Abbott Forrester Garn Scholarship

The Abbott Forrester Garn Scholarship, administered by the Heritage Fund of Bartholomew County, supports graduating seniors from Columbus East High School who plan to pursue higher education in the United States. To qualify, applicants must be multi-sport athletes who participate in at least two sports. The selection committee looks for candidates who exhibit a civic-minded and mission-oriented character, consistently prioritizing the needs of others. Along with the standard application materials, students must submit an additional letter of recommendation written by a teacher or a coach. The award ranges from $1000-$3000 and is designed to help cover tuition and other qualified educational expenses. While applicants should complete their standard federal or state financial aid forms to establish general aid eligibility, this specific program requires students to submit the provider's combined application. The complete application package must be submitted through the online portal by the deadline of January 29, 2027, 4pm.