Support the Central Ohio Endowed Scholarship Fund
When you invest in the University of Michigan Alumni Club of Central Ohio Endowed Scholarship Fund, you’re investing in the future of exceptional Central Ohio students who choose to attend the University of Michigan.
Established in 2015, our permanent endowed scholarship is invested by the University of Michigan, allowing every gift to grow over time and provide lasting support for generations of students. The endowment proudly bears the name of the University of Michigan Alumni Club of Central Ohio, strengthening our club’s legacy and connection to both the University and the students we serve.
A Growing Impact
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our alumni and friends, our scholarship has grown significantly over the years:
- Originally: One-time scholarship of $2,000
- 2017: $5,000 per year for one recipient
- Today (beginning with the 2024–2025 scholarship year): $10,000 per academic year for each recipient
Your support has made this growth possible, helping talented Central Ohio students reduce the cost of attending Michigan and pursue their academic dreams.
Today, the endowment has received more than $610,000 in donations and pledges and has grown to a market value exceeding $900,000.
Our Next Goal: $1 Million
We’re now working toward our next milestone: building our endowment to $1 million.
Reaching this goal will strengthen the scholarship’s long-term impact by allowing us to:
- Increase the amount awarded to each scholarship recipient.
- Support additional Central Ohio students each year.
- Ensure the endowment continues providing meaningful assistance for generations of future Wolverines.
Every contribution brings us one step closer. If you’d like, you can make a tax-deductible gift directly to the Central Ohio Endowed Scholarship Fund.
Every dollar you give stays focused on supporting deserving students from Central Ohio as they pursue a University of Michigan education.
Thank You to Our Donors
We are deeply grateful to every donor who has helped build this endowment. Your generosity has transformed lives by making a Michigan education more accessible for outstanding students from our community.
Hear directly from one of our recipients by watching this video from 2026 scholarship recipient Ethan Kidd, who shares what receiving the scholarship has meant to him.