Bunny Chard Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
This scholarship was established to assist students graduating from Niobrara County High School as they continue their education.
Eligibility
Open to graduating seniors of Niobrara County High School. Students who are homeschooled or enrolled in a virtual academy are not eligible.
Award
$1,000
Duration and renewal
The scholarship can be maintained for a total of four years. Recipients must complete and submit a renewal form each year in order to receive the award for the subsequent year.
Required application materials
No essay or extra documents are required. Eligible applicants need only complete the common application questions.
Introduction
This scholarship was established to assist students graduating from Niobrara County High School as they continue their education.
Eligibility
Open to graduating seniors of Niobrara County High School. Students who are homeschooled or enrolled in a virtual academy are not eligible.
Award
$1,000
Duration and renewal
The scholarship can be maintained for a total of four years. Recipients must complete and submit a renewal form each year in order to receive the award for the subsequent year.
Required application materials
No essay or extra documents are required. Eligible applicants need only complete the common application questions.
Cody Youth Council Scholarship
$3,500
Overview
This award was established to assist students completing their senior year at Cody High School.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Cody High School.
Award Value
One-time scholarship of $3,500.
Duration
Covers a single academic year.
Application requirements
No essay or extra documents are required. Eligible candidates need only complete the standard/common questions on the application form.
Overview
This award was established to assist students completing their senior year at Cody High School.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Cody High School.
Award Value
One-time scholarship of $3,500.
Duration
Covers a single academic year.
Application requirements
No essay or extra documents are required. Eligible candidates need only complete the standard/common questions on the application form.
Edelle Pirtle Job's Daughters Bethel 48 Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
The Edelle Pirtle Job’s Daughters Bethel 48 Scholarship was established in memory of Edelle Pirtle to provide financial support to female Green River residents who are or have been members of Job’s Daughters Bethel 48.
Eligibility
- Female applicants who are current or former members of Job’s Daughters Bethel 48.
- Must be a resident of Green River.
Award
- Amount: $1,000
- Duration: One academic year
Application materials
- No essay or additional documents required. Eligible applicants need only complete the standard/common questions on the application form.
Overview
The Edelle Pirtle Job’s Daughters Bethel 48 Scholarship was established in memory of Edelle Pirtle to provide financial support to female Green River residents who are or have been members of Job’s Daughters Bethel 48.
Eligibility
- Female applicants who are current or former members of Job’s Daughters Bethel 48.
- Must be a resident of Green River.
Award
- Amount: $1,000
- Duration: One academic year
Application materials
- No essay or additional documents required. Eligible applicants need only complete the standard/common questions on the application form.
Ellis and Nellie Patch Scholarship
$3,000
Introduction
The Ellis and Nellie Patch Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students from Johnson County who are pursuing post-secondary study at not-for-profit institutions. It is intended for students who have advanced beyond freshman year and need assistance with educational expenses.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduate of a Johnson County high school or hold a GED issued within Johnson County.
- Must currently be enrolled as an undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior.
- Enrollment must be at least half-time at a post-secondary, not-for-profit institution (examples: university, community college, or trade/technical school).
Award Amount
- $3,000
Duration
- One-year scholarship...
Introduction
The Ellis and Nellie Patch Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students from Johnson County who are pursuing post-secondary study at not-for-profit institutions. It is intended for students who have advanced beyond freshman year and need assistance with educational expenses.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduate of a Johnson County high school or hold a GED issued within Johnson County.
- Must currently be enrolled as an undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior.
- Enrollment must be at least half-time at a post-secondary, not-for-profit institution (examples: university, community college, or trade/technical school).
Award Amount
- $3,000
Duration
- One-year scholarship...
Fred Albert Memorial Scholarship
$6,000
Overview
This award was established to assist graduating seniors from Niobrara County High School as they begin postsecondary studies.
Eligibility
Open to any student who is a graduating senior of Niobrara County High School.
