For 2026 the Canby Rotary Foundation administers 9 scholarships including the DirectLink Scholarships described below. Each with differing eligibility requirements and different award amounts, ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 for one year.

DirectLink Canby Rotary Scholarships

The DirectLink scholarship was established in 1991, funded by a grant from the Canby Telephone Association (currently DirectLink) to the Canby Rotary Foundation. Its purpose is to assist graduating seniors and current college students whose families live in their service territory and are current customers.

Multiple scholarships will be awarded for $2,500 each.

Minimum Requirements:

• Applicant must be a current high school senior or a college student progressing satisfactorily toward graduation.
• Applicants must be a current DirectLink subscriber in the Canby serving area or legally residing with an immediate family member who is a subscriber or customer of DirectLink.
• High school applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 through the 11th trimester.
• College student applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 through the last completed term or semester.

Questions regarding the scholarships available through the Canby Rotary Foundation or additional information regarding the application process can be sent via e-mail to Charlie Stinson <cestin970@gmail.com>.