The Oceana Community Foundation (OCF) is excited to announce that applications for its 2026 scholarship program will open Oct. 15, 2025. Each year, the OCF helps local students access a wide range of scholarships to support their educational and career goals, whether pursuing skilled trades, apprenticeships, certificates, associate degrees or bachelor’s degrees.
In 2025, the OCF awarded scholarships to 192 students, representing an investment of $311,850 in Oceana County’s future.
The OCF offers scholarships for everyone, and all students are encouraged to apply, regardless of GPA, documentation status, field of study, family income or age.
For 2026, students will have access to 57 different scholarships through one simple application.
“Education opens doors to opportunity, and we are committed to making it accessible to as many students as possible,” OCF CEO Tammy Carey said. “The success of our 2025 scholarship recipients demonstrates the lasting impact our scholarship donors can have, and we look forward to continuing this tradition in 2026.”
The scholarship application will close March 1, 2026, with award notifications shared in May 2026.
Students can learn more and apply online at oceanafoundation.org.
