Cakes for College SCHOLARSHIP

The Keep It In the Valley Foundation (KVF) turns funnel cakes into scholarships. Since 2013, KVF has run the Apple Blossom Festival's funnel cake stand as a nonprofit, with all proceeds going to the Cakes for College scholarship fund.

Our founder, Ben Paine, was awarded a Community Foundation scholarship as a Wenatchee High School senior, helping him pursue a college degree at the University of Notre Dame. This act of generosity stayed with Ben throughout his life, inspiring him and his family. Together, in 2012, they established KVF to help the next generation from our valley get started on their path to earning a college degree. Annually, more than 150 local volunteers make this scholarship possible by donating their time, energy, and resources.

This scholarship aims to assist high school seniors planning to attend Wenatchee Valley College. Up to 20 scholarships are awarded each year to students graduating from high schools in Wenatchee, Eastmont, or Cashmere. Ideal candidates are engaged individuals with strong communication skills who make a positive local impact through school and community activities.

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

Eligibility:
  1. Graduating senior of Cashmere, Eastmont, River Academy, Wenatchee or Westside High Schools or a homeschooled student from those districts
  2. Will attend Wenatchee Valley College as a full-time student
  3. Minimum 2.0 GPA
  4. Renewal is possible for recipients; must reapply and compete with new applicants
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YOUR GIFT AT WORK

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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.

ThomasSmith

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.

Tenoch Mandujano

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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