HCF announces 2024-25 scholarship recipients

  • HCF announces 2024-25 scholarship recipients
    HCF announces 2024-25 scholarship recipients

    The Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF) has significantly expanded its scholarship program, made possible by the generosity and vision of local donors committed to investing in education. Since its founding in 1965, HCF has remained dedicated to supporting students across the community through access to higher education opportunities.
      This year, the foundation is proud to award $381,950 in scholarships to 150 deserving students. These scholarships serve as a vital resource in helping young people pursue their academic and career aspirations, while also strengthening the future of the community.
     

    The 2025 recipients are listed below in alphabetical order by scholarship name: 

    * Lauren Akerson Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Rylee Olsen, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Gerad and Kelsey Olsen; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Physical Education/Coaching. 
    * Wilbur C. Akerson Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Macy Miller, Hampton High School, 2025; Daughter of Joel and Stephanie Miller; Northwest Missouri State University; Agriculture Education.     
    Morgan Bonifas, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Greg and Barb Bonifas; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agronomy. 
    Devin Danielson, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Darin and Carol Danielson; Northeast Community College; Animal Science, Diversified Agriculture. 
    * Shirley A. Andersen Memorial Teaching Scholarship ($500) -- Sofia Hendrickson, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Robert and Michelle Hendrickson; Wayne State College; Education K-12/Music.     
    * Arthur H. Anderson Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Chase Brei, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Tyler and Jenn Brei; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Natural Resoures & Environmental Economics.
    * Jerry and Bertina Anderson Memorial Scholarship ($1,200) -- Kiersten Dose, Hampton High School, 2018; Daughter of Shane and Theresa Dose; Bryan College of Health Sciences; Nursing. 
    * Ward B. Andrews Memorial Scholarship for Business ($1,000) -- Derek Wilson, Aurora High School, 2024; Son of Rodney and Kristen Wilson; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; International Business Marketing. 
    * Deryl and Janis Arnold Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Asher Prins, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Amy Owens and Jeff Prins; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Finance.
    Jorja Pohlmeier, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Lindsey Pohlmeier; Doane University; Music and Psychology.         
    Karsten Hohm, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Miranda Hohm; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Business.    
    Maggie Brandt, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Jeremy and Dawn Brandt; Northeast Community College; Nursing.     
    Taryn Stettner, Hampton High School, 2025; Daughter of Kris Stettner and Ricky Stettner; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Fine Arts and Studio Arts. 
    * Aurora Baha’i Community Scholarship ($500) -- Jameson Doyle, Hampton High School, 2025; Son of Matthew Doyle and Brandi Schmid; Southeast Community College - Beatrice; Diversified Agriculture.    
    * Aurora Chamber of Commerce Scholarship ($500) -- Jacob Wishman,  Hampton High School, 2023; Son of John and LeAnn Wishman; Central Community College - Grand Island; Business Administration.
    * Aurora Cooperative Scholarship ($1,000) -- Abbie Milton, Friend Public School, 2025; Daughter of Robert and Jill Milton; Northeast Community College; Agribusiness. 
    Allie Howell, High Plains High School, 2025; Daughter of Mike and Lisa Howell; Northeast Community College - Norfolk; Agribusiness.     
    Annalise Jones, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Lance and Reba Jones; Northeast Community College - Norfolk; Pre-Veterinary Technology.     
    Bailey Hall, McCool Junction Public Schools, 2025; Daughter of Jason and Dana Hall; Kansas State University; Veterinary Medicine.
    Candace Lippe, Clay Center High School, Kansas, 2025;  Daughter of Adam and Anna Lippe; Fort Hayes State University; Agribusiness & Agronomy.     
    Emma Ellis-Sack, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Angelique Sack; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Animal Science.
    Ethan Shaw, Sandy Creek High School, 2025; Son of Brian and Julie Shaw; Fort Hayes State University; Agribusiness.     
    Evan Frink, Adams Central High School, 2025; Son of Jason and Sharon Frink, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agriculture Economics.     
    Garrett Scholz, Bertrand High School, 2025; Son of Michael and Sara Scholz; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agribusiness.    
    Roe Patton, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Jerry and Suzanne Patton; Doane University; Agribusiness. 
