City of Kandiyohi Community Scholarship Opportunities

James L. Strouth Memorial Scholarship

Jim Strouth was an active member of the Kandiyohi community and belonged to the Kandiyohi Men’s Club, Kandiyohi Businessmen’s Association, and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. He spent countless hours volunteering for his church and community events and had a strong commitment to his customers and the surrounding agricultural community.

He passed away on February 24, 2021. In his memory, an annual $1,000 scholarship is awarded.

This scholarship is open to a college or trade school student with a strong GPA and an interest in the Kandiyohi community or local agriculture.

Winner Announced: Friday, June 12, 2026, during Kandi Is Dandy Days

Kandiyohi Area Business Association Scholarship

The Kandiyohi Area Business Association awards a $500 scholarship to students—not just high school seniors—who are attending higher education from the Kandiyohi community.

Kandiyohi Community Club & Kandiyohi Co-Op Elevator Scholarship

Since 1987, the Kandiyohi Men’s Club—now known as the Kandiyohi Community Club—has awarded a $500 scholarship to a high school senior living in the former Whittier School District.

Beginning in 2015, a second $500 scholarship was added thanks to a donation from the former Kandiyohi Co-Op Elevator.

Recipients are selected based on community involvement, volunteer experience, academic achievement, and extracurricular activities.

All high school seniors from the former Whittier School District are encouraged to apply.