Deadline for filing Monroe Area Community Foundation (MACF) applications is 3:00 p.m. on March 15 of each year.  Available are the following Monroe Area Community Foundation (MACF) scholarships:

James A. Macready, M. D. Memorial Scholarship.  $1,000 scholarship for a graduating senior at Monroe Local High School enrolled in a four-year college or university with a major that qualifies the student to enter the field of allopathic medicine. A grade point average for grades 9-12 that is acceptable for enrollment in an accredited school, college, or university pursuing study in the medical field at college level is also required. A teaching field of study applicant may be considered if no medical application is received.

Richard L. Miltenberger Memorial Scholarship.  $500 scholarship for a graduating senior at Monroe Local High School who has lettered in a sport at Monroe High School and enrolls and plans to pursue studies in fine arts, whether it be graphic arts, design, animation, art education or similar studies including the use of computers in the field of art.

James M. Anderson, M. D. and Bertha Anderson Family Scholarship. $1000 scholarship to be given for a graduating senior at Monroe Local High School enrolled in a four-year college or university with a major that qualifies the student to enter the field of allopathic medicine. All applicants must be students in good standing with a grade point average for grades 9-12 that is acceptable for enrollment in an accredited school, college or university pursuing study in the medical field at a college level.

Walter L. Bake Memorial Scholarship Fund.  $500 scholarship to a graduating student at Monroe High School enrolling in a community college or four-year college with a major of the recipient's choice.

Lee Ann Miltenberger Memorial Scholarship Award Fund. Three (3) Two Hundred Dollar ($200) scholarships or awards for three Monroe seniors for outstanding achievement in study of photography, drama (production) and music (vocal). These subjects were not only Lee Ann’s favorites, but also proved to be very helpful in her job experiences and enjoyment throughout her lifetime.

Monte R. Miltenberger Memorial Scholarship Fund. $250 scholarship to a Monroe Local High School graduating senior who is continuing education in a field of study at a technical or vocational school.

Nancy Cahill G.I.G.G.L.E.S. Memorial Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is available to graduating students from Monroe Local Schools who have shown a great interest in the community. It is intended for, but not limited to, persons aspiring to attend any post-secondary degree or certificate program.  This scholarship is awarded to usually three or four eligible students in amounts from $250 to $750.

The Janine Westercamp Memorial Scholarship Fund.  This $250 scholarship is available to graduating students from Monroe Local Schools who are pursuing study in family or social service or education.

The Todd Miltenberger Memorial Scholarship Fund.  This $250 scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Monroe Local Schools who are pursuing a major of his or her choice at an accredited college or university.  The applicants must have displayed outstanding leadership qualities and also participated in a varsity sport while giving loyal service to the Monroe community and Monroe Local Schools.