Blue Mountain Community Foundation · $400-$10,000 · Verify deadline
Who qualifies
After his son’s death, Jack created this scholarship fund to support students who have graduated from high schools in the Walla Walla Valley who have demonstrated academic excellence.
To best honor John’s legacy, the John W. McGillis Jr. Memorial Scholarship is awarded to local, well-rounded academic achievers, regardless of their financial background.
How to win it
Strong applicants clearly meet every requirement: after his son’s death, jack created this scholarship fund to support students who have graduated from high schools in the walla walla valley who have demonstrated academic excellence.; to best honor john’s legacy, the john w. mcgillis jr. memorial scholarship is awarded to local, well-rounded academic achievers, regardless of their financial background.. Apply early and double-check the deadline, since local awards often have small applicant pools and reward the well-prepared.