Fund Est. 2000
Marvin and Kae Taylor of Monroe, Indiana have three children: Joy, Jana, and Susan. When Susan and her family were in the Navy and stationed in Italy, they had a son, Benjamin Allen Roehs. Benjamin was born January 29, 1982 and sadly, died shortly after birth.
In 2000, Marvin and Kae Taylor established the Benjamin Allen Roehs Scholarship as an annual tribute in recognition of their grandson. This scholarship is not the typical college award. this scholarship is for three-, four-, and five-year-old children. This award is for students whose parents are interested in having their child begin their educational career with a strong Christian foundation. Originally set for the preschool at the Monroe Methodist church, the award transition to serve the children attending the Lighthouse Preschool.
In 2024, the ACCF recognized the 25th year of awarding this scholarship. Instructor, Cheryl Harris has served as leader of the preschool for 16 years (since 2008). She has watched as the small 3–5-year-old students grow into adults. She has witnessed the happiness of the parents and the educational growth of the many children that have benefited from this blessing.
Marvin and Kae wanted to help families who enrolled their young children in the church's Christian-based nursery school. They believe if a child can be introduced to a Christian education at an early age, it sets the foundation for a good, religious understanding and Christian way of life.
Our community is fortunate to have this family in our community.