Starting a Scholarship or Endowment

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Individuals, families, businesses, and organizations can establish a scholarship, award, or endowment through the Ponca Community Educational Foundation (PCEF). These gifts create meaningful opportunities for students and staff while honoring people, values, or causes important to you.

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All awards are distributed according to your wishes, and PCEF works closely with donors to ensure clarity, sustainability, and impact.

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Minimum Gift

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• Minimum Award Amount: $500
   

• Gifts may be given as a one-time donation or as part of a multi-year pledge (see options below).

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Ways to Start

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Option 1: One-Time Cash Award

A one-time gift that is awarded in full to a recipient during the designated year.
 

• Ideal for honoring a person or milestone

• Flexible criteria

• Can be renewed annually at the donor's discretion

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Option 2: Endowment

An endowment is a long-term gift invested by PCEF, with earnings used to fund awards year after year.

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• Can be started with a one-time gift of $15,000 or a three-year pledge.

• Creates a lasting legacy!

• Award criteria remains consistent unless updated by the donor.

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Types of Funds You Can Establish​
 

Graduating Senior Scholarships

Financial awards given to Ponca High School graduating seniors to support post-secondary education or training.​

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Ponca Alumni Scholarships

Scholarships designated for Ponca graduates continuing or returning to post-secondary education, including college, trade school, or certification programs.​

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Special Use Awards for Staff

Funds designated to support specific programs, classrooms, professional development, or special needs that benefit Ponca Public Schools staff and students.

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Paperwork​

PCEF is happy to assist you with completing the paperwork to ensure your award is used exactly as you intend.​

We will schedule a meeting with you to discuss:

• Eligibility criteria

• Award amount

• Frequency of the award

• Purpose and focus of the fund

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Awards Guidelines and Information

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Three Year Pledged Endowments

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Reach Out

To begin the process or ask any questions, please contact us!

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Richard Dohma

PCEF President | Ponca School Board Member | VP, Bank of Dixon County

Email: richard@bankofdc.com

Phone: 402-755-2224

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Quinn Wragge

PCEF Scholarship Selection Chairperson | Ponca High School Counselor

Email: quinnwragge@poncaschool.org

Phone: 402-755-5702

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Francine Hassler

PCEF Emeritus Member

Phone: 402-404-0234

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We would be honored to help you create an award that reflects your vision and makes a lasting difference in the lives of Ponca students and staff.

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