Community Impact Scholarship
A Community Bank focused on making a Happier community
The Forcht Bank Community Impact Scholarship was created to reward young adults who have worked to improve their communities. Balancing school responsibilities with community service, athletics and even jobs can be challenging for students. And Forcht Bank would like to recognize, and reward, those individuals in assisting with future expenses tied to education so that they can achieve their dreams. Ultimately, we hope that our communities young adults return and continue to invest in their communities one day at a time.
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024 COMMUNITY IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

EARN a $5,000 ScholarshiP
We are pleased to announce our inaugural Community Impact Scholarship has begun accepting applications for the 2023 - 2024 school year! Three graduating seniors will receive a $5,000 check to assist with expenses at a two or four year accredited college or university. Last year, over 100 applications were submitted for the chance to win. Meet our past scholars!
our commitment to happier futures
In 2020, a research study showed Kentucky and Ohio both rank among the least educated states in the country. We can and will do better. Founder Terry Forcht is a strong advocate in the importance of education and investing in our communities. Watch the video to see how Forcht Bank is making a difference in our local education system.
More Information about the Scholarship
Each year, beginning in 2021, Forcht Bank will provide three graduating seniors a one time scholarship payment of $5,000 to assist with expenses at a two or four year accredited college or university.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must be:
Current high school senior attending a school in one of the following counties: Kentucky (Knox, Whitley, Laurel, Pulaski, Madison, Fayette, Green, Taylor, Jefferson, Grant, Boone, Kenton); Ohio (Hamilton)
Citizen of the United States
Have an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher
Planning to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States.
Applicants may not be:
Children or grandchildren of current employees, officers, or owners of Forcht Bank or Forcht Group companies or subsidiaries.
International students
Temporary residents
What information does the application require?
- Personal Information
- School Information & GPA
- Any Awards, Community Service, or Work Experience (optional)
- Two Essay Questions
2023 - 2024 Scholarship Application Window:
October 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Finalist Interviews:
February - March 2024
Winners Announced
April 2024
Official Terms & Conditions of Scholarship can be viewed here.