William Mackey Memorial Scholarship

Education helped shape Bill Mackey's life from the very beginning. Raised by a mother who was a teacher and alongside siblings who shared this same calling, he grew up surrounded by the belief that teaching was a meaningful way to serve others. After graduating from Ashland College, he became a middle school math teacher and basketball/football coach while working summers as an account manager at Osborne Inc. After nearly ten years in education, he transitioned full-time to Osborne. Over the next 40 years, he worked his way up to president of Osborne Inc.

Despite his success in business, his passion for teaching never left him. He held deep respect for the Osborne family whose long-standing charitable work and commitment to the community reflected the same values he carried throughout his life.

Form Closes May 15, 2026

Scholarship Amount: $2,000

Eligibility requirements:

• 2026 graduate of a Lake County High School
• Attending college during the Autumn 2026 semester
• Studying education or an education-related field/career
• Provide proof of enrollment if chosen as the recipient of the scholarship

Questions: (500 word limit for each individual question. We recommend writing your answers in a separate word processor and copying them to the application form.)

1. Think of a teacher or coach who played a meaningful role in shaping who you are today. What lessons did they teach you that you will carry with you?
2. What inspires you to pursue a career in education or coaching? In what ways do you hope to influence and support the next generation of students and athletes?