    * Aurora Education Association Scholarship ($750) -- Willa Sharp, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Jeremy and Megan Sharp; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Music Education/Clarinet. 
    * Aurora High School Alumni Association Class of 2025 Scholarship ($500) -- Aiden Bish, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Nicole and John Bish; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Accounting. 
    * Aurora High School Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship ($500) -- Keelan Phillips, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Jody and Rebecca Phillips; Chadron State College; Biology/Pre-Health.     
    * Aurora High School Alumni Association Scholarship ($500) -- Ella Sandstrom, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Karl and Kristina Larson and the late Lisa Sandstrom; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Psychology, Human Development.
    * Aurora Rotary Club Scholarship ($1,000) -- Parker Smith, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Bob and Tonya Smith; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Business Administration/Marketing.     
    * Aurora Wrestling Club Scholarship ($1,000) --    Briana Onnen, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Eric and Jessica Onnen; Southeast Community College - Beatrice; Elementary Education. 
    Evan Hermanson, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Tessa Stevens and Justin Hermanson; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Criminal Justice/Law.
    * Herbert & Doris Bankson Memorial Scholarship ($750) -- Annalise Jones, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Lance and Reba Jones; Northeast Community College - Norfolk; Pre-Veterinary Technology. 
    * Ivan M. & Agdie I. Bengtson Scholarship ($750) -- Keegan Chaney, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Tammy and George Chaney; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Marketing.
    Kehlanee Bengtson, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of the late Thresea Kinsey; Southeast Community College - Lincoln; Dental Assisting. 
    * Big Iron Realty Scholarship ($2,500) -- Lukas Fry, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Kara Hauschild and Jason Fry; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agribusiness. 
    * Doyle and Evelyn Bish Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Reagan Janzen, Giltner High School, 2018; Daughter of Doug and Debbie Janzen; Bryan College of Health Sciences; Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice.
    * George C. and Sarah Strickler Bute Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Madisyn Willis, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Micah and Sara Willis; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Business Administration/Accounting.
    Sarah Springer, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Scott and Candy Springer; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Fisheries and Wildlife. 
    * Dean & Pat Carriker Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Jeryn McClain, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Jason and Aimee Robinson and Matt McClain; Northeast Community College; Electrical Construction. 
    * Carl Chader Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Addison Lindburg, High Plains High School, 2025; Daughter of Jeff and Kristi Lindburg; Southeast Community College - Lincoln; Nursing.
    Jasmine Hansen, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Jon and Joyce Hansen; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Interdisciplinary Studies.
    * Megan K. Christensen Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Arizona Johnson, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Jeremy and Lori Johnson; Augustana University; Communications Disorders. 
    * Jim & LaVonne Clarke Scholarship ($1,000) --     CoralAnn Van Landingham, Hampton High School, 2025; Daughter of Vicki and Justin Spady; Northeast Community College - Norfolk; Nursing.
    Hannah Janda, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of    Brent and Danielle Janda; Central Community College - Columbus; Kinesiology & Exercise Science.
    Jack Spiehs, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Mindy and Jeff Spiehs; Northeast Community College - Norfolk; Utility Line.
    Landon Siebke, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Carrie Siebke; Northeast Community College; Utility Line.    
    Maggie Brandt, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Jeremy and Dawn Brandt; Northeast Community College; Nursing. 
    * Bob Clay Memorial Scholarship ($3,000) -- Addison Fahrnbruch, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Dustin and Deborah Fahrnbruch; Doane University; Secondary Education.
    * Cornerstone Bank Scholarship - Aurora ($1,000) -- Jorja Pohlmeier, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of  Lindsey Pohlmeier; Doane University; Music and Psychology.
    * Cornerstone Bank Scholarship - Giltner ($1,000) -- Kaitlyn Kothe, Giltner High School, 2025; Daughter of Eric and Leaha Kothe; South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Geology.
    * Cornerstone Bank Scholarship - Hampton ($1,000) -- Bryce Joseph, Hampton High School, 2025; Son of Eric Joseph and Morgan Prochaska; Southeast Community College; Business.
    * Edward & Alma Daniel Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Cara Thomas, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Sarii and Jeremiah Thomas; Central Community College - Grand Island; Forensic Science. 
