Give to the Jack Glatting Memorial Endowed Scholarship

In 1975, Jack Glatting established a small land planning company in Orlando. Over the next 25 years, his firm became one of Florida's largest, known for many high-profile development projects including Lake Nona in Orange County,  Viera in Brevard County and Alaqua Lakes in Seminole County. Under his leadership, his firm designed the West Orange Trail and helped with the expansion of the Orange County Convention Center.

Hailed by partners, friends and family as a creative planner whose passion focused on mixed-use developments, Jack’s firm was known for its employee-friendly work environment where employees enjoyed annual pumpkin carving contests, dart tournaments and beach weekends.

"We're in the community design industry; the firm was home for a lot of creative people," said Glatting partner Bill Kercher. "Jack was among the most creative. He wanted to create successful communities and places for people to live and learn, work and play."

Through his professional and civic planning efforts, Mr. Glatting forever shaped the landscape of our community, providing a lasting foundation and model for future growth. He took great satisfaction in the mentoring of many younger community planners and designers.

Upon his passing in 2002, the community honored Mr. Glatting through the establishment of the Jack Glatting Memorial Endowed Scholarship. Students interested in architectural design or construction, possess a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, and have financial needs are eligible to apply.

Success Stories

Skyla Williams

Skyla is on her college journey to become an architectural engineer. Motivated by a passion for architecture and engineering. She is the first woman in her family to pursue a college degree and aims to graduate with a bachelor's within the next five years. Her determination and ambition are evident when she graduated high school with summa cum laude honors, which provided her with early exposure to college-level coursework that instilled in her the values of hard work and dedication. She looks forward to the opportunities that lie ahead and is committed to making the most of her college experience to fulfill her dream of becoming an architectural engineer.

“Please accept my deepest gratitude for the incredible opportunity your generous scholarship has bestowed upon me. Your unwavering support and belief in my potential mean more to me than words can express. Receiving this scholarship is not only a tremendous honor but also a life-changing moment for me. It will further alleviate the financial burden of my education and allow me to focus wholeheartedly on my studies and future aspirations. Your kindness has opened doors that seemed unreachable, and for that, I am profoundly grateful. Your dedication to investing in the dreams and ambitions of students like me is truly inspiring. I promise to make the most of this opportunity, striving for excellence in my academic pursuits and contributing positively to society.” - Skyla Williams

Spencer Faden

Pursuing an A.A. degree in Construction Engineering, Spencer discovered his passion for the field during high school. Through three summers working as a laborer at a construction company, he found fulfillment in learning new skills and witnessing progress firsthand. Motivated to advance beyond laborer roles, Spencer chose to pursue higher education at Seminole State, attracted by the programs and knowledgeable instructors in his desired field. His recent Eagle Scout Service Project, which involved designing and building a bridge, provided valuable insights into construction management and design, reinforcing his commitment to his studies and future career success.

"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for being selected as the recipient of the Jack Glatting Memorial Quasi-Endowed Scholarship for the 2024 spring semester. Receiving this scholarship has not only alleviated the financial burden associated with pursuing higher education but has also provided me with the encouragement and support needed to achieve my academic and career aspirations.

 I feel a profound sense of responsibility to honor the faith you have placed in me. I am dedicated to maintaining high academic standards, actively engaging in extracurricular activities, and seizing every opportunity for personal and professional development. Your investment in my education is an investment in the betterment of our shared future, and I am determined to make the most of this invaluable opportunity.  Thank you for making a difference in my life and the lives of countless others through your commitment to education.” - Spencer Faden