Marshall County Community Foundation awards record amount in scholarships


PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Community Foundation (MCCF) awarded a record $543,899.18 in scholarships for the

2025–2026 academic year, continuing its commitment to expanding educational opportunities for local students.
The scholarships were awarded through more than 203 unique scholarship funds established by generous individuals, families, businesses, and organizations who have chosen to invest in the next generation through the Marshall County Community Foundation.
“Every scholarship is an investment in the potential of a young person,” said Linda Yoder, President of the Marshall County Community Foundation. “By investing in students today, our donors are helping develop the future educators, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, skilled tradespeople, and community leaders who will shape Marshall County for generations to come.”
Scholarship support has continued to grow in recent years, with MCCF awarding:
• 2025–2026: $543,899.18
• 2024–2025: $526,114.92
• 2023–2024: $497,214.37
• 2022–2023: $399,974.00
This continued growth reflects both the generosity of local donors and the Foundation’s commitment to making scholarship opportunities more accessible through its streamlined online application process.