Howard Wackman Memorial Scholarship Grant

Howard Wackman Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation
Amount: Up to US $1,250
Last Updated: September 30, 2025

Summary

The Howard Wackman Memorial Scholarship, administered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, honors a dedicated educator and community leader. It supports students pursuing higher education, particularly in agriculture, and requires full-time enrollment in a college, university, or vocational school. Applicants should be actively involved in FFA or 4-H activities. This scholarship aims to empower future leaders in the Elk Grove community, reflecting Howard Wackman's enduring commitment to youth education.

Overview

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Mission: To facilitate the development of education opportunities and programs through scholarship and grants, and to coordinate contributions to meet the community's needs. The Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the college and career plans of students in the Elk Grove Unified School District area.Scholarships are provided every year from the endowments and donations of community members, families, individuals, businesses, and community organizations. The scholarships that are generated and managed through the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation vary considerably in both amounts of award and criteria. The criteria are determined by the individual or group that establishes the scholarship. For instance, community involvement may be a criterion for some EGRSF scholarships, but not for others. Some are intended for students who enroll in four-year colleges; some are for students who plan to attend vocational schools. The EGRSF offers scholarships for individuals pursuing various careers including agriculture, nursing, education, auto mechanics, politics, and the arts, to name a few. Howard Wackman Memorial Scholarship Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce in memory of Howard Wackman. Principal of Joseph Kerr for 26 years and has spent his life helping young people. He was selected Man of the Year in 2005 and Citizen of the Year in 2006. School Area: Elk Grove High, Florin High, Franklin High, Pleasant Grove High, Sheldon High

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. 4 year university, community college, or vocational schoolFull-Time Student