Honouring Commitment to Community Service: Announcing the Harley and AnnaRuth Osborne Bursary Fund
The County Foundation is excited to announce a new bursary fund established in honour of Harley and AnnaRuth Osborne, whose lives reflect a long and continuing commitment to community service.
Each year, a bursary of $2,000 shall be awarded to a graduating student of either PECI (Prince Edward Collegiate Institute) or NDSS (Napanee District Secondary School) who has consistently shown leadership, initiative, and a dedication to serving their community. The student must intend to pursue post-secondary education, in any area of study.
Born in Prince Edward County, Harley developed an early interest in mathematics, later attending Queen’s University to pursue a degree in this field. AnnaRuth, born in Haldimand County, demonstrated musical talent from a young age, and later pursued a degree in music education at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Music.
After meeting at OISE in Toronto, they embarked on a decades-long teaching journey that left a lasting positive impact — not only on the students they taught, but also on the broader community. Both leveraged their talents in their respective teaching roles: AnnaRuth directed many memorable school drama productions, concerts, and musical performances; Harley coached students preparing to enter national mathematics competitions. Together, they set a high bar, encouraging students to discover their interests and reach their potential.
Today, their focus on community involvement remains strong. This bursary honours their life-long legacy of serving, supporting and mentoring others.
Graduating students from PECI or NDSS are encouraged to apply for this new bursary, which is accepting applications for 2025 until May 31st. Visit the Harley and AnnaRuth Osborne Bursary page to learn more about how to apply.
