It’s never too early to start planning your application for the grant and scholarship cycles that open Thursday, January 1.
Current high school and college students, adults returning to school and adults attending a trade or technical school program are encouraged to apply for a scholarship for the 2026-27 academic year.
In addition to the scholarship application process starting January 1, three of our grant cycles will open at the same time. If you are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that works with academically gifted students, autism education or arts and culture, start considering a project you want to undertake next year.
Please be sure to fully investigate our website to learn about our opportunities. Complete applications will be accepted until the process closes, but no applications are accepted late. Therefore, we encourage everyone to start the process early.
Earlier this month, William “Bill” Curtis Kelehar, a former member of our board of directors, passed away. A resident of South Boston, Bill helped establish the Fund for Halifax at The Foundation.
Bill proudly served his country in both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army from 1963-83 rising to the rank of Sergeant First Class and retiring with honors after a distinguished military career. He moved to Halifax County in 1996 and worked at Annin Flagmakers as a plant manager and director of operations for 16 years. He also worked with Aquatic and the Russell Stover plant in Clarksville.
He was actively involved in the community, serving in leadership roles with the Halifax County Chamber of Commerce and the Industrial Development Authority. He served on the chamber’s board of directors from 2003-06 and was chairman for the last year. In addition, he was a proud member of the American Legion.