    * Alice G. Eberhard Memorial Scholarship ($1,500) --    Alexandra Wolinski, Hampton High School, 2021; Daughter of Ken and Tammy Wolinski; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Elementary Education.
    KyleeYoung, Hampton High School, 2024; Daughter of Josh and Amber Young; Central Community College - Grand Island; Business Administration.
    Lillian Dose, Hampton High School, 2023; Daughter of Shane and Theresa Dose; Concordia University - Seward; Art Education.
    * Thelma Clara Elkjer Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Sarah Mead, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Steve and Deb Mead; Northeast Community College - Norfolk;  Animal Science. 
    Dylan Danielson, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Darin and Carol Danielson; Hastings College; Agribusiness.
    * Bob and Carol Ernst Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Kinley Sweeney, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Echo Sweeney; Central Community College - Grand Island; Healthcare.
    * Frank M. & Alice Farr Trust Scholarship ($2,500) -- Bradyn Roebuck, Aurora High School,    2024; Son of Jr. and Kristen Roebuck; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Film Studies.
    Breckin Hatch, Aurora High School, 2024; Son of  Jason Hatch and Michelle Whelan; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Finance.
    Carrie Brosman, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Cory and Cindy Brosman; Hastings College; History & Political Science.
    Carsen Staehr, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Jay and Kim Staehr; University of South Dakota; Exercise Science/Physical Therapy.
    Devin Otto, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Jay and Michelle Otto; Hastings College; Business Administration. 
    Ethan Raemaekers, Aurora High School, 2024; Son of Ryan and Jen Raemaekers; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Computer Science.
    Hayden Farris, Hampton High School, 2024; Son of John and Regina Farris; Wayne State College; Social Sciences & History Education.
    Jack Allen, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of John and Suzanne Allen; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Geography/Political Science.
    Jenna Carlson, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Chad and Yvonne Carlson; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Management.
    Kaelin Sparr, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Darren and Darla Sparr; Fort Hayes State University; Health and Human Performance.
    Kaiden Wineteer, Aurora High School, 2024; Son of Ryan and Cassie Wineteer; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Business Administration.
    Kaitlyn Oswald, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Chad and Joni Oswald; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Neuroscience and Gerontology.
    Kylie Mersch, Hampton High School, 2022; Daughter of Bill and Kerilyn Mersch; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Communications Disorders.
    Kylie Svoboda, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Chad and Bridgett Svoboda; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Marketing.
    Lucas Riley, Aurora High School, 2024; Son of Pam Riley and Mike Riley; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Finance and Accounting.
    * Frank M. Farr Rotary Club of Aurora Scholarship ($7,500) -- Skyler Scheidemann, Hampton High School, 2025;  Daughter of Corey and Jami Scheidemann; Wayne State College; Elementary Education.
    * John and Imogene Florea Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Rachel Hunter, Aurora High School, 2022;    Daughter of Michael and Kelly Hunter; University of Nebraska Medical Center; Nursing.
    * Wilt & Eileen Forsman Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Skyler Scheidemann, Hampton High School, 2025; Daughter of Corey and Jami Scheidemann; Wayne State College; Elementary Education.
    * Brent & Michael Furse Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Sophie Faltys, Giltner High School, 2025; Daughter of Lee and Vicki Faltys; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Advertising/Public Relations.
    * Joan M. Gilbert Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) --     Madison Stevenson, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Tom and Julie Stevenson; Clarkson College; Nursing.
    * Giltner Alumni and Community Foundation Scholarship ($1,000) -- James Scott, Giltner High School, 2025; Son of James and Courtney Scott; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Undecided.
    Sophie Faltys, Giltner High School, 2025; Daughter of Lee and Vicki Faltys; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Advertising/Public Relations.
    Wyatt Bartunek, Giltner High School, 2025; Son of Celeste and Darren Bartunek; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Chemical Engineer.
    * Ray A. & Francis Griffin Memorial Scholarship    ($1,000) -- Kaitlyn Kothe, Giltner High School, 2025; Daughter of Eric and Leaha Kothe; South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Geology. 
