Building Community Through Education

Whether established to honor or memorialize a loved one, to recognize a specific academic institution, or to support a particular field of study, Scholarship Funds provide benefits to students that affect their lives and our community today and for future generations.
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Ready to Apply?

If you are ready to apply for a scholarship that is available through our online portal, click the button below to create an account and begin. If you have questions, please contact Sara Reinemann, Scholarship and Programs Associate, for support. Our annual application deadline is February 1.

GEOGRAPHIC

Students generally living or attending school within the Wausau and
D.C. Everest School Districts


Leon & Alma Burger Scholarship
Pursuing the fields of health, teaching, or commerce

Walter (Coke) Fehl Hockey Scholarship
Hockey player from the Wausau area

Coenen Family Scholarship
Demonstrating community service, leadership, and financial need

Luthra Family Scholarship
Pursuing the fields of health or human services, planning to attend the Universities of Wisconsin

Rotary Club of Wausau Scholarship
Community service and leadership roles

John H.A. Stubbe Memorial Scholarship
Participated in curling, softball, or baseball and is planning to attend a Wisconsin school of higher education

Carol Verhasselt Legacy Scholarship
Pursue a degree in the arts

Wausau Area H.O.P.E. Hmong Women Scholarship
Hmong minority woman; with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater; embraces the Hmong culture and acts as a positive role model for younger girls; exhibits character, motivation, and/or experience in overcoming obstacles; displays a desire to better the community.

Neng & Bao Xiong Volvo Scholarship
Demonstrated volunteerism, service to the community, and acceptance of cultural differences

Tong Phia Xiong & Sal Lor Scholarship
Student must demonstrate honor and respect for others

Community Health Care Physicians Legacy Scholarship
Students planning to pursue an education and career in the medical field

The Difference is You Scholarship
Students who have received special reading or speech instruction during their K-12 education experience

Greater Wausau Area Alumni Association of FFA Scholarship
Planning to pursue a degree in the field of Agriculture, in the state of Wisconsin

JoAnn & William (Bill) Hintz Memorial Scholarship
Planning to pursue an education in printing, graphic arts, or any other related field
Graduating seniors and college undergraduate students are eligible to apply

Inspire Possibilities Scholarship
Planning to go into the mental health field and/or have been personally impacted by mental health

Allen Johnson Scholarship & Grants for Skilled Construction Trades
Planning to become a professional skilled construction trades person
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Tom & Marilyn Kraemer Scholarship
Pursuing a degree in the field of science; preference given to those pursuing a degree in mortuary science

Macdonald Foundation Work Ethic Scholarship
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and attending a four-year campus within the Universities of Wisconsin system
Graduating seniors and college undergraduate students are eligible to apply

Marathon County Farm Technology Days Scholarship
Rick Rausch Agricultural Scholarship

Potential for success in the agricultural industry
Graduating seniors and college undergraduate students are eligible to apply

Mark Foundation TLC Scholars Award
Jane Wiley TLC Scholars Award
High school graduating seniors eligible for need-based federal or state aid in the form of subsidized loans
This is not a scholarship – but rather a partial tuition loan repayment available upon college graduation

Mary Ellen Kowalski Memorial Scholarship
Demonstrating community service, leadership, and financial need

Northcentral Wisconsin Labor Council Scholarship
Child or grandchild of a Northcentral WI Labor Union member, demonstrating an understanding of the labor movement

Elizabeth S. Peters Scholarship for the Advancement of Women
Female student pursuing a degree in the field of accounting within the Universities of Wisconsin system
Graduating seniors and college sophomore and junior students are eligible to apply

Rosie’s Striving for a Better Future Scholarship
Students with a 3.5 GPA or lower demonstrating community service and leadership, as well as personal skills and accomplishments that contribute to the improvement of society

Richard Weinreis Memorial Scholarship

Individuals who have had formal court contact through the juvenile intake system and have a plan for education or training that would provide for personal career advancement
Eligible to apply at any point in the 7-year window after court contact
AROW Global Corporation Scholarship
AROW employee’s children, any student pursuing a degree in engineering, or any field of study

Connexus Association Scholarship
Business or Education major; 3.5 GPA; and at least two extracurricular activities throughout their high school career

