The School District 145 Foundation for Education believes that an educated society is essential to a healthy democracy. Access to higher education fosters opportunity, civic engagement, and personal growth. Through our scholarship program, the Foundation works to ensure that every student has the chance to experience the transformative power of higher education.
Every scholarship makes a difference. Each gift opens doors for a Waverly High School graduate, strengthens the value of a local education, and renews pride in our shared roots. The Waverly High School Scholarship Fund invests in the future and inspires the next generation of Viking alumni to dream bigger, achieve more, and give back to the community that shaped them.
We are proud to partner with donors in this life-changing work. Each year, the Foundation processes scholarships for Waverly High School graduates without charging administrative fees — because we believe in maximizing the impact of every dollar given. We do this with pride, purpose, and a shared commitment to strengthening local philanthropy.
Together, we’re creating opportunity, empowering students to reach their post-secondary goals, and building a stronger future for our schools, our community, and the generations to come.
How can I contribute as a scholarship donor?
Choose one of three ways to give.
- Endowed Scholarship Fund : The principal amount of an endowed gift is invested per the Foundation's Investment Policy, and not spent down. The annual scholarship amount gifted is calculated based on investment returns. For example, a $20,000 principal gift yields an annual scholarship of $800 in perpetuity at 4% growth. The minimum contribution for an endowed gift is $10,000. Contact our office for more information.
- Designated Scholarship Fund : A designated gift is scheduled for scholarship distribution, and has a finite end when the donor either 1) lets it expire or 2) adds more funds. For example, a $5,000 gift is scheduled to be distributed in $1,000 increments for 5 years, then expire. Contact our office for more information.
- Pass-through Scholarship Fund : Pass-through scholarships are set up on an annual basis. The Foundation does not hold any money year-to-year. The minimum distribution amount for any scholarship is $500. Download the Pass-through Scholarship Form below, complete it, and follow submission instructions.
Name the scholarship. Gifts in honor or memory of donors or others are encouraged and celebrated.
Donors can set award criteria like grade point average, activity or academic focus, and location of post-secondary institution.
