Frequently Asked Questions

The Frankfort Rotary Youth Fund is a charitable organization established in 1993 by the Frankfort Rotary Club. It aims to provide scholarships and financial assistance to local students pursuing further training and education beyond high school.

Scholarship recipients are selected through a competitive process. The review committee considers factors such as academic performance, financial need, school and community leadership, and the applicant's chosen career path.

The FR Youth Fund is proud to have the support of its major sponsors, including the Frankfort Plant Board and Burch Court Dental. Their generous contributions have enabled the fund to provide scholarships to deserving students.

Absolutely! We appreciate donations from individuals and businesses who wish to support local students in their educational pursuits. You can donate through our website's donation site or by sending a check to Frankfort Rotary Youth Fund, P.O. Box 1189, Frankfort, KY 40602.

es, the FR Youth Fund is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization, which means donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We will provide the necessary documentation for your records.

Donations of $500 or more qualify you for membership in the Pat Ireland Society, named after the first president of the Frankfort Rotary Club. It's our way of recognizing and honoring our most generous supporters.

Scholarship recipients from the FR Youth Fund have pursued a wide range of careers, including engineering, nursing, welding, dental hygiene, paralegal, and construction technology. We aim to support students in both technical and academic paths, providing opportunities for various fields of study.