PUSH Beaver County is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to uniting our community through meaningful philanthropic and community events, with the shared belief that when we support education, we empower the future of Beaver County. Through the generous support of our community and its sponsors, donors, and partners, the net proceeds from PUSH-sponsored events are reinvested directly into Beaver County to strengthen learning and expand opportunity.
The PUSH EmpowerED Program furthers this mission by investing in students, educators, and schools through high school and college scholarships, teacher grants, and essential educational funding.
HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2026
Apply Online: PUSH EmpowerED High School Scholarship Application
Online applications are being accepted for the 2026 PUSH EmpowerED High School Student Scholarships.
Only one application will be accepted per student. Applications submitted by April 15, 2026, will be considered for all scholarships for which the student qualifies. Duplicate submissions will not be reviewed.
Available high school scholarships are as follows:
PUSH FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship Sponsor: PUSH Beaver County
Number of Awards Available: Up to twenty (20), $1,000 scholarships.
Eligibility & Qualifications: Applicants must meet the following criteria: (1) 2026 graduating senior enrolled in the senior class of a Beaver County school district, charter school, private school, or home schooled; (2) resident of Beaver County, Pennsylvania, for four (4) or more years and a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States of America; (3) cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above; and (4) written acceptance with intent to attend a university, college, trade, or other technical school located in Western Pennsylvania.
EMMA AND GRANT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – AUBREY STRONG
Scholarship Sponsor: The Emma and Grant Memorial Scholarship was established through the annual Aubrey Strong Golf Outing, thanks to the vision of Nicole Aloi and the overwhelming support of the community. This scholarship honors the memory of Emma (17) and Grant (13), who tragically lost their lives in a car accident in July 2024. Their sister, Aubrey, miraculously survived and has since returned to doing what she loves, including playing basketball and softball with her friends and family. Emma and Grant excelled academically and athletically, participating in softball, baseball, and basketball, and were an inspiration to many through their character and dedication.
This scholarship reflects the family’s commitment to preserving Emma and Grant’s legacy by supporting student-athletes who demonstrate resilience, compassion, and the core values they lived by: faith, teamwork, honesty, work ethic, and love.
Number of Awards Available: Two (2), $2,500 scholarships.
Eligibility & Qualifications: Applicants must meet the following criteria: (1) 2026 graduating senior athlete; (2) resident of Beaver County or Lawrence County; (3) committed to participate in a college sport; (4) cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above; and (5) through their application essays, demonstrate the values lived by Emma and Grant, including faith, teamwork, honesty, work ethic, and love.
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2026
Apply Online: PUSH EmpowerED College Scholarship Application
Online applications are being accepted for the 2026 PUSH EmpowerED College Student Scholarships for students entering their sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate-level years in college in Summer or Fall 2026. Students graduating from high school in 2026 or later are not eligible for college scholarships, regardless of dual enrollment or earned college credits.
Only one application will be accepted per student. Applications submitted by April 15, 2026 will be considered for all scholarships for which the student qualifies. Duplicate submissions will not be reviewed.
Available college scholarships are as follows:
PUSH ADVANCEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship Sponsor: PUSH Beaver County
Number of Awards Available: Up to five (5), $1,000 scholarships.
Eligibility & Qualifications: Applicants must meet the following criteria: (1) graduated high school prior to 2026; (2) entering their sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate-level years in college in Summer or Fall 2026; (3) be a graduate of a Beaver County school district, charter school, private school, or home schooled; and (4) cumulative college GPA of 3.0 or above.
RENZ CHARITABLE SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship Sponsor: Dr. David Renz and Michele Renz, CPA, are pleased to offer the Renz Charitable Scholarship. Dr. Renz is a professor of Safety Management at Slippery Rock University, and Michele Renz is a CPA. Together, they have spent more than 30 years serving industries in their respective professions. In addition to their careers, both are local business owners and have called Beaver County home for nearly 25 years.
Having seen firsthand the value that safety and business professionals bring to organizations and communities, they established this scholarship to support Beaver County students pursuing higher education in fields that promote workplace safety, sound financial practices, and strong communities. Funding for this scholarship is provided through the Renz Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund at Fidelity Charitable.
Number of Awards Available: Two (2), $500 scholarships.
Eligibility & Qualifications: Applicants must meet the following criteria: (1) graduated high school prior to 2026; (2) entering their sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate-level years in college in Summer or Fall 2026; (3) be a graduate of a Beaver County school district, charter school, private school, or home schooled; (4) cumulative college GPA of 3.0 or above; and (5) pursuing a major in Safety Management, Safety Sciences, Safety Engineering, Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a closely related financial discipline.
TEACHER GRANTS PROGRAM
The PUSH EmpowerED Teacher Grant Program provides classroom enrichment grants of up to $500 to Beaver County educators. These grants will support innovative teaching ideas, instructional materials, supplies, and programs that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Our Teacher Grants Program applications will open soon. Please check back for details.
ESSENTIAL NEEDS PROGRAM
The PUSH Essential Needs Program provides in-kind support and funding to Beaver County school districts to assist students and families facing urgent basic needs, including clothing, food, and medical or school-related supplies. These grants offer districts the flexibility to respond quickly and compassionately when immediate needs arise, bridging the gap between immediate needs and long-term solutions.
Our Essential Needs Program applications will open soon. Please check back for details.
BECOME A PUSH EMPOWERED PARTNER
Interested in becoming a PUSH EmpowerED Partner by sponsoring a scholarship through PUSH or supporting our educational programming? PUSH Beaver County accepts named scholarship partnerships of $500 or greater.
Join us in empowering the future of Beaver County! Email us at empowered@pushbeavercounty.org.