East Union Dollars for Scholars organized in 1991 in Afton, Iowa

East Union Dollars for Scholars in Afton, Iowa, began with a group of community members who came together to discuss the possibilities and the impact a foundation for scholarships could have for students at East Union. Specifically how a permanent fund could be established where only the interest earned off the principal would be used for scholarships.

East Union Dollars for Scholars in Afton, Iowa, is part of Scholarship America. We are a 501(c)(3) organization and all donations are tax-deductible.

In the summer of 1991 we started our chapter with our first contribution of $100 coming to us from the East Union Student Council.

Our first scholarships were awarded to graduates of the East Union "Class of 1992".

East Union Dollars for Scholars in Afton, Iowa, is supported through donations from individuals, organizations and businesses. We receive donations, which set up memorial scholarships and endowments. We receive donations, which are given in memory of a family member, classmate, or former teacher. Many donations are given simply as a donation and become part of our general scholarship fund.

Through a challenge from South Central Iowa Community Foundation - Endow Union County (2009) we have also been able to establish a permanent endowment fund with South Central Iowa Community Foundation. Right now this East Union Dollars for Scholars scholarship endowment fund, held with South Central Iowa Community Foundation, is over $60,000. All donations designated to this fund are tax-deductible and also qualify for the Endow Iowa Tax Credit.

If you have questions or would like to make a donation to East Union Dollars for Scholars please do not hesitate to contact Sarah Long at eastunion@dollarsforscholars.org or you may mail donations to us at East Union Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 15, Afton, Iowa  50830.  Checks should be made payable to "East Union Dollars for Scholars".

To be considered for an East Union Dollars for Scholars Scholarship, you must first be a graduating senior of East Union Community School in Afton, Iowa. Senior students must complete our online East Union Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Application, found under "Students and Parents Login" tab above.

Applications are reviewed by the East Union Dollars for Scholars Selection Committee. The scholarship selection committee is made up of community members from Afton, Arispe-Shannon City and Lorimor-Thayer areas.

Scholarships are awarded during graduation ceremonies in May.

 

East Union Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 15, Afton, Iowa 50830