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Dar Hackworth Lineworker Scholarship

POWDER RIVER ENERGY CORPORATIONFOUNDATION INC

Funding Amount

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Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Dar Hackworth Lineworker Scholarship

Memorial Background:
The scholarship was created in 2006 in memory of Dar Hackworth, an electrical lineworker with Garland Light & Power Company who became superintendent in 2000. Hackworth was born and raised in Ohio and moved to Powell, Wyoming in August 1997. He was a talented musician, playing banjo and guitar with the bluegrass Gospel band "Witness." Hackworth loved spending time with family and friends, and enjoying outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and horseback riding in the mountains. He lost his life in summer 2005 in a non-utility-related accident while enjoying outdoor activities.

Program Purpose:
To honor Hackworth's memory and support students pursuing lineworker careers.

Contact: 1-800-442-3630

How to Apply

Application Process

Click "Apply Now" link on the student scholarships page to access Dar Hackworth Lineworker Scholarship application.

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Fields of Work

workforce-development

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