Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time. There are more than 8,000 clubs worldwide, in 80+ countries. Kiwanis Club of Columbus was founded in 1916, and is the fifth oldest club. We are an engaging, vibrant group of volunteers involved in hands-on projects right here in downtown Columbus. Our Kiwanis Club encourages camaraderie and fellowship through weekly luncheon meetings, featuring world-class speakers tackling timely topics. In addition, the Kiwanis Club of Columbus provides a wide range of opportunities to volunteer time and talent to make a difference in our community.

The scholarship provides assistance to graduating high school seniors from South High School Urban Academy.

Mrs. McQuillen was a retired schoolteacher. She taught for 39 years before retiring, and trained many student teachers during her tenure. The scholarship, in memory of the McQuillens, benefits graduates of high schools in and around Nelsonville, Ohio.

The scholarship supports college and university students pursuing any major; without regard to age or gender.

The Columbus Horticultural Society began in 1845, and opened the scholarship in 2002 to support students studying horticulture.

The scholarship was created by Nelle L. Fischer to support students from her family’s hometown in Zaleski, OH. Although she lived much of her adult live in New York City, upon her passing, she wanted to ensure support for her community. This scholarship is to defray the educational expenses for college or university of a Vinton County student with proven musical ability.

The scholarship honors the memory of James (Jay) Franklin Cash by awarding scholarships to support students attending the Columbus College of Art & Design or Columbus State Community College.

Walter J. Knapp was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1911. He was a graduate of The Ohio State University and Harvard Business School. He was a member of The Columbus Maennerchor, Swiss Club, and Buckeye Lake Yacht Club. He died May 20, 2005 at 95, and he created the scholarship to support Ohio students in their pursuit of post-secondary education.

Judge Ammer was born in Circleville on May 21, 1919, son of the late Moses S. and Mary Ammer. As a graduate of Circleville High School, he continued his education at The Ohio State University (OSU), where he received his bachelor’s degree in business administration. Following three and one-half years of service in the Army during World War II, he came back to OSU and completed a Juris Doctor degree. He served as Ohio Attorney General; Examiner, Industrial commission of Ohio; Assistant Attorney General of Ohio; Prosecuting Attorney in Pickaway County; and was later appointed by Ohio Governor William O’Neill as Common Pleas Judge, Pickaway County. Serving six terms, he handled more than 30,000 cases. After serving 37 years on the bench, Judge Ammer retired, but continued to support and provide service to his community. He was noted for his generous nature by belonging to nearly every civic and service organization in the community.

This scholarship will provide financial assistance to a graduating senior of Upper Arlington High School who has shown exemplary effort in overcoming significant personal obstacles.