ONTARIO – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging has announced the COVID-19 Impact Scholarship Program for college students who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging and the Corporate Board of Trustees acknowledges that many students have been financially impacted by COVID-19.
“As we adapt to the new climate of various challenges brought on by this pandemic, the Agency encourages college students to continue to pursue their education,” Elise Rowe said. “The future of our communities will benefit from the success of those who are pursuing an education that benefits the aging population.”
Four (4) $500 scholarships will be awarded to college students who are currently enrolled in college. Applicants must have permanent residence within one of the following counties: Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Seneca, Richland, or Wyandot; must be a high school graduate who is currently enrolled in a higher institute of learning/program or accredited college; must be pursuing an educational path that will benefit the aging population now or in the future. Students who have received past scholarships or grants from the Agency are not eligible.
Applications can be found on the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. website www.aaa5ohio.org
The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc., located at Hawkins Corner in Ontario, serves the North Central Ohio area including Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Seneca and Wyandot Counties, providing assistance to aging individuals and disabled individuals. Contact Susie Danuloff at the Area Agency on Aging at (567)247-7105 or (800) 522-5680. Find us on Facebook.
