WCA Dollars for Scholars established "Giving Levels" in 2009 to recognize individuals and organizations who provide financial support for annual awards. Additionally, the giving levels provide a means of budgeting for long term goals related to giving.
Donors who commit to a specific Giving Level are recognized in DFS publications. DFS will track the status of each pledge and issue a reminder invoice near the anniversary date. Permanent "named scholarships" are established in honor of donations of $5,000 or more.
Once the requirements of a particular giving level have been satisfied, donors may join a higher level; previous donations will transfer to the new level. Or, the donor be "knighted" - meaning continued contributions at the same level will be recognized.
The 555 Knight sponsor level symbolizes the five communities along Highway 55 that comprise the West Central Area School district.
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555 Knights $555 |
$155 now and $100/year for 4 years |
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Honored Knight $1,000 |
$200 now and $200/year for 4 years |
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Scholar Knight $2,500 |
$500 now and $500/year for 4 years |
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Heritage Knight $5,000 |
$1000 now and $1000/year for 4 years |
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Legacy Knight $10,000 |
Flexible payment options |
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Legacy and Beyond $10,000+ |
Legacy and Beyond Greater than $10,000 commitment
Elbow Lake Fire Relief Association
Having joined the Heritage Knight level in 2009, the Elbow Lake Fire Relief Association moved up to Legacy Knight in 201. "We are honored to support the graduating seniors as we are supported by the areas we serve."
Legacy Knight $10,000 commitment
Barrett Fire Relief Association
Having joined the Heritage Knight level in 2010, the Barrett Fire Relief Association moved up to Legacy Knight in 2013 to further demonstrate their commitment to the community and the belief that we can build stronger communities by educating our youth.
Carl Larson Memorial Scholarship
Carl J. Larson permanent named scholarship fund established in 2009. Carl J. Larson was the individual who started the Dollars for Scholars program for our area seniors. Carl was a strong supporter and believed that every student should be given the opportunity to make a difference. A Carl Larson scholarship has been awarded annually since 1997.
Deanne Frarck Scholarship
Deane Frarck was a life-long learner and educator. Following her example of community commitment, her family proudly provides this scholarship so that young adults may have the opportunity to further their education. Given to a student pursuing secondary education in science or ay science-related field.
Donald and Gladys Nelson Scholarship
Donald and Gladys Nelson both grew up in the Elbow Lake area and farmed in Elbow Lake Township for 40 years. Donald graduated from Herman High School and Gladys graduated from Elbow Lake as did their three children, Mike, Teresa, and Lynda. The Nelson family has been long supporters of the school and want to continue to support students seeking higher education.
Elbow Lake Co-op Grain Scholarship
Elbow Lake Co-Op Grain joined the Legacy Knight level in 2009. Elbow Lake Co-op grain includes locations in Elbow Lake, Wendell and Nashua. They support the students and especially those seniors pursuing an education in an agriculture related field.
Elbow Lake Co-op Grain Scholarship
Elbow Lake Co-Op Grain joined the Legacy Knight level in 2009. Elbow Lake Co-op grain includes locations in Elbow Lake, Wendell and Nashua. They support the students and especially those seniors pursuing an education in an agriculture related field.
Elizabeth Haugen & Kristen (Haugen) Juhola Memorial Scholarship
Jim and Joyce Haugen's daughters, Elizabeth and Kristen, graduated from Elbow Lake High School in 1975 and 1978. Beth was pursuing a career in nursing while Kris' goal was to become an airline pilot. In 1984, long before their dreams could be fulfilled, both daughters passed away - Beth from a brain tumor and Kris in a plane crash. This scholarship is intended to help other young people realize their dreams.
Elmer & Viola Nelson Foundation Scholarship
Elmer & Viola were long-time residents of Delaware Township in Grant County. This scholarship was established in support of their belief in continuing education.
Jerome Ostenson Scholarship
This scholarship is in honor of Oscar and Caroline Ostenson and their descendants, and is awarded to a boy seeking post-secondary training in a non-academic field -trade, vocational, or tech school that is needed in a rural setting.
Sharon Strunk Scholarship
Sharon Strunk truly believed in the value of public education and seized any opportunity to instill success in our youth. Her loved ones wish to keep her spirit alive with support for individuals who have the potential to shape the lives of community's children and grandchildren.
Heritage Knight $5,000 commitment
The Noel Kjesbo "Hey, Way to Go!" Memorial Scholarship
Noel graduated from Elbow Lake/Wendell HS in 1965 and believed strongly in the value of a well-rounded, practical, and fun education that included academics, curiosity about the wider world, extra-curricular participation, and proud community involvement.
Bank of the West Scholarship
Joined Heritage Knight level in 2009. This scholarship was established to reflect the bank's support of graduating seniors and their endeavors to continue education beyond high school.
Gregg Goldenstein Scholarship
Greg Goldenstein was a vocal instructor at WCA. His family established this scholarship, which is awarded to a student active in music, in his honor.
