Student Success
When we support the education and success of the next generation, the entire community benefits
Educational Support
Scholarships
Supporting students financially to help reach their long-term goals
Program Details
STRIVE Mentor Program
1-on-1 mentoring — Juniors & Seniors
Counselors/teachers recommend students who meet twice
twice a month. Adult mentors, Rotarians and local business leaders, Develop mentoring Relationships that may extend for years
• Speakers /Topics include Resumé Writing, Positive Networking, Personal Safety, The Power of Positive Groups, and Job Shadowing/Interviewing, - to name a few.
• Chanhassen Rotary Foundation scholarships are awarded based on Academics — Attendance — Attitude. Average scholarship is $1,000, and Applicable to Technical schools — on-the-job training — Colleges & Universities—
• Statistics since 2010: 98% graduated, 80% completed at least one year of post-high school education, 25% completed 4-year college or higher degrees.
To learn more about STRIVE - contact Susan Conrad
Service Scholarships
For over 20 years, The Rotary Club of Chanhassen has provided Annual Service Scholarship opportunities for up to 30 high school seniors residing in or attending a high school in Chanhassen. At our core, we value the spirit of community service and believe that volunteerism plays a crucial role in shaping well-rounded individuals.
Key Details:
- Eligibility: High school seniors in Chanhassen, MN.
- Emphasis: Volunteerism will be prioritized over academic achievement in the selection process, followed by school activities; extracurricular activities and achievement.
- For 2026, Applications will be available in January 2026 with a submission Deadline of March 1, 2026
We recognize that true leaders emerge not just from academic excellence but from commitment to community betterment. This scholarship aims to reward and encourage those who have made a positive impact through their voluntary efforts and exemplify the Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self.”
For inquiries, please reach out to high school counselors or, after Jan 1, 2026 to :
Rodney Provart, rod.provart@openhandsfoundation.com or 612-799-0790
Camp Enterprise
Camp Enterprise is an annual two-day camp for area high school students, held at True Friends Camp Courage in Maple Lake. Coordinated by our partner, Rotary Club of Edina, over 100 students will convene in November to form teams to work on a business plan for a new product or service. With the guidance of a mentor and university student, each team comes up with a product service or idea that will be provided by a non- or for-profit and makes a case for its financial success to a panel of venture capital judges. Teams are assessed for the quality of their business plans and presentations, with post-secondary education scholarships going to the top 5 students.
“Camp E” has proven over the years to be a highly successful and popular educational and community-building activity for area teens.
Each year, at least five (5) $1,000 higher education scholarships are awarded to students of exceptional merit. In total, Camp Enterprise has awarded more than $80,000 in scholarships since its inception.
Our Impact
