CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is proud to partner with the Northeast Ohio Foundation for Patriotism (NEOPAT) to announce a new scholarship initiative that will provide ten $1,000 scholarships annually to deserving students in grades nine through 12 from Military families and students actively involved in Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) programs throughout Northeast Ohio’s 20-county region.
Early applications are open now through March 1, 2027. Scholarship application details and eligibility criteria are available on NEOPAT’s website.
“At CrossCountry Mortgage, we have deep respect for the men and women who serve our country, and we are committed to honoring that service in meaningful ways,” said Ron Leonhardt, Founder and CEO of CrossCountry Mortgage. “We’re proud to partner with NEOPAT on this new scholarship opportunity, allowing us to support Military children and families in our community while investing in the future leaders who will help shape our nation.”
Supporting Military Families and Future Leaders in Northeast Ohio
This investment in the next generation reflects a shared commitment to strengthening our communities by supporting those who serve — and those preparing to lead with service, character and purpose. The scholarship program will recognize students who demonstrate academic promise, civic engagement, leadership and commitment to values often shaped through Military family life and JROTC participation.
“At NEOPAT, supporting Military families is a key pillar of our mission, and this new scholarship opportunity is another meaningful way to keep that promise,” said Greg Renkas, Executive Director of NEOPAT. “We are honored to partner with CrossCountry Mortgage to invest in the future of Military families and recognize students who exemplify service to others. These young people represent the future of our great nation, and through this partnership we are helping empower them to pursue their goals while strengthening the communities they call home.”
By investing in students connected to Military Service, this initiative reinforces the importance of supporting not only today’s Service Members and their families, but also the future leaders who embody the spirit of patriotism, responsibility and service to others. These scholarships will help ease financial barriers to higher education while encouraging students to continue making meaningful contributions to their schools, communities and country.
This collaboration also reflects the deep-rooted commitment both organizations share to honoring service beyond the uniform — recognizing the sacrifices of Military families and encouraging the next generation of leaders who understand duty, resilience, and community. Through this scholarship program, NEOPAT and CrossCountry Mortgage aim to inspire opportunity while reinforcing that supporting Military-connected youth is an investment in a stronger Northeast Ohio and a stronger nation.