The John F. Sandusky Athletic Scholarship
2026 College Scholarship Application

Hosted by the Van Etten Alumni Association

The John F. Sandusky Athletic Scholarship, funded by the Sandusky family, recognizes a senior active in sports who:

  • demonstrates academic excellence
  • participates in cheerleading or in sports and in school activities
  • intends to further their education after graduation

Scholarship Award: One $1000 scholarship is available to an SVE senior with plans to continue their education after graduation.

Qualifications: 

Applicants must meet two of the following three requirements:

  • Financial need
  • Exceptional grades
  • Intention to continue education at a school of higher learning

Application Requirements:

  • Complete the John F. Sandusky Athletic Scholarship application (created on this page).
  • Paste current resume in the last data entry block above the Submit button.
  • Submit completed application and resume no later than May 1, 2026.

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Each student applicant must submit a brief paragraph defining his or her future career aspirations. This should include career objectives/planned field of study.
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IRS Tax Implications:

The John F. Sandusky Athletic Scholarship award may be taxable. The responsibility of reporting and paying any tax rests with the recipient.
Topic 421 – Scholarship and Fellowship Grants

To learn which expenses are tax deductible, please review IRS Pub 970 (2013) linked here:
IRS Pub 970 (2013) Tax Benefits for Education

Non-Discrimination Policy:
The Van Etten Alumni Association, on behalf of The John F. Sandusky Athletic Scholarship, is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Privacy Policy:

The Van Etten Alumni Association, on behalf of The John F. Sandusky Athletic Scholarship, does not release names or contact information to anyone, except as required in performing the normal business of the Association.

John F Sandusky graduated from the Van Etten Central School in 1955.  John and Ruth Anne (Northam) Sandusky were lovingly married for 65 years at the time of his passing in September 2024.  John had many achievements in his life, including induction into the SVE Athletic Hall of Fame, induction into the New York State Section IV Hall of Fame and induction into the Valley Bowling Hall of Fame. Between 1979 and 1984, John was involved with the Booster Club, helping to maintain SVE school sports programs.