Carl A. Hanson American Legion Post #321
Joined Heritage Knight level in 2011. The Legion has a long-standing history of supporting youth programs in the region.
Nick Mahoney Scholarship
The Mahoney family established this scholarship in memory of Nick, a former WCA student.
Scholar Knight Sponsor $2,500 commitment
Amundson-Peterson Inc.
Cosmos Enterprises, Inc.
Cross Country Construction
Eagle Bank
Elbow Lake Lions Club
Cosmos Enterprises, Inc.
Cross Country Construction
Eagle Bank
Elbow Lake Lions Club
Elbow Lake Women's Study Club
Farmers Agency
Farmers Agency
Farmers State Bank of Hoffman
Haley Oil Company
Gene and Darla Hanson
Haley Oil Company
Gene and Darla Hanson
Hoffman Coop Grain Association
Hoffman Lions Club
Jim's Market
Kensington Bank
Hoffman Lions Club
Jim's Market
Kensington Bank
Kensington Commercial Club
LGC Biosearch Technologies; Douglas Scientific, LLC
Midwest Machine, Inc.
LGC Biosearch Technologies; Douglas Scientific, LLC
Midwest Machine, Inc.
Wendy & Ethan Rudell Memorial
Lou Score and Pryce Score
Lou Score and Pryce Score
Dick Vipond Memorial
Pro-AG Farmers Cooperative
Pro-AG Farmers Cooperative
Honored Knight Sponsor $1,000 commitment
Ameriprise Inc., Mike Svobodny
Anderson LP
Anderson Oil/Dew Drop Inn (Jason/Curt Anderson)
Anderson Oil/Dew Drop Inn (Jason/Curt Anderson)
Barrett Farm Supply, Inc.
Jim and Marlene Belgum
Chad and Diane Biss
Blume Electric
Chad and Diane Biss
Blume Electric
Bright Seeds, Todd & Heidi Bright
Carlson Ag Aviation
Jeff and Marlene Drier
Ellis Insurance Agency
Grant County Herald
Hanson Auctioneers
Hoffman Building Systems
Grant County Herald
Hanson Auctioneers
Hoffman Building Systems
Lake Region Veterinary Center, LLC
Lakes Area Professional Women
Marshall Law
Northland Seeds
Doug and Kim Oachs
Lakes Area Professional Women
Marshall Law
Northland Seeds
Doug and Kim Oachs
Prairie Air Inc.
Greg and Marisa Sabolik
Dr. Robert Sampson Memorial
Star Bank
Sylvia Swenson
Sylvia Swenson
Titan Machinery
Wendell Lions
555 Knight Sponsor $555 commitment
Matthew and Shelli Allen
Daryl and Connie Amundson
Jackie and Family Anderson
Lane Anderson Memorial
Daryl and Connie Amundson
Jackie and Family Anderson
Lane Anderson Memorial
Tory and Shelly Belgum
Gladwin and Pamela Beyer
Gladwin and Pamela Beyer
Ron and Jody Brasel
Boone and Charity Carlson
Dale Champ
Keith and Darla Christenson
Gerald Coleman
Dale Champ
Keith and Darla Christenson
Gerald Coleman
Jody and Leisha Coleman
Dean's Super Valu
DHS Grain LTD
DHS Grain LTD
Mark and Michelle Dewey
Tony and Anne Endreson
James and Brenda Exe
F2H Electric
F2H Electric
Michael & Dana Flint
Keith and Kelly Gerber
Beverly Godel
Grant County Lions Club
Mark and Wanda Haberer
Darin and Natalie Hanson
Joyce Hanson
Dwaine and Jean Haroldson
Hoffman Alumni Association
Gary and Karen Huebner
Hoffman Alumni Association
Gary and Karen Huebner
Gary and Kathy Hulzebos
Leon Johnson/Faith Rudnitski
Leon Johnson/Faith Rudnitski
Janice Krusemark Memorial
Jay and Betty Johnson
Karl and Janelle Johnson
Kristine Johnson
Kruize Plumbing & Heating
Kent and Colleen Marshall
Anthony and Renae Lien
Kent and Colleen Marshall
Anthony and Renae Lien
Curt and Betsy Ostenson
Carter Overson Memorial
Nathan and Kim Porter
Project Central
Duane and Lana Rau
Todd and Sheila Ronhovde
Nathan and Kim Porter
Project Central
Duane and Lana Rau
Todd and Sheila Ronhovde
Runestone Insurance - Kensington
Gary and Beth Sabolik
Dave and Amy Staples
Sanford Self Storage
Dean and Bonnie Sternhagen
Dieter and Megan Strobel
Scott and Michelle Swenson
Dave and Amy Staples
Sanford Self Storage
Dean and Bonnie Sternhagen
Dieter and Megan Strobel
Scott and Michelle Swenson
WCA Education Association
West Acres Shopping Center
Dave Willard
Miah and Val Ulrich
Dave Willard
Miah and Val Ulrich
