John and Charlotte Pernik were dedicated to their faith, family, and community. John, the son of Czechoslovakian immigrants grew up with few means. He met and married his wife Charlotte, a registered nurse at St. Elziabeth Hospital in Dayton who supported the family financially so that John could earn his degree at the University of Dayton. Upon graduation, John founded Dayton Plastics Company which he grew into a national company. Together, John and Charlotte raised and put through college nine children. The success and achievement of their children is a direct reflection of the lifetime of love, commitment and faithfulness to God. The Pernik children have established this scholarship in loving memory and tribute to John and Charlotte.
Award: $1000 each year
Eligibility:
- Need-based (Ed Choice and FACTS Grant and Aid) for incoming Freshman student
- Student must have a minimum of 2.0 GPA
Essay: Required essay length should be 250-300 words
References: Two (2) references will be required. Relatives cannot be used as references
Special: Non-renewable
The John and Charlotte Pernik Scholarship is closed
