Congratulations to our 2026 Recipients, Sydney Hitchcock and Caden Scripsema!  

Sydney will be attending Michigan State University in Lansing, and Caden will be attending the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.  We wish them the best in their educational journey and hope they continue their stewardship through collegiate Interact programs if they feel led to serve.  

Education and literacy stand as one of Rotary's seven key areas of focus, alongside Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution, Disease Prevention and Treatment, Water and Sanitation, Maternal and Child Health, Environmental Sustainability, and Economic and Community Development. At Rotary, we are dedicated to advancing higher education through our scholarship programs.

Education serves as the cornerstone of personal development, equipping individuals with essential knowledge, skills, and opportunities for success. More than just academic learning, education fosters critical thinking, creativity, and social responsibility, empowering individuals to become active, contributing members of society. Through promoting education, Rotary is committed to driving positive change in communities worldwide. Join us in our mission to empower lives, transform communities, and build a brighter future through education.