Award value
- $4,000 for the first year of study
- $2,000 for the second year of study
Duration and reapplication
Recipients may submit an application for the scholarship in later years. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine whether a particular year’s award is open to reapplication; no separate notice will be sent to past recipients about reapplication opportunities.
Application materials
No essays or extra...
Overview
This award was established to assist graduating seniors from Niobrara County High School as they begin postsecondary studies.
Eligibility
Open to any student who is a graduating senior of Niobrara County High School.
Award value
- $4,000 for the first year of study
- $2,000 for the second year of study
Duration and reapplication
Recipients may submit an application for the scholarship in later years. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine whether a particular year’s award is open to reapplication; no separate notice will be sent to past recipients about reapplication opportunities.
Application materials
No essays or extra...
Hayden Huston Centennial Scholarship
$1,000
Hayden Huston Scholarship — Overview and Eligibility
Biography / Purpose of the Award
Hayden Huston, a 1941 graduate of Pinedale High School, was unable to attend college because of his family’s financial situation. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served throughout World War II, primarily in the Pacific Theater. During his military service he was awarded the Purple Heart and was aboard the battleship USS Missouri when Japan formally surrendered.
After the war, Navy training provided him with technical skills that were in demand by the U.S. Department of State. Soon after WWII he entered the Diplomatic Service and...
Hayden Huston Scholarship — Overview and Eligibility
Biography / Purpose of the Award
Hayden Huston, a 1941 graduate of Pinedale High School, was unable to attend college because of his family’s financial situation. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served throughout World War II, primarily in the Pacific Theater. During his military service he was awarded the Purple Heart and was aboard the battleship USS Missouri when Japan formally surrendered.
After the war, Navy training provided him with technical skills that were in demand by the U.S. Department of State. Soon after WWII he entered the Diplomatic Service and...
James Wilson Anderson Scholarship
$2,250
Overview
The Jim Anderson Scholarship supports graduating seniors from Evanston High School who plan to pursue college at the University of Wyoming. The award reflects Jim Anderson’s lifelong connection to Evanston and his belief in the value of higher education.
About Jim Anderson
Jim Anderson grew up in Evanston, Wyoming. He served four years in the U.S. Army during World War II and then spent his working life at the Blyth and Fargo Co. general store. After retiring, Jim remained active in the community: he participated in the Senior Citizens Group, served for many years as a representative of AARP,...
Overview
The Jim Anderson Scholarship supports graduating seniors from Evanston High School who plan to pursue college at the University of Wyoming. The award reflects Jim Anderson’s lifelong connection to Evanston and his belief in the value of higher education.
About Jim Anderson
Jim Anderson grew up in Evanston, Wyoming. He served four years in the U.S. Army during World War II and then spent his working life at the Blyth and Fargo Co. general store. After retiring, Jim remained active in the community: he participated in the Senior Citizens Group, served for many years as a representative of AARP,...
Jason Haight Academic Scholarship
$1,000
The Jason Haight Academic Scholarship was created by Bruce and Jillian Haight to honor the memory of their son, Jason, and his passion for learning. The fund aims to provide a promising student with financial support to pursue further education in the spirit of Jason’s own academic and personal achievements.
About Jason
Jason grew up on a ranch outside Gillette. He graduated from Campbell County High School as his class valedictorian and was recognized as a National Merit Scholar. He went on to George Washington University as a Presidential Scholar in the GW honors program. While at GW he belonged...
The Jason Haight Academic Scholarship was created by Bruce and Jillian Haight to honor the memory of their son, Jason, and his passion for learning. The fund aims to provide a promising student with financial support to pursue further education in the spirit of Jason’s own academic and personal achievements.
About Jason
Jason grew up on a ranch outside Gillette. He graduated from Campbell County High School as his class valedictorian and was recognized as a National Merit Scholar. He went on to George Washington University as a Presidential Scholar in the GW honors program. While at GW he belonged...
