UNION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

SCHOLARSHIP FUND INFORMATION

The Union Presbyterian Church Scholarship Fund is funded by monies specifically designated for scholarships.  Don Haney expressed his love for education by establishing the College Scholarship Fund for the youth of the church. 

 Currently the Scholarship Fund receives money from the annual accrued interest of the Harriet R. Darmody, Kenneth L. White and Ethelyn I. Hewitt scholarship accounts. 

Mrs. Harriet R. Darmody joined Union Presbyterian Church in 1920 and served in many capacities over the years, including terms as an Elder and on committees.  She helped promote the best interests of her church for the glory of God.  Harriet was extremely interested in the scholarships offered by Union Church and made a bequest to the church to be used for scholarships for Union Church students.

Kenneth L. White joined Union Church in 1919.  Ken was one of the most beloved persons ever to serve as Deacon in our church.  He represented his church well with his friendly and helpful manner.  Ken specifically requested that his bequest to Union Church be used for the Scholarship Fund to help students with their education.

Ethelyn I. Hewitt was a lifetime member of Union Church.  She served many years as a Deacon and was an active member of the women’s group.  She was a retired IBM employee of over 30 years service and although never married, she loved children and was interested in their continued education.

Donald W. Haney became a member of Union Presbyterian Church in 1947.  He and his wife Helen were very active in the life of the church.  Don was a development engineer during his career with IBM and had many patents to his credit.  At the age of 90, he authored a book of his life in the 20th century entitled Don Haney’s Odyssey.  A copy of the book is in the UPC library.

Scholarship Applications

The Union Presbyterian Church Scholarship Committee is now accepting applications for educational scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year.    

Scholarship awards are intended as tokens of encouragement and support from our congregation to youth and adult members of Union Presbyterian Church continuing their education. The amount may vary from year to year depending on funds available, number of applicants and the specific needs of applicants.   

Applications are due in the Church office by 12:00 noon on Friday, June 6, 2025.  This is a firm deadline to allow the Scholarship Committee adequate time to review applications. .  You may complete and submit the application on-line or download it and send it to the church office at the above address.  Award checks will be mailed to your home by early August. 

We look forward to assisting you in obtaining your higher education.  May God bless you. 

Sincerely, 

Scholarship Committee 

  • Jane Park,  Chair 

  • Mary Conaty 

  • Richard Kastl 

  • Carleen Rynick 

  • Mary Ann Scott