Cruz Andrist Memorial Scholarship Grant

The Cruz Andrist Memorial Scholarship, administered by the Community Foundation of North Central Washington, honors the memory of Cruz Abraham Andrist, who aimed to pursue engineering and had a passion for biology. This scholarship is for graduating seniors from Okanogan County planning to further their education in medical or engineering fields, with a minimum GPA of 3.0, supporting the values of joy and harmony that Cruz exemplified.

Community Foundation of North Central Washington
The Community Foundation of NCW is a tax-exempt philanthropic organization that helps individuals, families, businesses, and agencies support charitable causes throughout Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties.
This Scholarship is offered to Honor the Life and Memory of a truly exceptional and intelligent young man named Cruz Abraham Andrist who passed away in 2021 after open heart surgery to correct congenital heart defects. Cruz talked about wanting to become an engineer and was very interested in biology and his own medical condition and treatment. He loved the harmony of fun with family and a wide circle of friends.
Cruz talked about wanting to become an engineer and was very interested in biology and his own medical condition and treatment. He loved the harmony of fun with family and a wide circle of friends.
The Cruz Andrist Memorial Scholarship emphasizes these characteristics in the application criteria listed below.

Eligibility

Graduating senior of Okanogan County
Will be attending a trade or vocational school, a two- or four- year college or university, or graduate school on a full- or part-time basis
Pursuing further education in a medical program or engineering program
GPA of 3.0 or above
A letter of recommendation from one educator AND one family or community member is required.
Renewal is possible for recipients; must reapply and compete with new applicants