Handley School Foundation Alumni Scholarship

  The Program for the Creative and Academically Talented (PCAT) was established at Handley School in 1981 to address the special learning needs of bright children. It is a place where academically talented students find studies, support and guidance to nurture their potential. The program is based on the belief that all children deserve more

Guadalupe “Lupe” Gomez Memorial Scholarship

The Guadalupe “Lupe” Gomez Memorial Scholarship was started by Lupe’s family shortly after she passed away on March 1, 2009.   Lupe was the secretary at the Saginaw Board of Education and Arthur Eddy Junior High School for 15 years. During her time at the school, Lupe touched the lives of many students. She also

Great Lakes Safety Training Center Scholarship

Great Lakes Safety Training Center (GLSTC) established this fund with the help of many local contractors and businesses to benefit individuals who are pursuing a career in the trades or construction with an emphasis on safety. Their mission is “Preparing People to Live Safely Every Day” and would like to support those who want to

Gene & Shirley Nuckolls Scholarship

  The Gene and Shirley Nuckolls Scholarship was established to give financial assistance to a Saginaw Public Schools graduating senior who plans to pursue a teaching career at the secondary level.   Shirley Nuckolls, a graduate of Saginaw High School, worked in the Saginaw Public Schools for over 30 years as a teacher, counselor and

Gary R. Bierlein Memorial Scholarship

The Gary R. Bierlein Memorial Scholarship was established in 1989 in memory of Saginaw businessman Gary R. Bierlein, who was tragically killed in an airplane crash. Scholarships in the amount of $1,500 are awarded to students attending Saginaw Valley State University and are involved in extracurricular activities both in their schools and in their communities.

Gary K. Barker Science Scholarship

  The Gary K. Barker Science Scholarship was created for talented science students to pursue college studies in science, engineering or science education.   In 2001, Gary K. Barker retired after 36 years of teaching science in public schools in Michigan and Ohio. 32 of those years were spent in the Saginaw Public Schools –

Frank N. Andersen Memorial Scholarship

The Frank N. Andersen Memorial Scholarship is given in memory of longtime Saginaw philanthropist Frank N. Andersen. As a community benefactor, Mr. Andersen was responsible for many projects that enhance the quality of life throughout the Saginaw area. Community projects such as the Andersen Water Park, Andersen Enrichment Center, Tobico Marsh Wildlife Refuge, and Covenant

Flegenheimer Family Scholarship

The Flegenheimer Family Scholarship was created in 1998 to give Saginaw County students the opportunity to further their education. It is hoped this scholarship will allow students to become better prepared for the future. The scholarship was established by Marjorie and Ernest Flegenheimer in recognition of the importance of education and the difference it can

Evelyn Faye Spates Memorial Scholarship

The Evelyn Faye Spates Memorial Scholarship was established by her mother Leona Clark-Spates, sister Delena Spates-Allen and nieces ShaRease Price and BreAna Allen, to enable a deserving young person to pursue his/her education endeavors in the field of Education.   Evelyn was born on May 8, 1963 in Saginaw, Michigan. She attended Saginaw Public Schools,

Emily Anne Dressler Memorial Scholarship

The Emily Anne Dressler Memorial Scholarship, established in 1993, is dedicated to the memory of and is a lasting tribute to a young lady who brought the blessings of joy and happiness to everyone who knew her. Her love of life and others, happy disposition and positive, appreciative attitude were evident throughout her life.