FOUNDATION TRUST GRANT PROCESS
Ever wondered how you could help you fellow citizens of Pendleton and turn your worthwhile project into an asset that the community will use for many years to come? We are here to help. The Pendleton Foundation Trust receives gifts of money and property from interested persons and organizations, and in turn, invests this money and property for the benefit of citizens of Pendleton. How exactly is this done?
The Foundation Board of Directors consists of seven local citizens and operates as the governing body of the Pendleton Foundation Trust. The board solicits ideas and requests from the community at large in order to decide how to disburse to worthy organizations or agencies for worthwhile projects, the distributable income that has accrued from the trust funds the previous year. Applications may be submitted at any time during the year, and the Foundation Trust Board meets to discuss funding of grant requests that have been received twice each year, in April and in October.
When you submit a grant application, what’s next? Typically, ahead of one of the two funding board meetings, the grant requests are distributed among the seven board members in order to research the projects and organizations that are requesting funding. The Foundation’s mission is to grant monies to those organizations that will promote civic, educational, or charitable uses as will most effectively assist, encourage and promote the well-being of the citizens and inhabitants of the City of Pendleton. To further this mission, Foundation Trust Board members will review each application and in turn, contact the group or organization that is requesting funds and conduct an interview and in many cases a tour of a proposed project. During the interview, and according to the Pendleton Foundation guidelines, special emphasis will be placed on projects that utilize materials purchased from local businesses, use of the completed project by the largest number of Pendleton residents possible, and durability of the project…how long will citizens of Pendleton be utilizing your project?
Following this review by an individual board member, the entire board meets at one of the funding sessions to discuss each and every grant request as a group, keeping in mind the overall qualifications and the emphasis on local impact from spending locally to utilization. If your application and interview are successful, your project can be funded! It’s that simple.
The Pendleton Foundation Trust looks forward to your group bringing in a grant application in order to fund a worthwhile project. And, as you read this, we encourage you to spread the word about the Pendleton Foundation Trust to your friends and invite them to submit an application to make the City of Pendleton a better place to live.
Scholarships Awarded Spring 2018
The Pendleton Foundation Trust would like to thank and congratulate all PHS graduates and those who applied for these scholarships. Ron Hughes, Foundation member, said “Upon reviewing all applications it is apparent how fortunate we are to have students like this at PHS giving so much back to our community. Our future is indeed bright with young people like this providing leadership.”
Fisk Award (2023)
$6,000
Abigail Thorne was awarded the Maxine & Jiggs Fisk Memorial Scholarship, which is a $6,000 scholarship paid over 2 years. Her plans are to attend Eastern Oregon University and OHSU for nursing. She plays piano, enjoys helping people in her local community and abroad through church missions. Her ultimate plans are to return to Pendleton and work at St. Anthony Hospital to help the community she loves.
Foundation Scholarship (2023)
$4,800
Jonathan Ferman-Ramirez has been awarded the Dudek Scholarship for $4,800, which will assist him financially for two years. Jonathan is accepted to Oregon State University to study Engineering. He credits his mentor and high school math teacher, Mr. Oja with encouragement and fostering his excitement for math. Jonathan enjoys writing code, playing soccer, volunteering and he hopes to one day work for Microsoft or Apple.
Foundation Scholarship (2023)
$4,800
Clayson Cooley has been awarded the Dudek Scholarship for $4,800, which is paid over two years. Clayson will be attending Oregon State University in the fall. His focus on academic endeavors has led to achievements that are impressive along with his work ethic that led him to volunteer in many capacities serving youth sports, community fundraisers and student politics, ending his time at PHS as Senior Class President. Clayson hopes to one day return to his hometown once he graduates with a degree in Computer Science.
PHS Alumni Scholarship (2023)
$2,400
Stella Rabb is the first recipient of the newly established PHS Alumni Scholarship Fund, a $2,400 financial award. Stella’s plans include attending the University of Oregon working towards a degree in Business. Stella was this year’s Student Body President and enjoyed her time in school politics in spite of pandemic challenges. Stella credits her parents and the great teachers in the Pendleton School system for her enthusiasm for education. She also enjoyed acting class and hopes to continue theater at the university level and to one day be an entrepreneur.
David Jon Lindberg Scholarship (2023)
$2,500
Maria Alvarez-Barroso has been named the recipient of the 2023 David Jon Lindberg Memorial Scholarship. Alvarez-Barroso, a graduating Pendleton High School senior, intends to use the $2,500 scholarship at Oregon State University, where she plans to major in environmental science.
Alvarez-Barroso is involved in numerous school and community activities, including orchestra and PHS Girls Soccer. She is the daughter of Javier Alvarez and Judit Barroso of Pendleton.
This is the 44th anniversary of the scholarship which honors the memory of David Jon Lindberg. It was established by the people of Pendleton as a tribute to him. It is awarded each year to an outstanding Pendleton High School graduate whose career embodies the standards Lindberg set: commitment to citizenship, scholarship and family. The scholarship funds are managed by the Pendleton Foundation Trust.
Alan Wyland Memorial Scholarship (2023)
$1,000
Pendleton Foundation Trust is pleased to announce the Alan Wyland Memorial Scholarships for 2023. They are brother and sister, Adam and Abigail Thorne.
Adam Thorne is a recipient of the 2023 Alan Wyland Memorial Scholarship, a $1,000 award to attend BMCC for 2 years. His hopes are to transfer to George Fox University working toward a degree in Christian Ministries with a minor in Biblical Studies. His high school career included sports, music, and leadership with a passion for volunteering and making the world a better place through his church’s Youth Group Worship. Adam is a 4.0 student and has served his community well as a student and a citizen.
Abigail Thorne (pictured on Page 1) is also a recipient of the 2023 Alan Wyland Memorial Scholarship for $1,000 to attend Eastern Oregon University and OHSU to achieve a degree in Nursing. Abigail credits her mother’s influence and encouragement when Abigail job shadowed her mother working as a Nurse. Abigail has gained guidance and support from her parents and her church family which has offered her opportunities to serve her community and through church missions to Alaska. Abigail is a 4.0 student and received many academic awards throughout her school years.