John Greiner Memorial Scholarship
John Greiner grew up in a hardworking farming family, and later enhanced his education through the Navy, which equipped him for a thirty-year career maintaining facilities at East Syracuse Minoa School District.
He recognized that education could open doors across various fields. While many now associate higher education with four years at a university, there are alternative paths for advancing one’s knowledge and qualifications. For students interested in hands-on experience or a shorter educational journey, trade schools can be an excellent choice. We define a trade as any career requiring special hands on skills typically learned through a trade school, apprenticeship, or vocational training rather than a four year college degree. Some examples include but are not limited to: construction, maintenance and repair, healthcare support, hair dressers, automotive mechanics.
This scholarship aims to honor the memory of John Greiner by keeping his legacy alive and encouraging students to pursue as the trades as a profession.
Any high school senior in Onondaga County, New York, may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have a strong work ethic and if they’re pursuing a licensed position in the trades. However, applicants from East Syracuse Minoa Central High School are preferred.
To apply, tell us about your passion for the particular trade you are pursuing and how achieving the needed training and licensing will impact your life as well as others.
Please tell us about your passion for the particular trade you are pursuing and how achieving the needed training and licensing will impact your life as well as others.
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The application deadline is Apr 20, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 21, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on May 21, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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