Deadline:  February 1, 2009
 

No late or incomplete applications will be considered. 

Read the qualifications carefully. The Community Foundation of North Central Washington manages scholarships with varying eligibility requirements.  Some are available only to graduating seniors of high schools in Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties and some are available only the college students.  Award size and number of recipients is determined by the selection committee unless otherwise indicated.

Apply for all the scholarships for which you qualify; however, you must submit a separate application and required attachments for each.  A convenient fill-in PDF form is available below.  For each scholarship for which you are applying,

1. Complete the form

2. Save the form to your personal computer

3. Print the completed application

4. Attach the required documents

5. Mail to:

Community Foundation of NCW

P.O. Box 3332

Wenatchee, WA  98807

 

Use regular mail only, not registered, certified or e-mail.

Full scholarship brochures and applications are also available as downloadable PDFs at this site or at all high school financial aid offices/career centers/counselors in Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan Counties or other locations as indicated in the scholarship description. 

Focus on content. Please focus on and include only what is requested.  Attaching pictures, editorials, or other items not requested is viewed as inattention to detail.  The attachments are removed and are not seen by the selection committee.  No covers, staples or double-sided copies.

What To Include

1. Application.  Use the CFNCW Scholarship Application unless instructed differently by a specific scholarship.  You must include the name of the scholarship for which you are applying.  If not included, the application will not be considered.

2. Statement of Financial Need.

3. List of Activities, Honors and Community Involvement.  Must use only the approved format given in the application - no exceptions.

4. Personal Statement.  Use this opportunity to sell yourself.  Tell us why you should be granted this scholarship, your education plans and career goals.  If the scholarship has a particular emphasis, be sure to address that emphasis.  This statement will be counted heavily.  No more than 2 double-spaced pages.

5. Transcript.  You are responsible to ensure the Foundation receives your transcript by the February 1st deadline.  The best way to do this is to include it with your application.

6. Two Letters of Recommendation using the form included with the application.  The completed forms can be included with your application or mailed separately.  Be sure those writing the letters know to use the proper form and are aware of the February 1st deadline.  No late or incomplete applications will be considered.

Mail to:  Community Foundation of NCW

P.O. Box 3332

Wenatchee, WA  98807

 

Use regular mail only, not registered, certified or e-mail.

Call Lila Edlund at 663-7716 with questions.

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Scholarship Opportunities

For Graduating High School Seniors From Chelan, Douglas Or Okanogan County

Click here to PRINT the brochure:  Print 2009 High School Scholarship Brochure

Use the CFNCW Scholarship Application unless directed differently. 

1. Click here for FILL-IN Form: Fill-In CFNCW HS Scholarship Application

2. Click here to PRINT a blank form: Print CFNCW HS Scholarship Application

3. Click here to PRINT a blank Renewal Request:  Print CFNCW Renewal Request

Lee Bofto Honorary Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of Wenatchee High School who participated in athletics or served the WHS athletic department in some capacity (be sure to address the involvement in your personal statement).  Applicant must have at least a 2.5 GPA and passed the WASL or equivalent exam.  Based on demonstrated financial need. 

Brewster Mike Marin Memorial Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of Brewster High School enrolled in an accredited educational program. Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance.

Brewster High School Rawson Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of Brewster High School enrolled in an accredited educational program. Award based upon need, potential and scholastic ability, not necessarily demonstrated solely by grades, to a promising student who displays strong moral character and integrity. Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance.

Cancer Care/Betsy Tontini Nursing Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior from a Chelan or Douglas County high school who plans to study nursing at Wenatchee Valley College. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA, significant financial need and proven leadership ability demonstrated through participation in community service and extracurricular activities.   Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance.

Chelan County Fire District #1 Volunteer Association Scholarship. Two scholarships, one dedicated to the Chelan County Fire District #1 and one to the Chelan Douglas County Firefighters Association. Awarded to a member or retired member in good standing of the Association for at least one year or to a spouse, child or grandchild of a member. Relationship to the Fire District must be included in the personal statement. Running Start students may apply.

Rudolph and Carolyn Christianson Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of a Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan County high school who demonstrates promise and potential in their studies, major, leadership abilities and career choice. Selection committee may ask for a personal interview.

Cone Family Scholarship. Awarded to a Chelan High School graduating senior who will attend an accredited 4-year college or university. Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance.

Melvin P.'Mel' and Lyndell Crowder NCW Memorial Horticulture Scholarship, $500. Awarded to a student enrolled in the Tree Fruit Production Program at WVC or Tree Fruit Management in the Horticulture Program at WSU.  Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance.

Kelly Darlington-Winton School Scholarship, $250. Awarded to a graduating senior at Cascade High School who attended Winton Elementary School. Personal statement must show the years you attended Winton Elementary School.

