The 2025 IPIA scholarship application window is now closed. ​Thank you to all who applied! 
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The next application window will open in March 2026.

The IPIA awards the following scholarships annually to a qualifying IPIA member employee or dependent:

•  Tom and Genny Sedler Scholarship - $2,000
•  Charlie and Mary Lynn Kent Scholarship - $2,000

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2025 Scholarship Recipients

2025 Tom and Genny Sedler Scholarship
Sarah Praveen

Sarah Praveen, daughter of Reddy Ice Senior Director Praveen Edwin, is a dedicated student and talented artist from Memorial High School in Frisco, Texas.  With a 4.0 unweighted and 5.1 weighted GPA, Sarah is an AP Scholar with Distinction and a four-time state qualifier in the Visual Art Scholastic Event. She serves as President of the National Art Honor Society and has earned multiple top honors for her work, including “Best in Show” and first place in sculpture.  In addition to her academic and artistic achievements, Sarah is a skilled leader - organizing fundraisers, managing events, and supporting her school community through theater, yearbook, and activism.  She also has worked as a Customer Care Representative at Reddy Ice.  Sarah plans to attend the Savannah College of Art and Design to major in Production Design with a focus on Art Direction, aiming to combine her passions for art, leadership, and education. This scholarship will help her pursue a future in creative leadership and continue giving back through her craft. 

2025 Charlie and Mary Lynn Kent Scholarship
Olivia Gillum

Olivia Gillum, daughter of Robert Gillum, Operations Manager at The Home City Ice Company, has been closely connected to the ice industry both through her father's role and her own part-time work.  A high-achieving student at Ross High School, Olivia is a consistent High Honor Roll recipient, National Honor Society member, and Student Council Class President.  She has demonstrated strong leadership as a member of the Student-Athlete Leadership Team and as the creator of the “True Strength” initiative.  In DECA, she’s earned district and state titles and became a National Finalist.  Olivia is also a standout athlete, serving as a two-time varsity soccer captain and earning numerous regional honors.  She’s actively involved in her community, mentoring younger students, volunteering at local events, and working as a server and soccer trainer.  Olivia plans to pursue a degree in business management to build a career as a strong, service-oriented leader.  This scholarship will help her focus on her studies and expand her impact through internships and volunteer work.