    * Rhonda Grosshans Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Lilliauna Champion, Aurora High School, 2025;    Daughter of Meagan Champion and Tim Champion; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Elementary Education.
    * Hamilton Co. Jr. Pork Producers Scholarship ($1,000) -- Emilia Huls, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Tim and Rebecca Huls; Northeast Community College; Animal Science.
    * Hamilton County Corn Growers Association Scholarship ($1,000) -- Brady Goertzen, Heartland Community School, 2025; Son of Jared and Sarah Goertzen; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Engineering.
    Phillip Kreutz, Giltner High School, 2024; Son of Jim and Jaime Kreutz; University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Agribusiness.
    * Glenn R. & Eva E. Haworth Scholarship ($2,500) -- Annalese Talkington, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Brad and Holly Talkington; Nebraska Wesleyan University; International Business/Spanish Language.
    Eva Fahrnbruch, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Dustin and Deborah Fahrnbruch; Nebraska Wesleyan University; Accounting.
    Kasey Schuster, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Scott and Dara Schuster; Nebraska Wesleyan University; Nursing.
    Kassidy Quandt, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Ken and Kimberly Quandt; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Biology Comprehensive.
    * John E. Haworth Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Owen Luebbe, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Brant and Jeanne Luebbe; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Pre-Medicine.
    n B. Keith & Norma F. Heuermann Scholarship ($5,000) -- Annalese Talkington, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Brad and Holly Talkington; Nebraska Wesleyan University; International Business/Spanish Language.
    Eva Fahrnbruch, Aurora High School,    2023; Daughter of Dustin and Deborah Fahrnbruch; Nebraska Wesleyan University; Accounting.
    Kasey Schuster, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Scott and Dara Schuster; Nebraska Wesleyan University; Nursing.
    * B. Keith & Norma F. Heuermann Scholarship ($15,000) -- Ansley Harvey, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Pat and Charyse Harvey; Nebraska Wesleyan University; English and Secondary Education.
    Aleah Vinkenberg, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Dan and Shawna Vinkenberg; Nebraska Wesleyan University; Exercise Science/Physical Therapy.
    Kevin Wagoner, Aurora High School, 2022; Son of Mike and Lorna Wagoner; Nebraska Wesleyan University; Physics, Pre-Engineering.
    * Howard Holland Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Kylon Jurgens, Giltner High School, 2024; Son of Nathan Kortum; Fort Hayes State University; Pre-Medicine.
    * J. Walter Hudson & Thelma Hudson Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Hailey Hanneman, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Kirk and Tara Hanneman; University of Nebraska - Kearney; K-12 Art Education.
    * Melvin & Virgie Hurst Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Kennedy Kleinschmidt, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Monica Ball Kleinschmidt and Scott Kleinschmidt; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Psychology/Clinical Science and Human Services.
    * Veedis “Veda” Jacobs Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Nevaeh Lukassen, Hampton High School, 2024; Daughter of Heaven Hall; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Family & Child Advocacy.
    * Jean Jemison Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) --    Emma Wray, Giltner High School, 2022; Daughter of Melody and Josh Sage; Wayne State College; Biology/Pre-Physician Assistant.
    * Michael Jones Memorial Scholarship ($500) --  Kassidy Quandt, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Ken and Kimberly Quandt; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Biology Comprehensive.
    * Diane Keller Healthcare Scholarship ($4,000) -- Kinley Sweeney, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Echo Sweeney; Central Community College - Grand Island; Healthcare.
    * Floyd Kerr & William M. Bobst Memorial Community College Scholarship ($3,000) -- Addisyn Dummer, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Ryan and Lana Dummer; Mary Lanning Healthcare; Radiology. 
    Briana Onnen, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Eric and Jessica Onnen; Southeast Community College - Beatrice; Elementary Education.
    Jameson Doyle, Hampton High School, 2025; Son of Matthew Doyle and Brandi Schmid; Southeast Community College - Beatrice; Diversified Agriculture. 
    Kehlanee Bengtson, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of the late Thresea Kinsey; Southeast Community College - Lincoln; Dental Assisting.
    * Floyd Kerr & William M. Bobst Memorial Scholarship ($5,000) -- Aiden Bish, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Nicole and John Bish; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Accounting.
