Scholarship Description
The Martha and Oliver Hansen Memorial Scholarship, established by Martha and Oliver’s children Steve Hansen, Cindy Barrus and Marty Mercer, honors their parent’s dedication to learning. “We have all greatly benefited from the support our parents gave us in pursuing educational opportunities, and would love to recognize our parents by opening opportunities for others to go to college as well.” The purpose of the award is to recognize and encourage those who desire to enter the field of education with the intention of teaching in the classroom.This scholarship is renewable. Eligibility Requirements:• Holds a 2.5 or above grade point average• Majoring in Education with the intention of teaching in the classroom• Attends an accredited Michigan college or university• Be an incoming college junior or seniorScholarship Award:$1,000Scholarship Use:Tuition, books, fees, or other academic costs (including child care)
Year of Need: College Junior, College Senior,
Type: Merit Based
Num Awards: 1
Min Award: 1000
Max Award:
Deadline: 2024-03-01
Website: http://www.jacksoncf.org
Sponsoring Organization
The Jackson Community Foundation
One Jackson Square 100 East Michigan Avenue, Suite 308
Jackson, MI 49201-1406
Contact Person:
Phone: 517-787-1321
Fax: 517-787-4333
Email:
