Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation

For good. For ever.

306 South University Avenue Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 United States

(989) 773-7322

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Isabella County, now and for generations to come, by attracting and holding permanent endowed funds from a wide range of donors, addressing needs through grant making and providing leadership on key community issues.

John B. and Nancy L. Theisen Memorial Scholarship Fund

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Image courtesy of Clarke Historical Library

In June of 2021, the John B. and Nancy L. Theisen Memorial Scholarship Fund was endowed and established with the Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation. Nancy was a 1957 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and John a 1956 graduate from Sacred Heart Academy. They were married at Sacred Heart on August 26, 1961. As fixtures in the Isabella County community, John owned and operated Jack’s Amoco Station in Weidman for 33 years. Nancy was a dental assistant to Dr. William Fortino, DDS for 20 years. This fund will award scholarships to an MPHS and SHA seniors who are pursuing a college degree based upon their community involvement.

Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:

  • Applicant is a graduating senior from Mt. Pleasant High School or Sacred Heart Academy planning to attend college in the United States.

  • Applicant demonstrates an outstanding attitude toward education and community involvement.

  • Applicant must be from Mt. Pleasant, MI.