    Brooke Lubke, Hampton High School, 2023; Daughter of Jennifer Lubke; University of Nebraska Medical Center; Nursing.
    Danielle Dowling, Hampton High School, 2024; Daughter of Troy and Rhonda Dowling; Wayne State College; Elementary Education/Special Education.
    Ella Sandstrom, Aurora High School, 2023; Daughter of Karl and Kristina Larson and the late Lisa Sandstrom; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Psychology, Human Development. 
    Emmaleigh Stump, Hampton High School, 2022; Daughter of Leland and Angela Stump; University of Nebraska - Kearney; English - Creative Writing.
    Emmanuel Zhakata, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Stephen and Agnes Zhakata; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Accounting.
    Grace Howland, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Kimberly Kruse and Kyle Howland; Wayne State College; Psychology.  
    Kennedy Kleinschmidt Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Monica Ball Kleinschmidt and Scott Kleinschmidt; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Psychology/Clinical Science and Human Services.     
    Laighla Gimpel, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Todd and Beth Gimpel; Bryan College of Health Sciences; Nursing.
    Samuel Wishman, Hampton High School, 2024; Son of John and LeAnn Wishman; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Journalism & Broadcasting Media Production.    
    * Keystone Lodge #62 Scholarship ($1,000) --  Ethan Ballard, Doniphan-Trumbull High School, 2025; Son of Laura Ballard and Tom Ballard;  University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Business Finance.
    * Ken Killion Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Dane Bellis, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Julie Bellis and Abby and Drew Bellis; Northeast Community College - Norfolk; Agribusiness.
    * Norma J. Kreutz Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Katelyn Goertzen, Hampton High School, 2006; Husband, Coleman Goertzen; University of Nebraska - Kearney; School Counseling.
    * Patricia A. Kreutz Memorial Scholarship ($2,000) -- Noah Ziegler, Aurora High School, 2022; Son of Dan and Dixie Ziegler; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Business Administration/Secondary Education.
    Wyatt James, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Kiley and Charly James; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Secondary Education/Social Studies.
    * Myrl S. & Bessie Evans Mather Foundation Scholarship ($1,500) -- Jake Cattau, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Sonja Janssen and Jeremy Cattau; Florida Atlantic University; Medical Biology. 
    * Evelyn May Memorial Scholarship - College Students ($1,000) -- Abbey Arndt, Hampton High School, 2021; Daughter of Matt and Angie Arndt; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Early Childhood Inclusive / K-6 Special Education.
    Jaylee Schuster, Aurora High School, 2021; Daughter of Scott and Dara Schuster; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Elementary and Special Education.
    * Evelyn May Memorial Scholarship - High School Seniors ($1,000) -- Danielle Dowling, Hampton High School, 2024; Daughter of Troy and Rhonda Dowling;    Wayne State College; Elementary Education/Special Education. 
    Torrance Danhauer, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Anne and Zack Danhauer; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Elementary Education.
    * Charles “Shorty” McDonald Memorial Scholarship    ($500) -- Dylan Danielson, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Darin and Carol Danielson; Hastings College; Agribusiness. 
    * Memorial Community Health Inc. Scholarship ($1,000) -- Raegan Hansen, Hampton High School, 2025; Daughter of Jeff and Brandi Hansen; Southeast Community College - Lincoln; Physical Therapy Assistant.
    * Barbara J. Otto Meyer Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Laighla Gimpel, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Todd and Beth Gimpel; Bryan College of Health Sciences; Nursing.
    * Rex & Janet Meyer Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Alexander Peters, Aurora High School, 2022; Son of Brian and Heather Peters; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Mathematics. 
    Andrew Bell, Aurora High School, 2021; Son of Rick and Diane Bell; University of Nebraska - Lincoln;  Accounting.
    * Mid-Nebraska Disposal Scholarship ($1,000) --  Jake Cattau, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Sonja Janssen and Jeremy Cattau; Florida Atlantic University; Medical Biology.
    * David & Myrtle Myers Scholarship ($1,000) --  Taylor Janda, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Brent and Danielle Janda; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Business Administration & Psychology.
    * Alfred P. Nelson Memorial Scholarship ($3,500) --    Elena Kuehner, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Bill and Jennie Kuehner; University of Alabama; Chemistry & Biology.
