The donors supporting Dollars for Scholars in Pella participated in a luncheon Thursday. President of Pella Dollars for Scholars Mick Snieder says the afternoon served as a small token of appreciation for the various businesses and individuals supporting local high school graduates and as an opportunity to provide updates related to the organization. Snieder says last year, the process was opened up to Pella-area homeschool students in addition to high school seniors at Pella and Pella Christian. Since 2000, more than $1.5 million in financial aid has been given to graduates through Pella Dollars for Scholars. Applications for the Class of 2022 will open on January 1st.