Hey South Side friends! The 2025 South Side Scholarship application is officially live, and we couldn’t be more excited to help at least one local senior take the next step in their education! Each year, we team up with our neighbors to award a scholarship to one deserving senior at South High School – and we need your help to spread the word.

$1,000+ Scholarship for a Local Senior
This scholarship is all about supporting the youth in our community. The lucky recipient will receive at least $1,000 to help with education expenses, whether they’re headed to college, a trade school, or any accredited program. It’s our way of saying, “We believe in you!” If you know a senior who lives on the South Side and is graduating from South High School this year, make sure they know about this opportunity!

How to Apply
If you’re a South High senior and you live on the South Side of Columbus, make sure to apply for the 2025 South Side Scholarship by April 6th. The application is easy, and all submissions are online at www.merionvillage.org. Let’s help our students chase their dreams and make a difference right here at home!

Chili Cook-Off: A Tasty Way to Support the Scholarship Fund
Here’s where things get delicious. The 2025 Chili Cook-Off, benefiting the South Side Scholarship Fund, is happening on Saturday, March 1st from 12 PM to 2 PM at The Hey Hey. We’re talking about lots of mouth-watering chili to taste, vote on, and enjoy with friends and neighbors – all while raising money for a great cause.

• Admission is just $10 for adults (and $5 for kids 10 and under), and the best part? Every ticket directly funds the scholarship! So, not only do you get to enjoy an afternoon of awesome chili, but you’re also helping our local students achieve their goals. It’s a win-win!
  
• RSVP Today! Be sure to RSVP at this link, so we know you’re coming. We can’t wait to see you there, taste some amazing chili, and raise funds for the South Side Scholarship!

When you support the South Side Scholarship Fund, you're helping students in our community access opportunities they might not otherwise have. It’s an investment in their future, and in turn, the future of our whole community. So, let’s show our South Side students that we’ve got their backs.

Whether you’re attending the Chili Cook-Off or just sharing the word about the scholarship, you’re making a difference. Thanks for helping us continue this tradition of support for our amazing youth.

For more info on the scholarship or to apply, head over to www.merionvillage.org.
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We can’t wait to see you at the Chili Cook-Off!

Join us for an inspiring evening of connection and conversation at the South Side Small Business Mixer!

WHEN: Wednesday, March 26th from 5-7 PM
WHERE: Hosted by Jennings Java at 116 E Moler Street

Designed exclusively for South Side entrepreneurs and small business owners, this event offers a unique opportunity to share your vision for the future of South Side business. Engage in dynamic discussions, collaborate on ideas, and network with your peers as we work together to shape a thriving local business community.

Light refreshments provided.

The event is free.
Registration is requested.