Scholarship Opportunities
We help those seeking educational opportunities that will enrich their lives—and enhance our community.
Please note that scholarships administered by the Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties are awarded through a variety of different mechanisms, including by school district selection, public application, or through our community partners, such as Utica Dollars for Scholars.
Created by Peter Kupfer and Paul Sinclair to provide a community service award to a Little Falls high school graduate in honor of their cousins and longtime Little Falls residents Erich and Ruth Kupfer.
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Be attending Little Falls High School
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Be accepted and planning to attend an accredited a 2-year or 4-year college or university
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Demonstrate financial need and/or family hardship
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Exhibit an interest in their community through community service or volunteerism
Established by Elisabeth Battle to award scholarships to students from Little Falls High School.
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Be a student at Little Falls High School
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Be planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university
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Demonstrate financial need
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Pursuing a course of study in English, journalism or writing (preferred)