Woodstock, VA (June , 2016) – The Shenandoah Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the first Ethel L. Wisman Memorial Scholarship of $1,100 was awarded to Gracie Bailey at Central High School’s Awards Ceremony. Established by Maxine Pence, this scholarship honors her sister who taught at Central High School for over 30 years. Ethel…
Major Milestone: Over $1 Million Awarded Since 2008
(Woodstock, VA) The Shenandoah Community Foundation recently marked a major milestone in philanthropic giving. Since 2008 Foundation has awarded over $1 Million dollars and is continuing to give more in grants and scholarships each year. “It is a testament to the generosity of this community that such a relatively young organization has been able to…
Scholarship Honors Bonnie B. Gochenour
Thanks to the generosity of family and friends; we have a new scholarship at Central High School this year to honor former English teacher Bonnie B. Gochenour! This special scholarship was created as a memorial to Bonnie B. Gochenour and is intended for a student with an interest in English, English Literature, Education, or Creative Writing….
The Curtis Willey Warrior Scholarship Fund
The Curtis Willey Warrior Scholarship Fund honors Curtis Willey who perished in a swimming accident in 2011. Curtis was a Marine who served in Operation Desert Storm, a fitness enthusiast and a graduate of Strasburg High School He is remembered by friends and family as a tenacious person who always strove to be the best…
Scholarship Honors Mayor Joe Williams
Thanks to the generosity of family, friends—and local philanthropist Karen Fansler-Ryan—we have a scholarship at Stonewall Jackson High School that was created as a memorial to Mount Jackson Mayor Joe Williams, who passed away in 2013. To donate click here.