05/12/2026
🎓✨ Our Kiwanis Club proudly awarded more than $25,000 this year to recognize outstanding students who exemplify leadership, service, and academic achievement.
These annual merit scholarships honor beloved community members and dedicated volunteers whose legacies continue to inspire future generations. Many of the recipients have been actively involved in Key Club and other organizations, demonstrating a strong commitment to serving others and making a positive impact in our community.
Congratulations to our 2026 scholarship recipients:
🏅 George and Mary Alice Leasure Merit Award — Elizabeth Gifford
🏅 Jerry Michael Family Merit Award — Campbell Pohlman
🏅 The Kaufman Family Merit Award — Ella Brady
🏅 Vivian Sellers Merit Award — Lilly Copper
🏅 William Dunn Merit Award — Gwenevere Markey
🏅 Lebanon Kiwanis Merit Awards — Mara Sebulsky, Ari Sizemore, and Elise Perry
As these students begin their next chapter, they shared plans to pursue studies in marketing, intercultural communication, pharmacy, Spanish education, aviation, and more at universities across Ohio.
This celebration was a powerful reminder of how community support and service can empower the next generation to dream big and lead boldly. We are so proud of each and every recipient and look forward to seeing all they accomplish!