Eric De Persio Memorial Scholarship, $1,000. Awarded to a graduating senior of Wenatchee or Westside High School. Based on need, potential and scholastic ability to a promising student who has demonstrated significant improvement academically and/or has overcome obstacles during high school.

Doell Family Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of a Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan County high school. Based on need, grades and potential scholastic ability.  Students majoring in journalism or music are given priority.

Douglas County Waste Management Environment Studies College Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of a Douglas County high school seeking further education in the area of environmental sciences and/or environmental engineering.

Fern Cousineau Duncan Art Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of a Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan County high school. Must be pursuing art as a career, not just as a hobby.  Candidates are required to present a portfolio of a minimum of 10 pieces.  Please don't send samples of your art with your application.  We will contact you about presenting your portfolio.  See your high school art department for further details.

Henry Max Galbraith / East Wenatchee Grange No. 1012 Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior who is a Douglas County resident enrolled in an ag or ag-related field of study at Wenatchee Valley College.  Possible renewal with reapplication and acceptance.

Fisk and Lila Gerhardt Scholarship. Two year scholarship awarded to a graduating senior of Wenatchee High School. Must have GPA of 3.8 and plan to attend a 4-year college or university. Second year contingent upon a successful first year, reapplication and acceptance.

Virgil V. & Pearl E. Gustin Scholarship. Two-year scholarship available to graduating seniors of Mansfield and Waterville High Schools.  Second year renewal contingent upon reapplication and successful completion of first year.

Jack and Dede Hill WSU Exchange Club Scholarship. Awarded to a senior graduating from Wenatchee High School seeking further education at Washington State University. Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance.

Roy W. Hill Music Scholarship. Two $16,000 scholarships awarded at $4,000 per year to graduating seniors, one from a Chelan County high school and one from a Douglas County high school.  Must be a full-time student majoring in music.  40 hours community service each year and continuing as a full-time music major are required to keep award in place for the following three years.

Keyes Fibre Corporation/Don Evenhus Scholarship. Awarded to dependent children (up to age 26) of current employees at the Molded Fibre Plant in Wenatchee. Application also available at Keyes Fibre office.

Stella Knobel & Mary Jean Carter Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior or a nontraditional student from Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan County who is enrolled full-time in an accredited educational program in the USA with a major or minor in music.  Applicant must be a passionate and experienced organist or pianist, with organists having priority.

LeMaster/Auvil Scholarship. Open to graduating seniors from Chelan, Eastmont and Waterville High Schools who are enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution in Washington State.

Mission Scholarship. An annual travel award for a graduating senior of a Chelan or Douglas county high school traveling to Latin America to provide community service through a qualified church or 501(c)(3) public charity.  Be sure to address your plans for a mission trip in your personal statement.  Must complete the service within one year of award date. 

Clarence and Della Murray Scholarship. Two-year scholarship for a graduating senior of a Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan county high school.  Based on unmet need and potential scholastic ability to a student displaying strong moral character and integrity. Second year contingent upon a successful first year and a 2.5 minimum GPA.

Hal Newman Memorial Music Scholarship, $2,000. Awarded to a graduating senior of Wenatchee High School who will major in the field of vocal or instrumental music.

NCW Italian Heritage Scholarship.  Awarded to a graduating senior from a Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan County high school with financial need who has been accepted as a full-time student in an accredited higher education program.  Applicant or a legal family member must be of Italian heritage/descent and that heritage must  be addressed in the personal statement.  Recommendation must be from a teacher and a civic leader or business person.

Okanogan Masonic Lodge #169 Herbert and Elizabeth Davis Scholarship. Awarded to a senior graduating from an Okanogan County high school.

Paine Electronic Engineering Scholarship, $10,000. Four-year scholarship paid at $2,500 each year to a graduating senior of Eastmont or Wenatchee High School majoring in mechanical or electrical engineering.  Applicant must have a GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrated financial need.  Must continue to major in mechanical or electrical engineering and have a successful academic year to keep the award in place for the following three years.

Tanner J. Perry Memorial Scholarship.  Awarded to a graduating senior of Cashmere High School who is enrolled in an accredited educational program.  Students pursuing a field related to science and/or math will be given preference.  A commitment to extracurricular activities such as cross country, leadership and/or knowledge bowl is required.  A letter of recommendation from one educator AND one family member or community member is required to ensure this award goes to a student displaying strong moral character and demonstrated compassion and concern for others.

Roki Veterinary Technician Scholarship.  Awarded to a graduating senior of a Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan County High School who has been accepted to any veterinary technician program.

Katie Rolfs Memorial Scholarship, $500. Awarded to a graduating senior from Chelan High School who is a worthy student but one that would not meet eligibility requirements for most scholarships.

Nick Schoffen Music Scholarship.  Awarded to a graduating senior from Eastmont High School who is pursuing further education in the area of music.

