Programs and Scholarships

Endowed Program Funds

Thomas A. Boster, PhD Fund for Bexley Operation Respect: Supports anti-bullying programs and efforts to create a caring school climate in which all members feel safe, respected and included.

Brandt Family “Read for Life” Endowment Fund: Supports the Caldecott “Read In” at the Bexley Public Library and a free book gift program for all first year students at Bexley High School.  

Bob Darwin Memorial Endowment for the Arts Fund: Supports arts programs for Bexley students and scholarship assistance for school-sponsored trips or tours for students in performing arts groups.  

Dr. Judah Folkman (Class of 1950) Scientist-in-Residence Endowment Fund: Supports an annual scientist-in-residence program for high school students to encourage careers in science and medicine.   

Grimes Family Student Opportunities Fund: Honors former BEF Board Chair, Pete Grimes. The fund currently supports the student leadership, mentoring and experiential programs at Bexley High School.    

Kay Massman Helman Endowment for Mental Health and Wellness: supports effective mental health education programming, screening, assessments and interventions for Bexley students in grades K-8. 

Nancy & Bruce Meyer Endowment Fund: Supports annual docent-led or facilitated art museum tours or experiences for Bexley students in grades 5-12.

Charlene Morgan Emerging Leaders Endowment Fund: Honors the first BEF Executive Director, Charlene Morgan and supports the grant-making activities of students in the Foundation’s Youth Philanthropy Program. 

John & JoAnn Rohyans Sustainability Endowment Fund: Supports projects and programs that teach sound ecological practices and sustainability initiatives to effect positive environmental change. 

R. L. Stine Endowment Fund for Creative Writing: Established by BHS alumnus and Goosebumps author, R.L. Stine, this fund supports programs and projects that encourage creative writing among Bexley students.   

Bexley High School Alumni Endowment: Supports three annual scholarship awards to Bexley seniors: two Carlton Smith Memorial Athletic Scholarships and the William E.L. Young Memorial Service Award. 

David Elliott Memorial Scholarship Fund: Supports an annual scholarship to a student athlete who has demonstrated leadership and success both on and off the field. 

Charles Hoel Memorial Endowment: Established by Robert E. Stevenson, ‘44. Honors former BHS Science Teacher, Charles Hoel and provides an annual scholarship/science prize to a Bexley senior(s). 

Rhodena Masys Memorial Endowment Fund: Honors former BHS Home Economics teacher, Rhodena Masys and provides annual scholarships as well as an annual allocation to Family Consumer Sciences Department at BHS. 

Jeremy C. McCamic Family Foundation Endowment Fund: Supports annual scholarships for post-high school studies to Bexley seniors who have shown courage and persistence in the face of adversity and challenges.

Sandra Montgomery Memorial Endowment Fund: Honors Class of 1950 graduate, Sandra Montgomery and  provides an annual college scholarship to a Bexley senior who has excelled in English.   

Barbara Rall Schwebel and Joseph Schwebel “Top Ten” Endowment Fund: Provides an annual scholarship award to a Bexley senior who is among the top ten graduates of the class.

Eli D. Weinstock Memorial Scholarship Endowment: Honors the memory of 2019 BHS graduate Eli Weinstock and provides annual scholarships to seniors who have demonstrated kindness, concern, and empathy for others.

American Legion Post 430/Michael Thrush Scholarship Endowment: Provides an annual scholarship for post-high school studies to a Bexley senior who has an immediate family member who has served or is currently serving in any branch of the U.S. Military.