Mabel C. Sargent Scholarship
$5,000
Introductory background
Mabel Sargent was a dedicated nurse and community-minded worker who split her professional life between nursing in Denver, Colorado, and business interests in Wyoming. In 1947 she and her husband, Newell Sargent, bought Fremont Beverages, Inc. in Wyoming, and Mabel continued to work diligently thereafter. After Mabel was killed in a traffic collision caused by a drunk driver, Newell established a scholarship in her memory to support students pursuing nursing.
Scholarship purpose and details
- Purpose: To honor Mabel Sargent’s commitment to nursing and hard work by supporting nursing students at the University of Wyoming.
- Eligible recipients:...
Introductory background
Mabel Sargent was a dedicated nurse and community-minded worker who split her professional life between nursing in Denver, Colorado, and business interests in Wyoming. In 1947 she and her husband, Newell Sargent, bought Fremont Beverages, Inc. in Wyoming, and Mabel continued to work diligently thereafter. After Mabel was killed in a traffic collision caused by a drunk driver, Newell established a scholarship in her memory to support students pursuing nursing.
Scholarship purpose and details
- Purpose: To honor Mabel Sargent’s commitment to nursing and hard work by supporting nursing students at the University of Wyoming.
- Eligible recipients:...
Morris Memorial Scholarship
$6,000
Introduction
This award was established to assist students who are completing their senior year at Upton High School.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Upton High School. Students who obtained a GED are not eligible.
Award value
- $3,000 payable for the first academic year
- $3,000 payable for the second academic year
Duration and renewal
The scholarship covers two years. To receive the second-year payment, recipients are required to submit a renewal form to maintain eligibility.
Application materials
No essays or additional documents are required. Eligible applicants need only complete the standard/common questions on the application.
Introduction
This award was established to assist students who are completing their senior year at Upton High School.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Upton High School. Students who obtained a GED are not eligible.
Award value
- $3,000 payable for the first academic year
- $3,000 payable for the second academic year
Duration and renewal
The scholarship covers two years. To receive the second-year payment, recipients are required to submit a renewal form to maintain eligibility.
Application materials
No essays or additional documents are required. Eligible applicants need only complete the standard/common questions on the application.
Myron D. Kiesling Scholarship
$8,000
Introduction and background
Myron D. Kiesling was born at Teapot Dome in 1925. His father was involved in plugging wells on the Dome in the aftermath of the well-known scandal. In 1927 the family relocated to Newcastle, where his father went on to found the Osage Oil Company. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Myron returned home and joined his father’s business, foregoing a return to formal education. Over the next six decades he was actively involved in community service, including serving on the local hospital board. After selling the business in 2007, Myron established a...
Introduction and background
Myron D. Kiesling was born at Teapot Dome in 1925. His father was involved in plugging wells on the Dome in the aftermath of the well-known scandal. In 1927 the family relocated to Newcastle, where his father went on to found the Osage Oil Company. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Myron returned home and joined his father’s business, foregoing a return to formal education. Over the next six decades he was actively involved in community service, including serving on the local hospital board. After selling the business in 2007, Myron established a...
Robert and Cathy Spicer Family Scholarship
$4,000
Overview
This scholarship exists to assist students who are graduating from high schools within Sweetwater County as they pursue further education.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors enrolled at any Sweetwater County high school. Students from schools that the public school system classifies as “alternative” are not eligible. GED recipients are also excluded.
Award
- Amount: $4,000
- Term: Single academic year (1 year)
Application requirements — essays and length
Each essay should fall between 2,000 and 3,000 characters in length; as a guideline, aim for at least about 400 words per response.
Essay prompts
1. Explain your reasons for...
Overview
This scholarship exists to assist students who are graduating from high schools within Sweetwater County as they pursue further education.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors enrolled at any Sweetwater County high school. Students from schools that the public school system classifies as “alternative” are not eligible. GED recipients are also excluded.
Award
- Amount: $4,000
- Term: Single academic year (1 year)
Application requirements — essays and length
Each essay should fall between 2,000 and 3,000 characters in length; as a guideline, aim for at least about 400 words per response.
Essay prompts
1. Explain your reasons for...
