The Education Foundation of Gilchrist County

The Education Foundation of Gilchrist County invests in educational opportunity for residents of Gilchrist County, Florida, with a visible emphasis on scholarships and community participation. Its adult scholarship work shows a foundation focused not only on traditional students, but also on adults age 30 and older who are returning to school, starting college, or pursuing a vocational certificate or undergraduate degree. The organization supports study at colleges, universities, and trade schools, and it directs scholarship funds toward practical educational costs including tuition, books, fees, and supplies.

Its named programs include the Ruth St. John Adult Education Scholarship, created in memory of Ruth St. John and tied to her love of learning, as well as an Adult Education Scholarship for county residents pursuing postsecondary education. In both cases, the foundation serves Gilchrist County adults seeking advancement through higher education or workforce training. Scholarship disbursement is tied to enrollment, with funds released on an as-needed basis up to $750 per semester at the discretion of the board, and recipients must request disbursement within 30 days after enrollment.