James and Ruth Lawrence Scholarship
UNIVERSAL APPLICATION
James and Ruth Lawrence Scholarship
James Lawrence attended Columbus Public Schools graduating from East High School and The Ohio State University. He was a World War II veteran and retired from the Defense Supply Center of Columbus. Ruth was an active volunteer with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s East Unit Women’s Auxiliary. Ruth passed away in 1999, and James passed away in 2015.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must be graduating high school seniors or graduates of Columbus City Schools.
- Candidates must attend or plan to attend a two- or four-year college or university either full- or part-time.
- Candidates must attend or plan to attend a two- or four-year college or university in the U.S., either full- or part-time.
Deadline:
March 1, 2026 11:59PM ET
Award Amount:
$1,700
Contact person for more information:
Scholarships Team
The Columbus Foundation
scholarshipmanager@columbusfoundation.org