    Kaitlyn Hunter, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Bill and Jennifer Hunter; Bryan College of Health Sciences; Nursing.
    Keelan Phillips, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Jody and Rebecca Phillips; Chadron State College; Biology/Pre-Health.
    Piper Oswald, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Aaron and Stephanie Oswald; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Pre-Physical Therapy/Pediatrics.
    Rachel Hunter, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Michael and Kelly Hunter; University of Nebraska Medical Center; Nursing.
    * Larry & Jeanie Nelson Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Brooklynn Christenson, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Jerrid Christenson and Teresa Miller; Wayne State College; Nursing.
    * Donald A., Betty Lou & Robert L. Nielsen Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Ethan Hurt, Hampton High School, 2024; Son of Heather Schultz and Adam Hurt; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Exercise Science.
    * Mae Gunnarson Olson P.E.O. Scholarship ($750) --    Grace Howland, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Kimberly Kruse and Kyle Howland; Wayne State College; Psychology.
    * James Oswald Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Emma Ellis-Sack, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Angelique Sack; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Animal Science.
    * Alta Louise Otto Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) --     Taryn McKinney, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Brett and Sheri McKinney; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Elementary Education.
    * R.M. “Bud” & Mary Ann Pence Scholarship ($500) -- Thomas Brandl, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Marcus and Tami Brandl; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Mechanical Engineering. 
    * Harlan & Emma Jane Peterson Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Rylan Bartek, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Todd and Melissa Bartek; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Pre-Medicine.
    * Phillips Community Scholarship ($1,500) -- Kimberly Evans, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Robert and Penny Evans; Peru State College; Wildlife Ecology. 
    * John F. & Mary Quinn Scholarship ($1,000) --    Emma Hitts, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Foster and Felicia Hitts; Wayne State College; Nursing.
    * Dick Regier Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Wade Ohlson, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Cory and Tracy Ohlson; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agriculture Business.
    * Ted and Marjorie Regier Scholarship ($1,000) -- Emma Ellis-Sack, Aurora High School, 2025;  Daughter of Angelique Sack; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Animal Science.
    * Todd Alan Regier Memorial Community College Scholarship ($500) -- Koby Nachtigal, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Josh and Jenny Nachtigal; Southeast Community College - Beatrice; Agriculture Management & Production-Agronomy.
    * Todd Alan Regier Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Drew Knust, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Troy and Cami Knust; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agribusiness.
    * Rempel Family Scholarship ($1,000) -- Morgan    Calkins, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Brian and Kim Calkins; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Business Administration/Accounting. 
    * Blanche M. Ross Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Jasmine Hansen, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Jon and Joyce Hansen; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Interdisciplinary Studies.
    * Kelly J. Ross Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) --  Naela Merrihew, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Shana and Braxton Merrihew; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Biology/Health Science. 
    * Valta and Cindy Ross Memorial Scholarship ($2,000) -- Aidan Feely, Aurora High School, 2022; Son of William and Dawn Feely; Moody Bible Institute; Biblical Studies.
    * Bonnie Rudy Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Makenna Oswald, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Chad and Joni Oswald; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Mathematics/Statistics. 
    * Jim Salmon Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Cole Krejci, Aurora High School, 2024; Son of Mike and Shari Krejci; Central Community College - Hastings; Diesel Technology.
    * Betty Grosvenor Saunders Scholarship in Education ($500) -- Addison Fahrnbruch, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Dustin and Deborah Fahrnbruch; Doane University; Secondary Education.
    * J. Michael Saxton Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Emary Rhoades, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Jon and Cristin Rhoades; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Radiology Technology.
    * Donald L. Schaffert Memorial Scholarship ($5,000) -- Kash Majerus, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Ryan and Samantha Majerus; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Animal Science.
    * Donald L. Schaffert Memorial Scholarship ($7,500) -- Matthew Schaffert, Aurora High School, 2024; Son of Sonja Schaffert and Lance Luddington; Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture; Diversified Agriculture.
    Addison Wilson, Giltner High School, 2023; Daughter of Michael and Amy Wilson; Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture; Agriculture Education.
