Scholarships require attendance at an institution of higher technical or academic training within 2 years of graduation, in addition to a wide range of specified criteria determined by award sponsors.

Proof of volunteer service to the community and an application are now required for most GDFS awards.

With the generous support of individuals and community-minded businesses and organizations, the Gananda Chapter of Dollars for Scholars awarded monies to support further education of Gananda seniors.

You can visit Scholarship America's website to see what else is available on a national level.

Dollar amounts are estimates and may depend on donor decisions and the annual return on our endowment investments.

If you would like to establish a scholarship, or donate to one of our current awards, please contact us at gdfscholars@gananda.org.
 

Gananda Dollars for Scholars is a  501(c)(3) non-profit, which means your donation is tax deductible. 

Walworth Order of the Eastern Star
Presented by the Athena Chapter O.E.S., Walworth, New York is to be given to the senior boy or girl residing  in Wayne County, with appropriate grades and the qualifications of good citizenship while fulfilling obligations at home or a part-time job.

$100

Walworth Auxiliary Fire Department Award
Awarded to a Walworth resident in good standing in the top half of the class. The student has been accepted at and enrolled in an accredited two or four year college, exhibits good citizenship by performing community service and outreach beyond that required by curriculum. This person has not received numerous other awards.

$100

Macedon Center Twirlette Award

Awarded to a senior girl who, while in high school, took part in extra-curricular activities that enhanced her community and set a good personal example for others and will be continuing education beyond Gananda.  

$100

Richard Mann Award
Awarded to the senior whose high school program has emphasis in science and math curricula. Recognized as someone who achieves, considered an all-around student and demonstrates potential for growth.   

$100

Walworth Chamber of Commerce WTCC Award
Awarded to the senior who demonstrates the greatest potential in his/her vocational program, respect for others, honesty and integrity, leadership by example and  involvement in school and community activities  and organizations. Walworth resident preferred.   

$100

Walworth Grange Award
Awarded to a senior pursuing higher education. He or she is someone who has persevered in school curriculum, and has earned the respect of teachers and peers.     

$100

Walworth Fire Department Award

Awarded to a Walworth resident in good standing in the top half of the class. The student has been accepted at, and enrolled in, an accredited two or four year college, exhibits good citizenship by performing community service and outreach beyond that required by curriculum.

$100

Gananda Parents' Association Scholarship
Presented to a senior working to potential; willing to take difficult academic courses - rather than easier or fewer courses, recognized as an overachiever; supported and participated in class or club activities; and enrolled at an institute of higher learning.   

$100

Blue Panther Scholarship Award

The recipient has met the qualifications for the Middle School Blue Panther Award and was selected for the scholarship at the class Eighth Grade banquet.

Emily Paige Bickert Human Spirit Award
Awarded to a girl based on her personality. The winner of this award is fun-loving and full of life. This girl brightens the room when she walks into it and raises the spirit of the people around her. Her smile is contagious!  

$150

Western Wayne Art Group - Thomas McCune Award
Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated a mastery of media, technique and creativity. Excels in the field of art.  

Tri-County Sports Complex
Awarded to a student who meets GDFS standards in the areas of academics,  extracurricular activities, community service, work experience, and character. 

$250

SEI Design Group Scholarship
Awarded to a student who meets GDFS standards in the area of academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, work experience, and character.  Unusual circumstances are also considered.

Invest Your Time Scholarship
Awarded to a student who meets GDFS standards in the areas of academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, work experience and character. Unique circumstances are also considered.    

$250

Maureen Louise McGary Doway Memorial Scholarship
 Awarded to two students with positive attitude and personality, who demonstrate generosity, perseverance, and good citizenship. 

Gananda Performing Arts Boosters Scholarship

Awarded to two students attending an accredited institution of higher learning in the fall. Student must have participated in a performing art each year during his/her high school career and must be in good academic standing. An essay is required. 

Steinmiller Associates, Inc. Award

Awarded to a student who meets GDFS standards in the areas of academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, work experience and character.  

The Golf Club at Blue Heron Hills Award

Awarded to a student meeting GDFS standards in academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, work experience and character. Unique circumstances considered. 

Gananda Community Youth Theatre Award

Awarded to a senior who participated in the Gananda Community Youth Theatre program.

Gananda Sports Boosters Award

Awarded to six students attending an accredited institution of higher learning in the fall, who have participated in varsity sports during high school. An essay is required.

Debra L. Weiss Make a Difference Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to four students that have completed a minimum of 10 volunteer hours with children in grades K-5 in a role such as a mentor, big brother/big sister or tutor. Award recipients must also have provided additional community service to their house of worship, scouting, food pantry, town recreation, etc. and be an honorable student with integrity. 

Gananda Youth Lacrosse Scholarship

Awarded to a senior who participated in at least two years of Gananda Youth Lacrosse and  played at least two years of high school lacrosse including his/her senior season. This award is given in memory of our coach and friend, Tom Palmer.

Airy Acres Sportsmanship Award

Awarded to a hardworking, dedicated team member in any sport. 

Dr. John Guerrieri

Awarded to a student who meets GDFS standards in the areas of academics, extracurricular activities, community service, work experience, and character.

