Darrell and Palchie Asselin Scholarship Fund Grant

Darrell and Palchie Asselin Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Amount: US $4,000 - US $8,000
Last Updated: December 03, 2025

Summary

The Darrell and Palchie Asselin Scholarship Fund, established in 1993, supports non-traditional students at the University of Minnesota Duluth, University of Wisconsin Superior, or the College of St. Scholastica. Eligible applicants, who must be at least 22 years old and primary caregivers, can receive awards ranging from $2,000 to $4,000 per year, totaling up to $8,000. This fund honors the legacy of Darrell and Palchie Asselin, founders of Northern Photo Company in Duluth.

Overview

Darrell and Palchie Asselin Scholarship Fund The fund was established in 1993 as a memorial to Darrell and Palchie Asselin. Mr. Asselin, originally from Crookston, established and built Northern Photo Company in Duluth. Award Range $2,000 – $4,000 up to two years ($4,000 – $8,000 total)

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible applicants must be non-traditional students entering their junior or senior year of college, at least 22 years old, and the primary caregiver of one or more children aged 18 and under. Applicants must be attending the University of Minnesota Duluth, University of Wisconsin Superior, or the College of St. Scholastica. They must demonstrate financial need and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher.