit and deep faith inspired everyone she met, regardless of age or circumstance.

Tri-County Scholarships (10)

Applicants must be graduating seniors from Tri-County High School intending to pursue higher education through a nonprofit college, university, or school of training.

Applications will be reviewed using the following criteria: academic record, school-sponsored activities, community service and personal character, and a personal essay.

Devin P. Cyr, Bill Hartke, Linda Taulman, and Tri-County Scholarships Applications

Question 45

Adult Services Fund of the Monticello-Union Township Public Library

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Established to enhance adult programs and services of the library

Question 46

Building and Grounds Fund of the Monticello-Union Township Public Library

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Supports facility needs and opportunities of the library

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