    * Stella Schaffert Memorial Scholarship ($1,500) -- Evan Pankoke, Hampton High School, 2024; Son of Derek and Jenni Klute and Mitch and Kelsey Pankoke; Northeast Community College; Agribusiness. 
    * Jean Schuster Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Lilliauna Champion, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Meagan Champion and Tim Champion; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Elementary Education. 
    * Arthur L. Scott Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Jameson Doyle, Hampton High School, 2025; Son of Matthew Doyle and Brandi Schmid; Southeast Community College - Beatrice; Diversified Agriculture. 
    * Edith L. Scott Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Brooke Lubke, Hampton High School, 2023; Daughter of Jennifer Lubke; University of Nebraska Medical Center; Nursing.
    * Ethel M. Shaneyfelt Nursing Scholarship ($1,000) -- Emma Hitts, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Foster and Felicia Hitts; Wayne State College; Nursing.
    * John & Edith Pratt Stauffer Scholarship ($1,000) -- Charles Evans, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Christian and Suzanne Evans; Concordia University - Seward; Accounting.
    * Dr. Edmund A. Steenburg Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Sydney Thomas, Aurora High School, 2024; Daughter of Phil and Shelly Thomas; Wayne State College; Chemistry/Health Sciences/Pre-Medicine. 
    * Larry Stettner Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Evan    Pankoke, Hampton High School, 2024; Son of Derek and Jenni Klute and Mitch and Kelsey Pankoke; Northeast Community College; Agribusiness.
    * Alvin & Rose Marie Stranberg Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Courtney Carlstrom, High Plains High School, 2025; Daughter of Tiffany Carlstrom and Darold Carlstrom; Wayne State College; Applied Human & Sports Physiology.
    * Anita Kay Thomas Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Emma Young, Hampton High School, 2023; Daughter of Josh and Amber Young; University of Nebraska Medical Center; Pre-Nursing.
    * Carol J. Thomas Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Gabriel  Peterson, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Jason and Liz Peterson; Southeast Community College - Lincoln; Nursing.
    * John G. Thomas Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Brian Dieckmann, Aurora High School, 2022; Son of Jason and Crystal Dieckmann; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Exercise Science.
    * Dale Traudt Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Thomas Brandl, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of  Marcus and Tami Brandl; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Mechanical Engineering.
    * Jana Van Housen Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Lucas Talkington, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Brad and Holly Talkington; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Acting.
    * Marie Vetter Memorial Scholarship ($1,500) -- Ayden Brophy,    Aurora High School, 2022; Son of Aric and Tamara Brophy; University of Nebraska - Kearney; Biology Education with Wildlife Emphasis.
    * Delmer Wadell Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Phillip Kreutz, Giltner High School, 2024; Son of Jim and Jaime Kreutz; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agribusiness.
    * Wilbur Weedin Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Jacob Fink, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Cassie and Jeff Fink; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Fisheries and Wildlife.
    * Karen Louise Nielsen Wilcox Memorial Scholarship ($2,000) -- Rylan Willis, Aurora High School, 2019; Son of Micah and Sara Willis; Cleveland University - Kansas City; Chiropractic.
    * Clifford Williams Memorial Scholarship ($2,000) -- Dylan Dubas, Aurora High School, 2023; Son of Heather Dubas and Keith Dubas; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Civil Engineering - Transportation.
    * Genene & Robert Willis Scholarship ($500) -- Jeryn McClain, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Jason and Aimee Robinson and Matt McClain; Northeast Community College; Electrical Construction.
    * Jim Willis Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Jeryn McClain, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Jason and Aimee Robinson and Matt McClain; Northeast Community College; Electrical Construction.
    * Women in Philanthropy Scholarship ($1,000) -- Piper Oswald, Aurora High School, 2025; Daughter of Aaron and Stephanie Oswald; University of Nebraska - Omaha; Pre-Physical Therapy/Pediatrics.
    * Dr. James & Mabel Woodard Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Grace Randell, Aurora High School, 2022; Daughter of Jeff and Hannah Randell; Clarkson College; Nursing.
    * Clair “Shorty” & Evelyn Zehr Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Lukas Fry, Aurora High School, 2025; Son of Kara Hauschild and Jason Fry; University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Agribusiness.