February 4th, 2026 

Each year, Modesto Sunrise Rotary has multiple college scholarships available.

Any student attending Stanislaus County High Schools may apply for the academic year 2025 – 2026. This year, six scholarships are available with the award values of $3000.00 to $6000.00 each. The scholarships are available with awarded on the basis of character, leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, personal essay and recommendation letters.

JOHN HERTLE AGRICULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP ($3000.00)

• This scholarship assists high school students who are interested in attending a particular Agricultural, Vocational, or Technical program.   

ED KIMBROUGH FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP ($3000.00)

• All fields of study are applicable. Special consideration will be given to those students pursuing a career in electrical engineering, electrical apprenticeships, and other related career fields.

MIKE MENSINGER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($3000.00)

• All fields of study are applicable. Special consideration will be given to those students pursuing a career in business and interested in becoming a leader in the Modesto community.
• Children and grandchildren of Rotarians are encouraged to apply, as Mike Mensinger was a lifelong member of Modesto Sunrise Rotary.

“MAKE DREAMS REAL” SCHOLARSHIP ($3000.00)

• All fields of study are applicable. Special consideration will be given to those students who have shown a love of community service and are interested in pursuing a career which involves helping those less fortunate.

CHRIS CURRIE “KIWI STRONG” SCHOLARSHIP ($3000.00)

• All fields of study are applicable. Special consideration will be given to those students who have been touched by cancer or other health struggle in some way and have persevered through the challenge. 

INTERACT/LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP ($6000.00)

• Applicant must be a current member of Interact, School Leadership, or another leadership organization in Stanislaus County.

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Each applicant must provide the following information: 

• (2) Letters of recommendation from either an appropriate school representative or a non-family member, qualified to assess work ethic and moral character
• An official transcript that includes scores from the most recent completed semester.
• Completed application and other required documentation enclosed with this letter. 

All letters, transcripts, and applications must be received no later than March 31, 2026.                               

   *** Award Notifications will be sent by April 21, 2026 ***

Please click on the links below to signup for all the necessary forms to apply for the various Rotary Scholarships. 

Applications will only be accepted through March 31, 2026.