BUCYRUS — The Crawford Success Center has announced its eighth annual Scholarships for Success, a signature fundraising and community celebration, taking place on March 5 at the Crawford Success Center, 130 N. Walnut St.
The evening will begin with a pre-reception and auction preview at 5:00 p.m., followed by the program and live auction at 6:00 p.m. The event brings together community members, local businesses, and artists for an night of networking, creativity, and support for education.
Scholarships for Success showcases the talent and generosity of Crawford County through live and silent auctions featuring locally crafted items, unique experiences, and one-of-a-kind contributions from area businesses and artists.
A highlight of the evening will be the announcement of the 2026 Leadership Award honoree, recognizing an individual whose leadership and service have made a lasting impact on the Crawford County community.
In addition to the Leadership Award presentation, the event will celebrate the scholarship recipients for the 2026 academic year. The North Central State College Foundation awarded $500 scholarships to participating schools in attendance.
All proceeds from the event directly support Crawford County students, providing critical scholarship funding and expanding access to educational opportunities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with community leaders, celebrate local achievements, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students pursuing higher education.
The Crawford Success Center invites the community to join in this inspiring evening dedicated to education, local talent, and community prosperity. Participation in Scholarships for Success helps empower the next generation of Crawford County scholars.
Those interested in purchasing a table for the event should contact Nate Harvey at 419-755-9039.
The 2026 Scholarships for Success was made possible through several sponsorships including Ohio Health, WQEL/WBCO, Avita (Presenting), MOESC, Ohio Mutual Insurance, Park National Bank, Tom & Pam Holtshouse/Dr. Joseph and Susan Shadeed, Castle Auction, Lind Media, Baker’s Pizza/OLD 30 BBQ, Buckeye Community School, Eagle Crusher, Mizick Miller & Company, Wise Funeral Service, Watts House of Insurance, and Crawford County Mentors.