LANCASTER, Ohio — The Fairfield County Foundation and the Lancaster Rotary Club recently recognized dozens of local students for their academic achievements and future aspirations during the annual Rotary Scholarship Award Reception held May 18.
The organizations announced scholarship awards for the 2026-2027 academic year, distributing 52 scholarships totaling $94,745 to 47 high school and college students throughout Fairfield County.
According to Fairfield County Foundation Chief Executive Officer Amy Eyman, the scholarships represent a long-standing investment in the community’s future.
“Each year, we are inspired by the remarkable achievements and potential of the students receiving Rotary scholarships,” Eyman said. “The Lancaster Rotary Club’s longstanding commitment to education has opened doors for countless local students and strengthened families throughout our community. We are honored to work alongside the Club in administering these 20 scholarship funds and helping invest in the next generation of leaders.”
Scholarships were awarded through a variety of endowed funds supporting students pursuing careers in fields including nursing, dentistry, engineering, accounting, computer science, music, cultural arts, and other areas of study.
Among the recipients were students from Lancaster, Amanda-Clearcreek, Fairfield Union, Bloom-Carroll, Liberty Union, Berne Union, Pickerington, Millersport, Canal Winchester, and Fairfield Christian Academy.
Notable scholarship recipients included:
• Sadie Moore of Bloom-Carroll, recipient of the Fannie M. Howe Nursing Scholarship, who will attend Ohio University.
• Sofia Frangos of Pickerington North, recipient of the Donald I. Rodenbaugh Engineering Scholarship, who plans to attend The Ohio State University.
• Hudson Schultz of Berne Union, recipient of the James & Viola Wayland Accounting & Computer Science Scholarship, who will attend Stanford University.
• Keanu Valdez of Pickerington Central, recipient of the George Sakas Scholarship, who plans to attend Princeton University.
The Fairfield County Foundation administers 20 scholarship funds established through the Lancaster Rotary Club and community donors. The scholarships are designed to help local students pursue higher education and career training opportunities.
The Fairfield County Foundation, established in 1989, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing quality of life and economic vitality throughout Fairfield County. In addition to scholarships, the Foundation supports community initiatives involving the arts, education, health and wellness, children’s programs, and community development.
Students interested in learning more about scholarship opportunities through the Fairfield County Foundation can visit the Foundation’s website or contact Senior Program Officer Abby King for additional information.
