2026 Educational Scholarships – Application period open through May 19, 2026
By Michelle Vaughan
The Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church Educational Scholarships are designed to support the mission of the church through supporting a multitude of educational opportunities. We are proud to have helped students in their pursuit of continuing education since 1968. We encourage all applicants; from those just entering their next phase of education to those returning to complete or pursue continued education.
We are blessed to offer the following scholarships:
• Vera Ing Scholarship
• Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church Scholarship
• Ted and Margaret Yasuda Scholarship
• Robert and Lucy Sato Scholarship
The Scholarships will be awarded under the following criteria:
• VERA ING COMMUNITY COLLEGE/TRADE SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2016, award(s) will be made to those pursuing continued education through community colleges and/or technical/trade schools. Other Eligibility Opportunities/Community Based Internships: There is also opportunity for a scholarship to support an internship for a nonprofit or community organization.
• ROBERT AND LUCY SATO SCHOLARSHIP
Award(s) will be made to a college undergraduate and/or graduate student pursuing a degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Nursing, Science, Technology or related fields of study.
• TED AND MARGARET YASUDA SCHOLARSHIP
Award(s) will be made to high school seniors or college undergraduate.
• BLAINE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award(s) will be made to high school seniors, community college, technical/trade school, and/or college undergraduate or graduate student.
Applications are available through emailing:
BlaineUMCScholarships@gmail.com
or through the church office. All scholarships will consider, but are not limited to, elements such as grades (if applicable), personal essay, church participation and potential for reaching educational goals.
Applications and two (2) letters of recommendation must be received no later than May 19, 2026 for consideration. We are looking forward to applicants excited about pursuing their education.
Michelle Vaughan serves as the Scholarship Chair for Blaine Memorial UMC.
Announcements
Dates to Remember
| Saturday, May 16, 9 a.m. • 35th Annual ACRS Walk for Rice, Seward Park | |||
| Tuesday, May 19 • 2026 Educational Scholarship Deadline | |||
| July 24–Aug. 1 • Mission Guatemala |
Scholarship recommendation letter reminder
It’s scholarship season! If you need a recommendation letter from Rev. Karen, please request it at least two weeks before the scholarship deadline.
Rev. Karen carries many responsibilities and often receives multiple requests for recommendation letters. Last-minute requests — especially those submitted the night before the deadline — can be very difficult to accommodate, as completing a letter depends on her current workload.
To ensure she has enough time to write thoughtful and effective recommendations, please plan ahead and submit your requests well in advance.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Hospitality request — chips and savory treats needed
Calling all snack lovers! We’re running low on chips and savory treats for Fellowship Time — there’s only one box left.
If you’re able, we would be grateful for donations of individually wrapped snack-size bags of chips (potato chips, Doritos, Cheetos or other savory favorites).
Please drop off your donations in the narthex, church office or social hall at your convenience — either on Sunday morning or during church office hours (Tuesday–Friday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM).
Thank you for your continued generosity in providing both sweet and savory treats for Fellowship Time. Your hospitality helps make our time together even more welcoming and joyful.
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