Foundation

Foundation Scholarships

Through the generosity and support of individuals, organizations, and businesses, the Decorah Community School District Foundation has had the honor and privilege of awarding hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships to well over 1000 Decorah High School graduates pursuing a post-secondary education.

The DCSD Foundation is a Dollars for Scholars affiliate.  This website is now available to Decorah students with national scholarship opportunities as well as the local scholarship awards given directly through the DCSD Foundation each year. 

Students are invited to log into the Dollars for Scholars link above to begin their personal profiles and launch their scholarship application process.

Educational Projects and Programs

ExCel Endowments

The ExCel Endowed Fund was established by the Decorah Foundation in 1999 to support local students interested in pursuing unique experiences. Qualifying programs include in-person camps, college/university enrichments, and other programs that take place outside of Winneshiek County during the summer months in these categories:

• Academic/Technical (STEM, foreign language, writing, engineering, etc.)
• Fine Arts (art, drama, music)
• Outdoor Learning and Leadership

Students in grades 6-11 are eligible. Deadline to apply is April 30 at 4:00 pm.

ExCel Grant Information and Criteria Sheet
ExCel Online Application
Criteria and Camp Suggestions by Decorah Students

Russ Freerking Spanish Study Grant

This is an endowed scholarship created by DHS alumnus David Anderson that is awarded to a DHS student or recent graduate who is enrolled in an immersion experience in a Spanish speaking country. 

Russ Freerking Spanish Study Grant Information and Criteria Sheet
Freerking Online Application

Faculty Development Award

An endowed scholarship granted to a faculty member of the Decorah Community School District for work toward an advanced degree. 

Faculty Development Information
Faculty Development Application