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Lucas Banks Memorial SCHOLARSHIP

This memorial scholarship is offered by the family and friends of a vibrant young man who lived life to the fullest during his 20 years. Lucas loved the outdoors and spent lots of time adventuring in the mountains, oceans, and rivers with his family and friends from Leavenworth to Hawaii and beyond. Leavenworth held a particularly special place in his heart growing up thanks to family connections and frequent visits to the area. Once, on a visit to his grandparent’s home in Leavenworth when he was 7 years old, he exclaimed “I’m going to live here when I grow up!”

He was a deep thinker, kind, curious, witty, always moving, compassionate, adventurous, and a thoughtful giver. Naturally, these qualities drew people to Lucas and many lasting friendships were made as a result. He loved to fix things and work or play hard and was always ready and willing to help those in need whether it was helping to fix a broken motorbike or a broken heart.

There in lied his ambition to work in a field where he could make a positive impact in others’ lives. Lucas was considering a career in firefighting and emergency services and had just started on that path when he passed. This scholarship is offered to honor his memory and is available to Cascade High School seniors and recent graduates with a similar heart for helping others and pursuing careers in the trades, firefighting, or emergency services.

 

Application Opens: January 1st
Application Due Date: June 1st

 

Eligibility:
  1. Current or previous graduate of Cascade High School
  2. Student is pursuing continued education in a trade school, apprenticeship, or certificate program
  3. Preference given to those pursuing a career as an EMT or Firefighter
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Xitlali Cruz

SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT

I am currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science at Stanford. Since the beginning of my freshman year I have been involved with clubs such as Stanford’s Space Initiative (SSI) and the Society of Latinx Engineers (SOLE). In SSI I built a rocket and launched it.

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Aero Methow Rescue Service

GRANT RECIPIENT

Due to being rural, remote, and geographically isolated, we must be prepared to do more than respond to emergencies. We have become a healthcare partner who fills gaps in service. The grant allowed our board the time and ability to work with a Strategic Planner to modify our plan to address those gaps.

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Chelan Douglas Volunteer Attorney Services

GRANT RECIPIENT

The grant provided funds to hire a Housing Justice and Outreach Coordinator to visit rural and underserved areas. Rosie’s bilingual and bicultural skills and experience have increased equity of service. Rosie is building partnerships with local organizations through events such as the Columbia Valley Community Health’s Back to School Drive, as well as posting yard signs.

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Tenoch Mandujano

Scholarship Recipient

My father was a migrant agricultural worker who eventually started his own cherry and apple orchard. He told me if I wanted to live a better life, I had to get an education. I plan on starting a career with the Chelan PUD with a passion for renewable energy and in turn give back to my parents and community for supporting my dreams.

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