Hannah Marie Foundation
Est. 1988

In the early years of the inn, the Hannah Marie Foundation was established as an IRS 501-C3* foundation.  Its sole purpose is to give an annual $500 scholarship to mature women to improve their employment skills.  This opportunity is open to the women of Clay County residence who are 25 years and older, and enrolled in the Medical Program at the Iowa Lakes Community College in Spencer, Iowa.

It is given in honor of Hannah Marie's sister Beda Freeburg Sampson, an Iowa farm woman.  Aunt Beda gave generously to her community by her support of the Lincoln Lutheran Church in Clay County, her dedication to her nursing career in Spencer, and her leadership skills in promoting quality 4H programs.

Although the Foundation was granted IRS tax-exempt status in 1907, these awards have been given since November 1988.  Our goal is for the Foundation to be a perpetual source for these awards.  Friends and family members have been honored at birthday, retirement, and anniversary times.  Dedicating a Foundation Scholarship as a living memorial would honor a loved ones memory.  Please phone 712-262-1286 for more information.

All applications are reviewed by the Foundation's committee, which makes the selection.  All scholarship monies are used for the scholarships as there are no administration costs.  The Foundation's Board is also IRS approved.

*Section 501(C) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, Public Supported Organization, Rule #8734, September 12, 1997.