Pete and Mary Houck Scholarship Grant

Pete and Mary Houck Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington
Last Updated: September 17, 2025

Summary

The Pete and Mary Houck Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of North Central Washington, honors the legacy of Pete and Mary Houck, long-time residents of Wenatchee Valley. This scholarship aims to support local students pursuing healthcare degrees, reflecting the couple's commitment to education and community. Eligible applicants must be residents of Chelan or Douglas County and plan to attend accredited programs in healthcare-related fields, ensuring a brighter future for the community.

Overview

About Us 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. Pete and Mary Houck Scholarship Pete and Mary Houck lived in and loved the Wenatchee Valley as their home for many years. After Pete’s passing in 2013, Mary moved to Highgate Senior Living Center where she received excellent care. This scholarship was established to honor Pete and Mary and provide support for students pursing a degree in healthcare as their educational goals.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligibility: Current resident of Chelan or Douglas County pursuing an education in the field of healthcare (CNA training, nursing, radiologic technology, etc.) Plan to attend an accredited educational program in the United States (for example, language classes, GED coursework, training/certificate programs, Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or other individual classes)