ROSCOMMON COUNTY — The Roscommon County Community Foundation (RCCF) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Scholarship Program and Summer Enrichment Scholarships.
These awards will provide local students with meaningful financial support to pursue higher education, skilled trades, and summer enrichment opportunities.
Each year, RCCF awards scholarships made possible by generous donors who believe in investing in the future of Roscommon County students. These scholarships support students at every stage of their educational journey—from middle school enrichment programs to college, trade, and vocational training.
2026 Scholarship Applications – Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
RCCF’s general scholarship application is currently OPEN and provides access to 40 scholarship funds supporting a wide range of academic interests, career paths, and student backgrounds.
Before Applying, Students Should Know:
- · Applicants should draft responses in a Word document or Google Doc before submitting
- · Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 or GED score of 145
- · A copy of the FAFSA Eligibility Overview is required
(FAFSA form answers should NOT be uploaded) - · All application questions and required documents must be completed
(No exceptions) - · FAFSA information is available at fafsa.gov
Students can explore all available scholarships and eligibility criteria at www.myrccf.org/funds/
Scholarship opportunities include support for:
- · Graduating seniors and current college students
- · Students pursuing college, community college, trade, technical, or vocational education.
- Career paths including healthcare, education, skilled trades, athletics, arts, law, automotive, hospitality, and public service
- Graduates from Roscommon High School, Houghton Lake High School, Charlton Heston Academy, and homeschool students
- Students with financial need, strong academic performance, leadership, sportsmanship, and community involvement
Scholarships range from one-time awards to renewable multi-year funding, depending on the fund.
Summer Enrichment Scholarships – Application Deadline: March 17, 2026
RCCF is also accepting applications for Summer Enrichment Scholarships, designed to help students participate in athletic, music, and fine arts camps during the summer months. These opportunities allow students to build skills, confidence, and leadership outside the traditional classroom.
Available Summer Enrichment Scholarships Include:
Athletic & Music Opportunities
- · The “Big Buck Open” Athletic Scholarship
Roscommon High School students (Grades 9–11) attending a summer athletic camp - · Kimberly Mires Athletic & Music Scholarship
Female Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 5–11) attending athletic or music camps - · Jim “Smitty” Smith Athletic Fund
Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 8–11) attending athletic camps - · Larry Sumerix Memorial – Summer Music Scholarship
Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 5–11) attending music enrichment camps - · Richard & Margaret Torongo Memorial Scholarship
Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 5–8) attending athletic or fine arts camps
Summer Enrichment Requirements:
- · Attendance at a student-selected summer camp
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- · Three letters of recommendation attesting to citizenship
(No more than one from a teacher; family members not permitted)
Apply Today
RCCF encourages students to begin the application process early to ensure all materials are completed before the deadlines.
Scholarship Applications Close: March 1, 2026
Summer Enrichment Applications Close: March 17, 2026.
Summer Enrichment Applications Close: March 17, 2026.
To apply or learn more, visit www.myrccf.org
Questions? Call us at 989-275-3112 or email our staff at [email protected]
Scholarship opportunities include support for:
- Graduating seniors and current college students
- Students pursuing college, community college, trade, technical, or vocational education.
- Career paths including healthcare, education, skilled trades, athletics, arts, law, automotive, hospitality, and public service
- · Graduates from Roscommon High School, Houghton Lake High School, Charlton Heston Academy, and homeschool students
- · Students with financial need, strong academic performance, leadership, sportsmanship, and community involvement
Scholarships range from one-time awards to renewable multi-year funding, depending on the fund.
Summer Enrichment Scholarships – Application Deadline: March 17, 2026
RCCF is also accepting applications for Summer Enrichment Scholarships, designed to help students participate in athletic, music, and fine arts camps during the summer months. These opportunities allow students to build skills, confidence, and leadership outside the traditional classroom.
Available Summer Enrichment Scholarships Include:
Athletic & Music Opportunities
- · The “Big Buck Open” Athletic Scholarship
Roscommon High School students (Grades 9–11) attending a summer athletic camp - · Kimberly Mires Athletic & Music Scholarship
Female Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 5–11) attending athletic or music camps - · Jim “Smitty” Smith Athletic Fund
Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 8–11) attending athletic camps - · Larry Sumerix Memorial – Summer Music Scholarship
Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 5–11) attending music enrichment camps - · Richard & Margaret Torongo Memorial Scholarship
Roscommon Area Public Schools students (Grades 5–8) attending athletic or fine arts camps
Summer Enrichment Requirements:
- · Attendance at a student-selected summer camp.
- · Three letters of recommendation attesting to citizenship
(No more than one from a teacher; family members not permitted)
Apply Today
RCCF encourages students to begin the application process early to ensure all materials are completed before the deadlines.
Scholarship Applications Close: March 1, 2026
Summer Enrichment Applications Close: March 17, 2026
Summer Enrichment Applications Close: March 17, 2026
To apply or learn more, visit www.myrccf.org
Questions? Call us at 989-275-3112 or email our staff at [email protected]
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