Angela Svendsen Memorial Music Scholarship Grant

Angela Svendsen Memorial Music Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington
Amount: US $2,500
Last Updated: March 16, 2026

Summary

Overview

Community Foundation for Southwest Washington The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and philanthropic goals. The Foundation works to inspire giving, steward charitable funds, and invest in programs and initiatives that address local needs and opportunities. Through donor-advised funds, scholarships, grants, and community partnerships, the Foundation supports education, economic opportunity, health, and quality of life throughout the region. Guided by values of integrity, collaboration, equity, and long-term impact, the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington serves as a trusted partner for donors and nonprofits committed to building resilient and thriving communities. Angela Svendsen Memorial Music Scholarship The Angela Svendsen Memorial Music Scholarship honors the life and legacy of Angela Svendsen, a professional violinist and music educator whose passion was sharing the joy of music through teaching and performance. Angela earned a Bachelor’s degree in String Performance from Central Washington University and spent her career enriching the Vancouver, Washington community through private instruction and professional performance. Established in her memory following her passing in 2007, the scholarship supports students whose lives are enriched by music and education and who seek to further their love of music while positively impacting the world around them.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Be a graduating senior from a high school in Clark CountyHave a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0Continue their education at an accredited college, university, career or technical school during the upcoming school yearPlan to pursue a degree in either music education or music performance