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Harry and Arlene Bohr Memorial Scholarship Fund

Blackford County Community Foundation

This scholarship was established by Arlene and Harry J. Bohr, the writer of Teenage Hobos published in 1998 to supports a student pursuing a post-secondary education in the field of journalism, creative writing, composition, English, or other field related to writing.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Graduating high school seniors,
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Character Traits:
    Leadership or character
  • School:
    Blackford High School
  • Major/Career:
    Planning to pursue postsecondary education in journalism, creative writing, composition, English, or other fields related to writing.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Not required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    1. Write a statement of your educational and career objectives and goals for the future. 2. Describe how and when any unusual family or personal circumstances have affected your achievement in school, work experience, and/or participation in school and community activities.3. In a brief paragraph please describe Why you are in need of financial aid for your secondary schooling? (This is to be no more than 100 words)

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