Melonye Shurtz Memorial Scholarship, $1,500.  Awarded to a graduating senior from Eastmont High School with a minimum GPA of 3.0, seeking further education in a service-related occupation such as teaching, medical, social work, etc. Instead of a personal statement, applicant must submit an essay of not more than 300 words on the subject "What difference can one person with a caring heart make?"

Silver Star Scholarship, $500. Two scholarships - one to a graduating senior from Chelan High School and one to a graduating senior from Manson High School. Successful applicants will have been a resident of Washington for at least one year prior to graduation from high school, be a U.S. citizen or legal resident, have a GPA of at least 2.5 and plans to attend a university, state college or vocational school.  Note:  Applications are eliminated if they do not include two recommendations from community leaders and one from a school official.   

Bob and Valerie Valaas Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of Wenatchee or Westside High School who plans to enter the Health Science program at Wenatchee Valley College.  Must have at least a 2.5 GPA and demonstrated financial need and concern for others.

Wenatchee Bowling Association Scholarship. For a graduating senior who has been accepted to the school of their choice or is a previous recipient of this scholarship in their first year of college. Graduating seniors on the Wenatchee High School or Eastmont High School bowling teams may apply; however, priority will be given to an applicant who has current, active participation in the Wenatchee Valley USBC youth bowling program, including bowling in a youth sanctioned league.  Based on being an outstanding member of youth bowling, demonstrated leadership abilities, bowling achievements, scholastic achievements and citizenship.

Wenatchee High School Alumni Foundation Scholarship. For graduating seniors from Wenatchee High School. Based on financial need, academic performance and formal test results.  SAT scores must be included.  Possible renewal with reapplication and acceptance. 

Wenatchee High School Alumni Class of 1952 Leadership Scholarship. For graduating seniors from Wenatchee High School with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.   Based on demonstrated leadership qualities and financial need.  Personal statement must address leadership skills.

Wenatchee Rotary Foundation Scholarship.  $3,500 per year up to 4 years.  Maximum scholarship amount is $14,000.  2 or 3 scholarships awarded to graduating seniors of Eastmont, Wenatchee or Westside High School or to a Wenatchee Valley College student seeking further education as a full-time student.  Must have a GPA of 2.5 throughout high school or at WVC.  Based on need, involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership and academic performance.  Particular attention will be paid to demonstrated service to others including school, community, church and family.  Once awarded, the scholarship is renewed annually with demonstrated success in student's respective academic field.

Wenatchee Valley Street Rods Scholarship. Not offered in 2009.

Wenatchee Women's Bowling Association - Opal Wickland Scholarship. For a graduating senior who has been accepted to the school of their choice or is a previous recipient of this scholarship in their first year of college. Graduating seniors on the Wenatchee High School or Eastmont High School bowling teams may apply; however, priority will be given to an applicant who has current, active participation in the Wenatchee Valley USBC youth bowling program, including bowling in a youth sanctioned league.  Based on being an outstanding member of youth bowling, demonstrated leadership abilities, bowling achievements, scholastic achievements and citizenship.

Grace Motteler Ekman Whitley Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior from Leavenworth, Manson, Tonasket and Wenatchee High Schools with a GPA of 2.5 - 3.5.  Successful candidates will be those who, though not having the highest grades, show perseverance, commitment and a determination to improve their future through education.  Applicants should focus on their motivation for academic improvement in the personal statement.

Andrew York Memorial Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior from any high school in Washington State who has been active in the community, specifically in drug and alcohol prevention or awareness. Must be accepted into an accredited college, university or trade school, show financial need and participation in community, school and / or church activities.

More Scholarship Opportunities For High School Graduates

First Presbyterian Church Scholarships

1. Click here for FILL-IN Form: Fill-in 1st Pres Scholarship Application

2. Click here to PRINT a blank Application form: Print 1st Pres Application

3. Click here to PRINT a blank Renewal Request: Print 1st Pres Renewal Request

Application also available at First Presbyterian Church of Wenatchee

1. Bud and Donna Corbin Memorial Scholarship.  Awarded to graduating high school seniors affiliated with the First Presbyterian Church of Wenatchee.

2. First Presbyterian Church of Wenatchee Scholarship. Awarded to graduating high school seniors affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Wenatchee.

3. Stella Knobel / First Presbyterian Church Music Scholarship.  Awarded to a graduating high school senior pursuing a music career who is affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Wenatchee.

Ferne Daniel Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of Ephrata High School preferably in the field of agriculture and related areas or in education.

1. Click here to PRINT a blank form: Print Ferne Daniel Scholarship Application

Ferguson Family Scholarship, $10,000.  For graduating seniors of Lake Mills High School in Lake Mills, WI.  A four-year scholarship paid at $2,500 per year for graduates going on to major in mechanical or electrical engineering.  Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need.  Must continue to major in mechanical electrical engineering and have a successful academic year to keep the scholarship in place the following three years.

