Unrestricted Fund

Income earned on this fund is used to address the most important issues facing local nonprofit organizations, as determined by the Foundation’s Board of Directors. The flexibility of the Unrestricted Fund offers the Foundation an effective way to meet donor interests while recognizing the changing and emerging needs of our community.

Brad VanPelt Scholarship Fund

Brad VanPelt, a native of Owosso, played football at Owosso High School and Michigan State University. The all-pro linebacker then went on to the New York Giants, Los Angeles Raiders and finally the Cleveland Browns. When this scholarship fund was created in 1972, Brad said, "I am certainly excited that Owosso wants to honor me just because I'm an athlete, but the thought that even one person might get a chance to attend college because of the scholarship fund pleases me much more." Scholarships from this fund are available to Owosso High School graduates attending any accredited college or university.

Troy A. Vincke Memorial Scholarship Fund

Troy, who was a 1997 graduate of New Lothrop High School, lost his life in a tragic accident that same year. This fund was started by his family to keep his memory alive forever. The receipients shall be students of New Lothrop High School. The Vincke Family would like to see a well-rounded, deserving "good" kid as a receipient rather than using a high grade point as the measure.

Mary Bea deBoom Wasper Scholarship Fund

This fund was established by Adrian and Myrtle DeBoom in memory of their daughter, Mary Bea, who graduated from Owosso High School in 1951. Mary Bea was a successful secretary for many years with the Teachers Retirement Board in Lansing, Michigan. The scholarship is available to graduating Owosso High School seniors who wish to pursue a career as an administrative assistant.

Merijo Wieber Memorial Scholarship Fund

Merijo Wieber, a Special Education teacher, died in a motorcycle accident in May of 2000 at the age of 39. Her Emerson School family started this fund as an everlasting memorial to Merijo. This scholarship is available to Owosso High School students who plan to attend an accredited college or university with the goal of becoming a special education teacher.

Russell and Annabelle Woodard Memorial Fund

The income from this endowment fund are used in such ways as to benefit family, youth, beautification, and preservation projects as determined by the Foundation’s Board of Directors.

Carl R. Woodbury Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Carl R. Woodbury Memorial Fund was established in 1994 to assist a deserving senior student in furthering their education in an accredited college or trade school in memory of Mr. Woodbury.