IPMS/USA is proud to partner again in 2025 with the family of the late Ralph Forehand to offer a scholarship program to IPMS/USA members, their children and grandchildren. For those who didn't know Ralph there are some details of his longstanding service to IPMS/USA and his life in the image below, as well as information about how to apply for the scholarship. This year there will be up to three $500 scholarships available, thanks to the generosity of the Forehand family. Applications must be submitted by March 15, 2025, and the winner(s) will be selected on May 15, 2025 for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Use this link or the QR code below for more information.
Please join the Executive Board in thanking the Forehand Family for their generosity and thoughtfulness.
Happy modeling,
Phil Peterson
His heirs have created this scholarship fund to give back to the organization that meant so much to him.
- Scholarships are open to any IPMS-USA member (or child or grandchild of any IPMS-USA member) who is enrolled in an institute of higher learning (including college, university, or trade school).
- Up to three $500 scholarships will be awarded each year.
- Applicants required to apply via website (address below). Two short essay questions are require and will be used to determine applicants awarded.
Key Dates:
- January 15 - March 15, 2025 - Applications Open
- May 15, 2025 - Winners Selected
- June 15, 2025 - Winners provide proof of enrollment
- August 2025 - Winners Awarded at IPMS National Convention
Application Web Site: https://atila.ca/scholarship/ralph-forehand-scholarship-fund-40dtvvq2
Ralph Forehand (1932-2022) was a long time IPMS-USA member (member #1592) and he formed many lifelong friendships during his many years with IPMS.
As a former high school dropout, he enrolled in the Air Force and served as a flight line mechanic at Laughlin Airforce Base during the Korean War. During his service, he worked to attain his GED and then after serving he first attained an Associate Radio Engineer degree, and eventually a BS in Industrial Engineering from Virginia Tech. He strongly believed in the benefits of a higher education.
He served IPMS in several key roles:
- Historian / Publications Director 1968-1970
- Update Editor 1968-1971
- First Vice President 1970-1972
- Webmaster 1996-2002
- Named as Life Member 2016