1. Click here for FILL-IN form: Fill-in Ferguson Family Scholarship Application

2. Click here to PRINT a blank form: Print Ferguson Family Scholarship Application

Gene 'Sarge' Huber Band Scholarship, $1,000. For music students graduating from Wenatchee High School with a minimum 3.0 GPA who have participated in the WHS Golden Apple Band, WHS Jazz Band or WHS Wind Ensemble during each and all years at WHS. Application also available at WHS Career Center.   

1. Click here for FILL-IN form: Fill-in Sarge Huber Scholarship Application

2. Click here to PRINT a blank form: Print Sarge Huber Scholarship Application

Lake Chelan Rotary Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior from Chelan or Manson High School. Application available at Chelan and Manson High Schools.

National / Welch's Fred Killian Memorial Scholarship. Awarded to a graduating senior of a Washington State high school whose parent or guardian is a member of the National Grape Cooperative or an employee of Welch's.  Application also available at area High School Financial Aid Offices.     

1. Click here to PRINT a blank form: Print Welch's Fred Killian Memorial Scholarship Application

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Scholarship Opportunities

For NCW College Students

Click here to PRINT the brochure:  Print 2009 College Scholarship Brochure

Use the CFNCW Scholarship Application unless directed differently. 

1. Click here for FILL-IN Application Form: Fill-In CFNCW College Application

2. Click here to PRINT an Application Form: Print CFNCW College Application

3. Click here to PRINT a Renewal Request:  Print CFNCW Renewal Request

Altrusa Club of Wenatchee Scholarship, $1,000.  Two-year award paid at $500 each year for a female Wenatchee Valley College graduate enrolled at a 4-year college or university.  Second year is contingent upon reapplication and a successful first year.   

Cancer Care/Betsy Tontini Nursing Scholarship. Awarded to a student with significant financial need who plans to study nursing at Wenatchee Valley College. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated leadership abilities. Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance. 

Chelan County Fire District #1 Volunteer Association Scholarship. Two scholarships, one dedicated to the Chelan County Fire District #1 and one to the Chelan/Douglas County Firefighters Association. Awarded to a member or retired member in good standing of the association for at least one year or be a spouse, child/grandchild of a member. Relationship to Chelan County Fire District #1 must be included with application. Running Start students may apply. Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance. 

Melvin P.'Mel' and Lyndell Crowder NCW Memorial Horticulture Scholarship, $500. Awarded to a student enrolled in the Tree Fruit Production Program at WVC or Tree Fruit Management in the Horticulture Program at WSU.  Possible renewal upon reapplication and acceptance. 

Dr. Steven G. Kerr Memorial Scholarship. Awarded to a Wenatchee Valley College student enrolled in the Allied Sciences program.   

Henry Max Galbraith / East Wenatchee Grange No. 1012 Scholarship. Awarded to a first or second year student at Wenatchee Valley college who is a Douglas County resident enrolled in an ag or ag-related field of study.  Possible renewal with reapplication and acceptance.

Keyes Fibre Corporation/Don Evenhus Scholarship. Awarded to dependent children (up to age 26) of current employees at the Molded Fibre Plant in Wenatchee. Application also available at Keyes Fibre office.

Arlene Birdsell Martin / First Presbyterian Church Scholarship. Awarded to a Wenatchee Valley College graduate majoring in English at a 4-year college or university. 

NCW Italian Heritage Scholarship, Awarded to a graduating senior from a Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan County high school with financial need who has been accepted as a full-time student in an accredited higher education program or to a full-time Wenatchee Valley College student.  Applicant or a legal family member must be of Italian heritage/descent and that heritage must  be addressed in the personal statement.  Recommendation must be from a teacher and a civic leader or business person.

Dorothy Prewitt Pohlman / AAUW Scholarship, $1,500.  Three non-renewable scholarships.  Awarded on the basis of merit and need to a female student from Wenatchee Valley College who is pursuing a bachelor's degree at a 4-year college in Washington State.  Must have a minimum of 60 credits from Wenatchee Valley College to qualify; completion of an associate degree is not required.  Successful candidates will begin their work at the 4-year school in the fall of 2009.   

Wenatchee Rotary Foundation Scholarship.  $3,500 per year up to 4 years.  Maximum scholarship amount is $14,000.  2 or 3 scholarships awarded to graduating seniors of Eastmont, Wenatchee or Westside High School or to a Wenatchee Valley College student seeking further education as a full-time student.  Must have a GPA of 2.5 throughout high school or at WVC.  Based on need, involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership and academic performance.  Particular attention will be paid to commitment to service to others including school, community, church and family.  Once awarded, the scholarship is renewed annually with demonstrated success in student's respective academic field.

Wenatchee Valley Street Rods Scholarship.  (Not offered in 2009)