Scholarship Applications

Each year, the following scholarships are administered by First Mid Wealth Management. Scholarship applications are only accepted between March 1st and May 8, 2024.

Please click the name of each scholarship to go to the online application.


Available Scholarships:


Anna B. Welch Memorial Trust Scholarship Trust

  • Must be enrolled in a Medical Field of Study
  • Must be a resident of Coles or Cumberland Counties for the last 5 years
  • Must be a full-time student (12 or more semester credit hours)

Barger Family Charitable Foundation Trust Scholarship Fund

  • Must be a graduate of Mattoon, Charleston, Cumberland or Neoga High School
  • Must have been admitted to or attending an accredited college in the field of agriculture

J. Logan Gover Family Scholarship Fund

  • Must have attended a high school in Coles County and graduated or obtained a GED
  • Must be entering a vocational field and not seeking a four year degree
  • May be part-time, but must indicate intended hours
  • Preference give to those already in the work force and who are also in the nursing or agricultural field

Myrna Johnson Scholarship Fund

  • Must be a graduate of Mattoon High School
  • Must be a full-time student
  • Must be enrolled in the field of nursing

Irene Storey Scholarship Fund

  • Must be a graduate of Mattoon High School
  • Must be a full-time student
  • Must be enrolled in the field of nursing