David Michael Smith Scholarship
Ferndale Community Foundation
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 2026-05-12
Location: Ferndale, Oakland, MI
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Grade Level: 12
Overview
The David Michael Smith Scholarship was established in memory of David Michael Smith, a 16-year-old Ferndale resident who passed away on June 29, 2006. David was fatally struck by a train while attempting to place a quarter on the tracks. The scholarship was created by the Smith family to honor their son's memory, remind young people not to play around train tracks, and to support Ferndale students who demonstrate a dedication to community service and education.