Hmong Community Higher Education Scholarship

Students of Hmong descent demonstrating concern and commitment to improving the community
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Carol Hoops Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northcentral Wisconsin Scholarship

Graduating senior, GED graduate, traditional or nontraditional college student from Northcentral Wisconsin
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Marvin C. Schuette Memorial Scholarship

Wausau Homes’ employee children
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Archie C. Towle Aviation Scholarship

Strong desire to pursue a career in aviation and living within a 50-mile radius of Wausau

Kimberly A. Van Den Elzen Memorial Scholarship

Pursuing a career in human resources and demonstrating a commitment to the community and welfare of others
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Wausau Area Builders Association Scholarship

Graduating high school seniors planning a career in the building shelter trades industry, and/or students with a parental or grandparent affiliation with the WABA

Susanne Marie Ritger Meseberg Alzheimer’s Scholarship

Employees of North Central Health Care with a desire to work in the Dementia Unit
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Lincoln County

Macdonald Foundation Work Ethic Scholarship
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and attending a four-year campus within the Universities of Wisconsin system
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Oneida County

OjO-Dor Scholarship
Lakeland Union High School seniors, based on academic achievement, financial need, future educational promise, and leadership

Roger & Mary Pukall Memorial Scholarship
Children of Pukall Lumber Company employees or Lakeland Union High School seniors or recent graduates planning to enroll, or currently enrolled, in a Wood Technology or Wood Science program (most likely at NTC in Antigo)

Taylor County

Kyle R. Long Scholarship
Medford, Gilman, and Rib Lake High School seniors: 1) with special educational needs or learning disabilities; 2) planning to pursue a career working with special educational needs or learning disabled students; or, 3) hardworking graduating senior with demonstrated financial need

Langlade County

Bradley Foundation Scholarship
Antigo graduating senior concerned for the welfare of the school and its students; leadership and participation in school organizations; above average academics reflecting a distinguished effort
EAA Chapter 640
Resident of Wisconsin wishing to pursue a career in the aviation or aerospace field
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

William K. Gottschalk Scholarship
Engineering or accounting student attending UWSP at Wausau or Northcentral Technical College
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame Scholarships
Resident of Wisconsin wishing to pursue a career in the aviation or aerospace field
Scholarship awards include the:

  • Jeff Baum Aviation Business & Jim Quinn Flight School Scholarship
  • Carl Guell Memorial Scholarship
  • Sidney & Ruth Julson Scholarship
  • Thiessen Field Scholarships

Harry K. Wrench Jr. Memorial College Scholarship
Exceptional scholastic achievement; potential for success in student’s chosen field; leadership and involvement in community; diversified interests and well-rounded personality

SCHOOL DISTRICT

D.C. Everest Alumni Scholarship & Grants for Skilled Trades
Planning to become a professional skilled construction tradesperson
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey

Russell Sliwicki Memorial Scholarship

Pursuing the field of agriculture
Edgar Community Scholarship
Graduating senior or former graduate of Edgar High School. Demonstrating academic achievement, work ethic, involvement in community service and extracurricular activities – especially those that relate to your current/intended major
Eligible to apply at any point in your educational journey
James T. Schremp Memorial Scholarship
Graduating senior scholar athlete planning to attend a University of Wisconsin school – with preference given to UW-Madison students pursuing a degree in business
Ben Christianson Earth Steward Scholarship
Steve Hansen Earth Steward Scholarship

Wausau East senior, dedicated to the environment, displaying a strong work ethic, a desire to do things right, and to make things better. Preference is given to students interested in pursuing an education and career in earth sciences

Gary & Joanne Leonard Scholarship
Wausau East and Wausau West graduating seniors planning to pursue an education at UW-Stout in any field of study

Wausau East Girls Swim Team Scholarship 
Wausau East senior, involved with the girl’s swim team for at least three years including senior year and qualified for team recognition

Shari K. Widmark Memorial Scholarship 
Wausau East senior who participated in high school athletics, demonstrating the characteristics of a team player with “spunk” or passion for the game

Let’s Start a Conversation. 

We provide resources for students to explore financial support options on their educational journey. We are also available to assist potential donors to set up a scholarship fund that will help them achieve their philanthropic goals. Contact Sara for more information.
   Or call Sara at (715) 845-9555

Sara Reinemann | Scholarship & Programs Associate