Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Elks Lodge recently announced the winners of $500 scholarships awarded to 2016 seniors.

The 15 scholarships went to students and direct relatives of members of the Dexter Elks Lodge.

The Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking community projects that address unmet needs, and by honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans.

The recipients of this year's 2016 scholarships are Kendall Adams of Dexter, Kassidy Bollinger of Dexter, Kerigan Brady of Dexter, Shaylee Ficke of Doniphan, River Chism of Dexter, Matney Davis of Dexter, Michael Griffin of Dexter, Kayla Newell of Apex, North Carolina, Tyler Heil of Dexter, Jessica Holder of Dexter, Storm Massey of Dexter, Dakoda Monroe of Bloomfield, Seth Mouser of Dexter, Katylyn Pearson of Bloomfield, and Blake Robinett of Dexter.

Shown in the photo are Dexter seniors front row from left to right Kerigan Brady, Jessica Holder, Kendall Adams, and Matney Davis.  Back row from left to right are Michael Griffin, River Chism, Tyler Heil, Storm Massey, and Blake Robinett.