The WindsorEssex Community Foundation Announces Over $55,000 in Scholarships Funding for Students Pursuing a Post-Secondary Education

The WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF) is proud to announce that more than $55,000 in scholarship funding is now available for students pursuing post-secondary education in various fields. These scholarships have been made possible through the generosity of local families and individuals who have established dedicated funds at the Foundation.

The scholarships available include:
1. Constable John Atkinson Memorial Scholarship;
2. Father Matt Sheedy Scholarship;
3. Gale & Irene (Knister) Taylor Scholarship;
4. Harding Electric/Morris and Ruth Harding Memorial Scholarship;
5. Kolody Family Memorial Scholarship;
6. Larry Welsh Memorial Scholarship;
7. LaSalle Community Fund Association Legacy Fund Scholarship; click here to apply
8. Michael G. Solcz Scholarship;
9. Joel W. Jones Family Scholarship;
10. Randy Cheadle Memorial Scholarship;
11. Shawn Boxe Memorial Scholarship

Access to affordable post-secondary education remains a top priority for residents of Windsor and Essex County, as highlighted in the 2024 Vital Signs® report. Each year, the WECF conducts the Vital Signs® survey to gather community insights on key issues, including education. The ongoing concern about affordability underscores the importance of scholarship opportunities in making higher education more accessible for local students.

For over two decades, the WindsorEssex Community Foundation has been committed to supporting students through annual scholarship grants, helping them achieve their academic and career aspirations. With 16 scholarship funds currently established, the Foundation continues to collaborate with local donors to invest in the future of young people in our community.

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