Amherst Exempted Village Schools

The Amherst Schools Educational Foundation (ASEF) supports innovative programs, student scholarships, and staff development across the district. Funded by alumni, families, staff, businesses, and community members, ASEF benefits Amherst students now and in the future.

Operating under the Amherst Exempted Village Schools Board of Education, ASEF manages an endowment to fund grants and scholarships. A volunteer board of nine trustees—comprising community leaders, alumni, and supporters—guides its mission.

• Since 2000, the Amherst Schools endowment has awarded over $1 million in educational grants and student scholarships.

• Each year, 20+ scholarships are awarded to deserving students. [See list below]

• Educational grants fund innovative programs and activities that enhance and enrich classroom learning.

• All ASEF grants align with district goals and fund innovative projects beyond the scope of the regular school budget, enhancing the educational experience for all students.

One recent example is the creation of the new Comet Corner at Marion L. Steele — a collaborative initiative with our Makerspace programs. This dynamic space provides students with hands-on experience in business, marketing, and entrepreneurship, preparing Comets with real-world skills for future success. Please see more about Comet Corner in the video below.

• 100% of your gift directly supports the Amherst Schools—and it's fully tax-deductible.

• Your donation is a lasting investment in the future of our students. Contributions to our endowment funds grow over time, expanding their impact year after year.

• Only the interest earned is used for grants and scholarships—your principal gift remains untouched, ensuring long-term support for generations to come.

The endowment funds supporting Amherst Schools are professionally managed and invested through the Community Foundation of Lorain County—proudly recognized as the first community foundation in the nation to establish school endowment funds.

As a donor. you can contribute in a wide variety of ways that benefit Amherst Schools and you.

As a donor. you can contribute in a wide variety of ways that benefit Amherst Schools and you.

• Amherst Schools Educational Foundation

• Andrew Zvara Scholarship

• Angelo Ortenzi Memorial Scholarship

• Dale Smith “Rise Above It” Scholarship

• David S. Bourne Memorial Scholarship

• Discenzo Scholarship

• Kilbride Family Scholarship

• Grace Sprenger Scholarship

• Hickory Tree Grange Scholarship

• Hollstein Memorial Scholarship

• Timothy Logar Educational Scholarship

• Hudak Scholarship

• Jeanne and Andrius Balukas Visual Art Scholarship

• Jean and Janet Kubuske Memorial Scholarship

• Kathryn P. Murray Scholarship

• Kay Dabrowski Memorial Scholarship

• Mihalic Scholarship

• Opheim /Shannon Scholarship

• Boynton Principal’s Leadership Award