The Rotary Club of Tryon Foundation was created in 2000 to promote charitable causes through the expenditure of funds raised by the Rotary Club of Tryon. Celebrating our 25th anniversary this year, the Foundation is proud of the support we have provided to local organizations and students furthering their education.
Rotary Club of Tryon Foundation Grants
The Rotary Club of Tryon Foundation makes grants to local organizations to support programs that align with the Rotary areas of focus. Local Grants are received quarterly. Applications must be submitted by the first day of January, April, July, and October for consideration. Click the links below for more information.
Grant Evaluation Form
Before submitting a grant, please contact the Rotary Club of Tryon Foundation President, Dave Scherping, at scherpd@gmail.com or 828-817-2094 .
Rotary Scholarships
For more information about our scholarship program, please visit:
https://www.rotarycluboftryon.com/scholarship.php
2025-2026 Rotary Foundation Board
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dave Scherping | President |
| Eileen Mehta | Vice-President |
| Stacey Lindsay | Treasurer |
| Kristin Hylland | Secretary |
| Carol Browning | Director |
| Anne Day | Director |
| Martin Gilchrist | Director |
| Dave Hosick | Director |
| Liz Mossina | Director |
| Ken Shull | Director |
