Student Scholarships

Holmberg Scholarship

The Holmberg Scholarship Fund was established in 1998 by Mrs. Barbara Holmberg Eichmann, a current and long-time Hempfield resident. Richard Holmberg, her deceased husband, had been a successful business owner, and many of their children and grandchildren are Hempfield graduates. Mrs. Holmberg and her family recognize the value of a good education, the need and desire to continue learning, and that learning is a life-long endeavor.

Up to Three (3) Holmberg Scholarships of $3,000 are awarded annually by the Foundation. These are one time scholarships.

Key Scholarship Requirements:

• A recipient of this scholarship must be enrolling as full or part-time student at a postsecondary educational institution to pursue an academic or professional degree
• The postsecondary educational institution being attended by the recipient must provide an educational program of training that prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation, is authorized under federal or state law to provide such a program, and is accredited by a nationally recognized accreditation organization
• Consideration of financial need (as indicated by their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/EFC#) will be taken into account

A PDF of the completed application for this scholarship must be emailed to the Hempfield Foundation at [email protected] by March 16, 2023.

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The George Rakoczy Memorial Scholarship for Graduating Entrepreneurs

George Rakoczy was an owner and CEO of Warfel Construction in Lancaster. Despite being born in communist Hungary, George never allowed the communist perspective to quash his entrepreneurial spirit. In 1956, during the Hungarian Uprising, he bravely fled his homeland to begin a new life in the United States. He got his first job in construction after serving in the United States Army and while studying civil engineering. George was incredibly appreciative of the freedoms and opportunities found in this country, and he was always determined to succeed. George passed away in 1995. The purpose of this scholarship is to honor the memory of George Rakoczy by providing financial support to a graduating Hempfield student with an entrepreneurial spirit who is pursuing postsecondary education or training other than a four-year college degree.

One George Rakoczy Memorial Scholarship for Graduating Entrepreneurs of $5,000 will be awarded annually by the foundation.

Key Scholarship Requirements:

• The scholarship shall be awarded to a graduating Hempfield High School senior pursuing postsecondary education or training other than a four-year college degree. In addition, the recipient must:
• The applicant must Maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average
• The applicant must have a strong portfolio of elective classes taught by the Technology and Engineering and/or Business, Computer and Information Technology Departments
• The applicant must submit a letter of recommendation from a work, internship, or co-op supervisor
• The applicant must demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit through a short written essay (500 words or less) or video (two minutes or less)
• Consideration of financial need (as indicated by their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/EFC#) will be taken into account.

A PDF of the completed application for this scholarship must be emailed to the Hempfield Foundation at [email protected] by March 16, 2023. If you choose to do the optional video, please include a link/attachment when you submit your PDF of the written application. Thank you!

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The Fritz Family Scholarship in Honor of Elizabeth (Fritz) Erb

Elizabeth (Fritz) Erb was a player on the very first Hempfield girls lacrosse team, and she led her squad to consecutive league titles in 2001 and 2002––the 2001 championship being the first one ever awarded for the sport in Lancaster County. She became an assistant coach for the Lady Knights in 2003, and in 2006, Liz became the head coach of the Hempfield team. While coaching, Liz graduated from Millersville University Summa Cum Laude in 3.5 years with a BA in Elementary & Early Childhood Education followed later by a Masters in Instructional Technology from Wilkes University. In 2019, after 13 years of coaching Hempfield girls lacrosse, she retired as the all-time winningest lacrosse coach in Lancaster-Lebanon League history. While she helped her players sharpen their game skills, Liz was even more focused on making sure her players developed all the intangible qualities that build strong character and lead to success off the playing field. Her positive impact on Hempfield students continues in her role as a fifth grade teacher at Farmdale Elementary School.

The Fritz Family Scholarship is awarded to a graduating member of the Hempfield girls lacrosse team who is passionate and driven as an athlete, who demonstrates outstanding sportsmanship and exemplary character, and who excels as a student. Up to two Elizabeth Erb Scholarship of $1,000 each may be awarded annually by the Foundation.

Annual Scholarship Amount to be awarded: $1,000

Key Scholarship Requirements:

• A recipient of this scholarship must be enrolling as full or part-time student at a postsecondary educational institution to pursue an academic or professional degree.
• The applicant must have at least a 3.0 grade point average.
• The applicant must submit a letter of recommendation from a coach or other non-family individual who can attest to the applicant's leadership, character and other qualities.
• Consideration of financial need (as indicated by their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/EFC#) will be taken into account.

Use of the Scholarship: The scholarship may be used to pay for tuition/credit fees, books/materials, computers/technology, room and board or any other costs directly related to the recipient's course of study.

A PDF of the completed application for this scholarship must be emailed to the Hempfield Foundation at [email protected] by March 16, 2023.

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The Class of 1960 Award

The Class of 1960 Award was established to recognize a graduating Hempfield senior who has distinguished him or herself through exemplary scholarship, leadership, and service.

One Class of 1960 Award of $1,000 is awarded annually by the Foundation.

Key Requirements:

• A recipient of this scholarship must be enrolling as full or part-time student at a four-year postsecondary educational institution to pursue an academic or professional degree
• The postsecondary educational institution being attended by the recipient must provide an educational program of training that prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation, is authorized under federal or state law to provide such a program, and is accredited by a nationally recognized accreditation organization
• A recipient should have at least a 3.0 grade point average
• A recipient should be a leader in school and/or the community as reflected by the recipient's extracurricular and other activities
• Consideration of financial need (as indicated by their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/EFC#) will be taken into account

A PDF of the completed application for this scholarship must be emailed to the Hempfield Foundation at [email protected] by March 16, 2023.

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Dan Britton Jones Altruism Award

Altruism is selfless concern for the welfare of others or giving without regard to reward or need for recognition. This one time award of $500 is made to the student most exemplifying the ideals of altruism and is given at the annual Senior Awards Ceremony. The award recipient is chosen by the Hempfield High School faculty.