Martha Beckenholdt Youth Philanthropy Award
Martha Beckenholdt Youth Philanthropy Award recognizes young volunteers and funds a donation to a Hancock County nonprofit of the recipient's choice to support local charitable work.
Funder: Community Foundation of Hancock County
Due Dates: February 14, 2025 (2025 application, 4 p.m.) | October 30, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 donation to a recipient-selected Hancock County nonprofit organization or agency
Summary: Recognizes a Hancock County high school junior’s outstanding philanthropic service through a donation to a local nonprofit or agency.
Key Information: Applicants need a recommendation from a high school staff member or Hancock County nonprofit organization leader.
Description
The Martha Beckenholdt Youth Philanthropy Award, administered by the Community Foundation of Hancock County (CFHC), recognizes a Hancock County, Indiana, high school junior who has contributed outstanding time, talent, and energy to philanthropic endeavors. It is named in honor of longtime county resident and philanthropist Martha Beckenholdt.
The award connects recognition of youth service with support for charitable work in Hancock County. Rather than receiving money personally, the selected student chooses a local nonprofit organization or agency to receive a $1,000 donation in their name. The foundation provides the donation, giving the recipient a role in directing support to charitable work in the community.
