The Manhattan Public Schools Foundation presents three scholarships each May to graduating Manhattan High School Seniors for their continuing education. Each year’s scholarships of $1000 each can be used for many different studies including music, engineering, nursing, mathematics, teaching, physical sciences and numerous other accredited studies. Grants are also made available for Manhattan Public School Teachers who apply for funding for educational projects that enhance student learning.

The Darcy Lynn Dengel Memorial Scholarship was established to honor Darcy Dengel, a compassionate nurse and volunteer who died in a plane crash in 2007. Aimed at graduates of Manhattan Public High School with aspirations in nursing, the scholarship celebrates Darcy's lifelong dedication to helping others and her active involvement in her hometown of Manhattan. This initiative reflects her family's desire to give back to the community that supported them, perpetuating Darcy's legacy of care and service.

Lieutenant General Patrick Hughs and his wife, Karlene, have established a scholarship through Manhattan High School to support young individuals from Manhattan aiming for careers in military, law enforcement, and nursing. Recognizing the obstacles in achieving personal ambitions, the Hughes, both Montana natives with deep roots in the Gallatin Valley, seek to foster the next generation's success. Pat, a Manhattan schools alumnus, and Karlene, a graduate of Bozeman Senior High School, have been married for over six decades and are deeply invested in their community's future.

The Jim Oriet Memorial Scholarship was established in 2022. It is given in memory of Jim Oriet, a lifelong teacher who taught from the Fall of 1984, until Spring of 2019. We wish to honor and preserve Jim’s spirit and passion for teaching and athletics.

The Debra Seeman Platisha Nursing Scholarship was created to honor Debra’s dedication to compassionate care and education. One $750 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior from Manhattan Public High School who intends to pursue a career in nursing or a related medical field. Candidates must demonstrate strong academic performance, a commitment to community service, and resilience in overcoming personal challenges. This scholarship reflects Debra’s enduring legacy of service and aims to support students who share her passion for helping others through healthcare.

The Marilyn McNelis Memorial Scholarship was established in 2026, by her family to honor her 30 years of dedication to education and to carry on her legacy. She began her career in a small rural classroom, later teaching special education and second grade, and served in the Manhattan School District from 1986 to 2005, where she formed lasting friendships in the school community. Known for her love of teaching and kind spirit, this scholarship supports a graduating senior from Manhattan High School who plans to pursue a career in education and demonstrates the compassion and commitment to positively impact future students.

The Avery Melling Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the life of Avery Melling, a 17-year-old  junior at Manhattan High School, who was tragically killed in a rollover accident due to icy road conditions on December 24, 2024. Avery was loved by many, and she is often distinctly remembered by her vibrant personality, fierce generosity, love for cheerleading, and passion for welding. Through the establishment of this scholarship, we wish to honor Avery’s life and dreams by helping a student from her class (Class of 2026) at Manhattan High School pursue higher education after the completion of high school. Avery had a substantial impact on her friends, family, coworkers, and community. We recognize that Avery and her bright legacy should never be forgotten, and the Avery Melling Memorial Scholarship is our collective way of doing this.