John J. & Rita D. Ryan Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: Caesar Rodney HS senior planning to pursue a career in education and teaching and has been accepted into a college or university
Application Available: December 15, 2025
Deadline Date: March 15, 2026

Scholarship Details:

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Graduating senior of Caesar Rodney High School
2. Pursuing a career in education and teaching and accepted at a college or university
3. Must seek to improve the quality of life in our society through teaching ideals.

Application Requirements:

1. Completed online application
2. 1 Recommender (not a family member)

Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation

Award Amount: $10,000

Award Details:

Award amount varies up to 10,000 (one time). At the discretion of the Delaware Community Foundation board of directors.

Website/URL: http://www.delcf.org/scholarships

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: Kelly Sheridan
Contact Email: ksheridan@delcf.org
Contact Phone Number: 302-889-1907
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

Letter of Recommendation must be present or application will not move forward.

Additional Scholarship Information:

Delaware Community Foundation
PO Box 492
Lewes, DE 19958

Filters:

Eligibility: Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Education & School Supports
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior
Location Specific: Kent County