Beecher Middle School

Sue and Doug Dodge established a scholarship fund to thank and benefit two communities that have had a great influence on the Dodge Family.Doug’s career in education began in Reed City with a student teaching assignment. That beginning turned into a 17 ½ year professional relationship with the Reed City Public Schools. Doug’s first appointment as a public school superintendent...

The Gratiot County Community Foundation, incorporated in 1992, is a vehicle for receiving charitable gifts that will remain forever in Gratiot County.As a non-profit corporation, we are classified as a public charity under the Internal Revenue Code, making donors eligible for federal tax deductions.Gifts to the Foundation may be in cash, real estate, securities, life insurance policies, and/or personal property...

The Jeff Reedy Memorial Scholarship Fund recognizes and rewards a graduating senior in the Central Michigan area planning a career in the field of business.Jeffrey B. Reedy was a dedicated husband, father and friend who died on January 19, 2003 as the result of a snowmobile accident.  Jeff graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School and attended Central Michigan University.  He...

John Engler was born and raised in Isabella County, the son of Agnes and the late Matt Engler, a Beal City farmer and cattleman. John Engler was elected Michigan's 46th governor, his tenure spanning from 1991 to 2003, making him Michigan's second longest-serving governor.The Governor John Engler Scholarship fund was established to honor this Isabella County native and provide educational...

Earl and Caroline Hartman came from humble beginnings. Earl grew up in Ohio in a close, but poor, family. He graduated high school and then completed a 2-year business school degree in 9 months’ time. Caroline’s family was also poor and moved frequently while she was growing up (18 times in 16 years) while her dad worked in oil fields...

The following rules must be followed, or your video will be disqualified:The 2024/2025 Courageous Persuaders Competition is open to all students attending a high school in the continental United States only.Your commercial must be 30 seconds or less, and your message must promote safe driving. Middle School classrooms are your target audience. Videos will be judged on originality, creativity, and...