The Anna High School Scholarship Foundation

In 2001, Jim Rountree, and his 4 siblings created the Anna High School Scholarship Foundation in honor of their mother. She was a single parent of 5 children in the 1950s, who through hard work and determination was able to influence and provide each child with the opportunity to go to college. It was her inspiration that led to the success of Jim and his siblings. 

The foundation started with the idea of awarding students for not necessarily academic efforts but their ambition to continue their education and need for support to be able to go to achieve their dreams.  In 2001, we awarded one $400 scholarship. As of today, the Foundation has awarded over $158,000 in scholarships primarily through donations from Jim, his family and the Anna community. It was important to Jim that it was not just a one-year scholarship, but something that the recipient could earn for up to 4 years if their grades were above a 3.0 each year.  In 2009 the Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce awarded the Foundation with the Non-Profit of the Year award. 

With the passing of Jim in July 2020, his daughter, granddaughter and friends have continued to honor his legacy through this foundation. We have made a difference in so many students lives and look forward to expanding and continuing on this tradition.