DCHA Announces Youth Scholarship Funding for Revolutionary War Research

Written By The Mountain Eagle on 4/25/25 | 4/25/25

DELHI — The Delaware County Historical Association (DCHA) in Delhi is pleased to announce the availability of several scholarships for Delaware County youths. Successful applicants will be awarded $1,500 towards their higher education. In order to receive funding, applicants will be required to participate in research relating to Delaware County's Revolutionary War veterans and the status of cemeteries that have veterans interred within.

To qualify, applicants must be juniors or seniors enrolled in a Delaware county high school (or homeschoolers) with plans to enter an accredited higher education institution upon graduation. Applicants should provide a brief letter indicating their interest and their plans for college. Students do not need to be planning on pursuing a future degree in history to qualify.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and should be directed to Dr. Samantha Misa, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY 13753 or emailed to dchadelhi@gmail.com with the subject line Revolutionary War Scholarships.