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Scholarships

Karen Kaiser Scholarship: Karen Kaiser was a special education teacher in the East Rutherford Public Schools. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Rutherford, serving several terms as a deacon, and for many years as a member of the Chancel Choir. She retired to Lancaster, Pennsylvania and died in 2008. In her memory, The First Presbyterian Church of Rutherford sponsors a $1000 scholarship to a student who plans to major/minor in Education, Special Education, or Music. One scholarship will be awarded to a Rutherford High School Student, and one will be awarded to a Becton Regional High School Student.

 

Application Due: April 15, 2026

Deacon Scholarship: The Deacon Board of the First Presbyterian Church of Rutherford will offer one additional $1,000 renewable scholarship to a graduating area high school student. This also includes college, vocational, and trade programs. 

 

Application Due: April 30, 2026

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