ANNOUNCEMENT: the scholarship deadline has been extended! Applications that were originally due April 1st, are now due to your local community action agency (postmarked) by Friday, May 29th. Email scholarships@coadinc.org any time with questions.
The David V. Stivison Appalachian Community Action Scholarship Fund was created in memory of the former COAD employee as a tribute to his pursuit of academic excellence and his commitment to help others achieve their fullest potential. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are residents of the 30 counties in the Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development service area and want to attend college but lack the required resources.
1/23/2020 ANNOUNCEMENT: THE APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR 2020-2021 ARE NOW UPDATED AND READY FOR DOWNLOAD.
I am pleased to announce the availability of this scholarship fund for students in our 30-county service area who want to attend an institution of higher education, but lack the required resources to do so. The Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development (COAD) is offering this scholarship in collaboration with its member Community Action Agencies.
Who is eligible? How do you apply?
To apply, contact your nearest member agency and fill out the downloadable forms below.
- Application Checklist (.pdf format)
- Application for Financial Assistance (.pdf format)
- Household Income Statement and Verification Form (.pdf format)
- Counselor/Principal Evaluation Form (.pdf format)
Email the Scholarship Administrator with any questions. Applications are due to your local Community Action Agency by April 1st. Good luck, students!