Scholarship Details

THOMAS J NELSON SR SCHOLARSHIP (Chelan, Douglas, or Okanogan County HS graduates)

Thomas J Nelson Sr, a long-time Wenatchee resident, worked in finance for Cashmere Valley Bank and Leonard Evans Auto and owned and managed Nelson Apartments. Tom was also an officer and director for RE Nelson Co, Roy Nelson Farms, and the Roy and Leona Nelson Foundation. The Foundation has awarded hundreds of college scholarships to Eastern Washington and North Idaho students and grants to local charities.

To honor Tom's service to the Nelson Foundation over the last 20 years, this scholarship was established in his memory.

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

 Eligibility:

  1.  Graduating senior or previous graduate of a Chelan, Douglas, or Okanogan county high school
  2. Demonstrates financial need
  3. Must be planning to be a full-time student at either a 4-year university, community college, or trade program
  4. Students attending a 4-year program must have a minimum 3.0 GPA; students attending community college or trade school must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.

To apply, CLICK HERE!

Deadline: March 01, 2026

Categories

  • Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology
  • Automotive Technology
  • Business Technology & Accounting
  • Construction
  • Electrical Technology
  • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology
  • Information Technology & Communication Systems
  • Instrumentation, Automation & Robotics Technology
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Office Administration & Coding
  • Plumbing Technician
  • Precision Machining & Manufacturing
  • Welding Technology

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