William E. Barto Scholarship Fund Grant

William E. Barto Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $16,000
Last Updated: December 03, 2025

Summary

The William E. Barto Scholarship Fund, established in 1995, honors the legacy of William E. Barto, a former Navy serviceman and artist. This fund provides $4,000 annually for up to four years, supporting students pursuing a degree in the Arts. Eligible applicants must be graduates from select high schools in northeastern Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin, maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and demonstrate financial need. The fund is managed by Boreal Waters Community Foundation.

Overview

Each year, Boreal Waters awards more than $800,000 in scholarships to support students across northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. Made possible by the generosity of individuals, families, and organizations, these scholarships help learners of all ages pursue education, unlock opportunity, and give back to their communities. William E. Barto Scholarship Fund William E. Barto was born in 1911 in Pennsylvania. Following service in the U.S. Navy, he worked for Fruehauf Co. In retirement, he enjoyed painting, a skill he learned from his first wife who was an accomplished watercolor artist. This scholarship was established in 1995 to honor his memory and to provide financial assistance for art students. Award Range $4,000 a year for up to 4 years ($16,000 total)

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must be graduates of Duluth Denfeld, Duluth East, Harbor City International School, Marshall School, Superior Senior High School, or Maranatha Academy. They must be attending the University of Minnesota Duluth or the University of Wisconsin Superior, demonstrate financial need, pursue a field of study in the Arts, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.