Memorial Scholarship Fund

The family of Steve Pepoon invite you to honor his memory with a donation to the Steve Pepoon Memorial Scholarship fund (in conjunction with...

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

1st Scholarship Winner Announced (2026)!

 Congratulations Elsie Blackmore!

We are so excited to see what the future holds for you!



Celebrating the First Recipient of the Steve Pepoon Memorial Scholarship

We are honored to announce the very first recipient of the Steve Pepoon Memorial Scholarship: Elsie Blackmore.

Created in memory of Paola native and Emmy Award-winning television writer Steve Pepoon, this scholarship was established to encourage and support students pursuing passions in writing, theater, film, and storytelling — the same creative path Steve followed from Paola High School to a remarkable career in Hollywood.

Elsie was selected for her creativity, dedication, and passion for the arts, qualities that reflect the spirit of this scholarship and Steve’s enduring legacy. We are excited to see where her talents and dreams will lead.

A special thank you to everyone who contributed to the scholarship fund and helped make this opportunity possible for local students.

🎥 Elsie recently shared a heartfelt thank you video, which can be viewed on the Miami County Community Foundation Facebook page here.

We look forward to continuing Steve’s legacy by investing in future storytellers and creators for years to come.


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