2023-2024 Scholarships

Undergraduate Scholarships

We are pleased to announce the 2023-2024 recipients of the Foundation undergraduate scholarships.

The Ronald L. & M. Joyce Crossen Scholarship Fund was created by their children to honor the Crossen’s service and devotion to the United Methodist Church of Wentzville where they were members for over 40 years.

Both Ronald and Joyce served in many capacities at the church over many decades. This year, one student received a Crossen scholarship in the amount of $1,000.

Recipient:

Sean Morlock
Drury University

The Clint and Marge Hawkins Memorial Christian Education Fund for Youth was created to honor the Hawkins’ lifetime devotion to the church and their dedication to promoting and sustaining the development of young people. This year, three students received a Hawkins scholarship in the amount of $1,000 each.

Recipients:

Kellie Blackburn
University of Missouri-Columbia

Chase Allen-Jackman
Washburn University

Jessica Clay
Missouri State University

Larry and Gracia Herbert had no children of their own, but everyone they met became a part of their family. Larry did not complete a formal education, but he and Gracia both knew the advantages and costs of obtaining a college degree. Devout Methodists, Larry and Gracia provided a generous gift to the Foundation that helps others attain their educational goals. Eligible students attend Central Methodist University and receive awards up to $3,000 each.

Recipients:

Meredith Ash
Central Methodist University

Naftal Ted de Oliveira Zunguze
Central Methodist University

The family of David Hewitt, Jr. created this scholarship fund as a lasting memorial and gift to future generations. This year, one student was awarded the Hewitt Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.

Recipient:

Willis Jarvis
Culinary Institute of America

The Judge Leah B. McCartney Scholarship Fund was created by Leah’s husband, the late Reverend Victor McCartney, as a perpetual memorial to his wife.

The scholarship is a fitting memorial to one who achieved both educational and professional distinction. This year, one student received a McCartney scholarship in the amount of $2,000.

Recipient:

Alyssa Hillman
University of Missouri -Columbia

Merrydelle May was active in Methodist causes statewide, including Epworth Children and Family Services, Gambrill Gardens, and the Wednesday Club.

A member of the Methodist Hall of Fame, Mrs. May held a master’s degree in social work and was an avid supporter of higher education.

This year, ten students received a May scholarship in the amount of $1,000 each.

Recipients:

Catherine Freeman
Indian Hills Community College

Colin Green
University of Missouri-Columbia

Breanne Haines
Hannibal LaGrange University

Madison Lake
Ozark Technical Community College

Maggie Melvin
Missouri State University

Margaret Walton
Southeast Missouri State University

Cooper Sams
Missouri State University

Ruby Schmidt
Georgia Institute of Technology

Hudson Stanfield-Myers
University of Central Missouri

Ashton Willis
Southwestern Iowa Community College

The Warren J. Meyer Scholarship Fund was created by Warren’s wife, Reverend Mary Ellen Meyer. The scholarship is a fitting memorial as it combines Warren’s appreciation for education, his devotion to the church, his commitment to charitable giving, and his keen interest in future generations. This year, one student received a Meyer scholarship in the amount of $1,000.

Recipient:

Camden Fowler
University of Central Missouri

Patricia and Dale Mohler attended First United Methodist Church in North Kansas City before its closure and Pat was very supportive of their scholarship programs. Dale used to be a tutor, so supporting education was important. Pat moved her church membership to Faubion United Methodist Church shortly before her death in 2018. Dale preceded her in death.

Their charitable scholarship fund is used to underwrite the annual MUMF commitment to the Dollars for Scholars program, with any additional funds available beyond that to be allocated for Mohler scholarships. This year, seven students received a Mohler scholarship in the amount of $1,000 each.

Recipients:

Gabriel Haines
University of Missouri-Columbia

Brea-Dora Moore
Xavier University of Louisiana

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Mallory Morton
Missouri State University

Hannah Quint
University of Missouri-Kansas City

Lauren Sams
Pittsburg State University

Tanner Walton
University of Southern Indiana

Kacey Williams
University of Missouri-Columbia

Bill and Mary Alice Reinhardt were devoted members of Centralia UMC and avid supporters of education and community organizations focused on improving the lives of future generations.

Bill and Mary Alice each left gifts through estate plans to establish and grow this scholarship endowment. This year, three students were awarded a Reinhardt Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 each.

Recipients:

Anna Connoley
University of Missouri-St. Louis

Carley Freeman
Kansas State University

Zane Gragg
University of Kansas

Virginia Rosser was a member of Court Street United Methodist Church. Court Street UMC closed in 2023 and placed this scholarship under the administration of the Foundation. This year, one student received a Rosser scholarship in the amount of $2,000.

Recipient:

Presten Fry
Avila University

Vince and Lola Watson were members of Court Street United Methodist Church. Court Street UMC closed in 2023 and placed this scholarship under the administration of the Foundation.

This year, six students received $2,000 each

Recipients:

Sierra Barker
University of Missouri-Columbia

Hayden Echelmeier
State Fair Community College

Elaina Gray
Missouri State University

Emma Hamilton
Northwest Missouri State University

Kelsey Shawley
State Technical College

John Teel
University of Missouri-Columbia

This year, two students received $2,500 each

Recipients:

Lillian Cassidy
University of Missouri-Columbia

Whitney Farmer
University of Iowa

Mary E. Wilson was a member of Court Street United Methodist Church. Court Street UMC closed in 2023 and placed this scholarship under the administration of the Foundation. This year, one student received a Wilson scholarship in the amount of $2,000.

Recipient:

Caleb Miofsky
Missouri State University

Online applications must be submitted between January 1^st and April 1^st each year. All additional required application materials must be postmarked no later than April 1^st.

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