K&D Disposal Academic Excellence Scholarship

Awarded to two students who have demonstrated academic excellence across the high school curriculum. 

Re/Max I Heart My Hometown Scholarship

Awarded by Brad Newton to two seniors who submit an original written work, essay, poem, video, song, or visual art piece that best shows Gananda Pride. 

$300
each
 

Gananda CSD Distinguished Panther Award

Awarded to two students in the top quarter of the class who have donated time to a school project that significantly improves the culture and future of the Gananda Central School District student body. 

Coach Anthony Morabito Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a student athlete of high moral character that demonstrates good sportsmanship and is a team player. Recipient must have a minimum GPA of 80 and have participated in a sport each year of high school. 

MacNeal Family Entrepreneur Scholarship:
Awarded to a student who meets GDFS standards in the areas of academics, extracurricular activities, community service, work experience, and character. Recipient must also include a short essay describing how they will use their college experience to leverage new opportunities for themselves and how their degree and entrepreneurship will come together to change the community in which they live. 

Mike Pane Student Athlete Scholarship:
Awarded to a dedicated, high achieving student with leadership qualities who participated in the Gananda Varsity Lacrosse program for at least two years. Recipient shows dedication to the sport and exemplifies characteristics that Mike possessed including being a good friend, citizen, and teammate.

Macedon Town Ambulance Corps Scholarship
Awarded to a student who intends to pursue a career in a medical field, preferably emergency medical services. In addition to participating in an apprenticeship/volunteer services program, the student must demonstrate compassion, a strong work ethic and a willingness to help others. 

J.D. Chapman Agency, Inc. Award

Awarded to a graduating senior who will attend a 2 or 4-year college, with intent to major in a business related field. 

$500

K&D Disposal Salutatorian Scholarship

Awarded to the Salutatorian of the Senior Class.  

$500

Get-It-Straight Orthodontics Scholarship Award

Awarded to a student who underwent complete orthodontic treatment as a patient of Get-It-Straight Orthodontics. Student must have a history of community service, will be attending a 2 or 4 year college, or trade/vocational school. An essay is required.

Mrs. Beverly Nursing Scholarship

Awarded to a student who meets GDFS criteria in the areas of academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, work history and character with an emphasis on volunteerism. Preference given to applicants accepted into a nursing program. This award is given in honor of Mrs. Peg Beverly, dedicated school nurse.

Ryan J. Loftis Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior who will be attending an accredited institution of higher education in the fall and participated in a sport during high school. An essay is required. 

Ruben A. Cirillo Award 

Awarded to a senior continuing his/her education, exemplifying integrity, open-mindedness, gentleness and compassion. Values fair play and a willingness to stand up for others and confront prejudice. Is goal-oriented, with a consistently positive work ethic. 

Abraham Bullis Prize in Mathematics

Awarded to the student with the highest cumulative average in advanced mathematics and will enter college in the fall immediately following graduation. 

Nettie Bullis Prize in Business

Awarded to the senior with the highest cumulative average in business courses. Recipient must have been accepted at a 2 or 4 year college and will enter college in the fall following graduation.

Long Acre Farms Award

In memory of Harlan Lawrence

Awarded to a deserving student not in the top 5% of the class who has participated in community service activities. Special consideration given to students continuing their education in the field of environmental studies.

Drumlin Square Masonic Lodge Scholarship
Awarded to two students who have excelled in community service; are average, hard-working students. Have been accepted and plan to attend an accredited 2 or 4 year college.  Preference given to relatives of Lodge members.

$750 each

The Lyons National Bank Valedictorian Scholarship

Awarded to the Valedictorian of the Senior Class.  

$750

Gananda Employees Care About Kids

Awarded to a senior pursuing higher education who has demonstrated high personal and academic standards throughout his/her high school career and as a result has earned both peer and teacher respect.

Joshua Peter Bourgeois Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to two students who will continue their education and exemplify the characteristics of Joshua. An essay is required

Wesley Richard Smith Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a student who has achieved academic success, demonstrates a history of community service, and is of honorable character.   

Edgar T. Farquhar Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a dedicated high school athlete who is a committed student in good standing, demonstrates good sportsmanship, and is a role model to others. Preference given to a student who plans to continue athletics in college.

Alex Fee Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to two students whose life choices reflect Miss Fee's love of teaching. An essay is required. 

Susan Alexander Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a student in good standing. An essay is required in response to the following: "What do you want to be doing at age 35 and how are you going to make it happen"?

$1,500

Foundations of the Future Award

Awarded to outstanding seniors who meet GDFS standards for academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, work experience and character. Unusual circumstances are considered. An essay is required.  

 $675 each

Phone-a-thon Award (Mail-a-thon Award)

Awarded to seniors pursuing higher education who have demonstrated high personal and academic standards throughout high school, and as a result, have earned both peer and teacher respect. This scholarship is automatically renewed as "Scholarships Plus" for the recipients' sophomore years.

$400
each

Scholarships Plus

Last year's Phone-a-thon (Mail-a-thon) award recipients automatically renew their award as "Scholarships Plus" for their sophomore year. These students must notify the treasurer of their re-registration for the fall. Value of this one-time renewable award depends on endowment earnings and alumni donations.

 $200
each