IN 2025, WE AWARDED SCHOLARSHIPS TO 50 STUDENTS WORTH A TOTAL OF $230,000!
For more information about the 50+ scholarships offered to Blaine County students, go to Blaine County’s Scholarship Program website, and Click here to apply. Here’s a Quick Reference Sheet of all the Scholarships. (Deadline is March 1, 2026) The 20+ scholarships below are ones administered through the BCEF.
If you have a question about these scholarships or would like more information about having BCEF administer a scholarship on your behalf, please contact Deb Van Law at info@supportbcef.org or 208-578-5449. If you have a question about the application process, please contact Liz Clark at lclark@blaineschools.org.
Ashley C. Yagla Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship honors Ashley C. Yagla, a dedicated firefighter and EMT who devoted her life to helping others. Beyond providing exceptional medical care, she offered comfort, compassion, and a kind word for anyone who needed it. This scholarship is for anyone pursuing a career in the field of science or medicine (EMT, nursing, CNA, radiology, etc.) and is favorable for those that demonstrate a dedication to helping others, without prejudice or bigotry. Typically, a $500-$1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
BCEF Scholarship
Blaine County Education Foundation provides critical resources to students and teachers outside of what the District funding covers. We work to bridge the generosity of the community with the needs of local students and teachers. This scholarship is intended to benefit students in the Blaine County School District who demonstrate strong academic rigor and who take advantage of all opportunities to enhance their learning experience. Extracurricular activities need to include community service, a leadership position, sports, work, or other. Typically, a $1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Belay Scholarship
The purpose of this scholarship is in the same way a climber has the assistance of a person on belay, climbing the mountain of higher education. This scholarship is intended to benefit Blaine County School District students. Student must demonstrate academic rigor, have a strong work or volunteer history, and a curiosity for life, and intends to attend a four-year college or university. Extracurricular activities need to include summer work or summer volunteerism. Typically, a $10,000 scholarship that repeats for four years.
Betty Murphy Scholarship
The intent of this scholarship is to recognize a Blaine County School District senior who is interested in politics, civic involvement, or government. Student is preferably a Democrat or Unaffiliated. Typically, a $1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Dual Immersion Scholarship
This scholarship, funded by teachers and community members, honors Blaine County School District seniors who participated in the Dual Immersion Program. Student plans to attend college full-time. Typically, a $500-$1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Flannes Sustainability Scholarship
This scholarship is for a graduating senior at Wood River High School who has attended for at least two full academic years, who’s demonstrated a career interest in environmental sustainability including green building, preservation/restoration of natural habitat, and protection of endangered/threatened species, and who has been accepted for admission to a 4-year college.
Grit Scholarship
Grit is an individual’s demonstration of perseverance and determination to succeed despite life’s challenges. To have grit means one shows courage and strength of character. A person with true grit has passion and tenacity and works fervently to follow through on commitments despite hurdles in their life’s path. Someone with grit shows dedication and the ability to push through adversity, obstacles or misfortune. Having grit means a person conscientiously works toward long-term goals. Other descriptors inherent to grit are showing resilience when faced with setbacks and failures, displaying optimism, compassion, fortitude, and tolerance. The intent of the Grit Scholarship is to recognize students who possess this quality and to provide financial support for their success. Typically, a $500-$1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Hailey Alumni PTA Scholarship
This scholarship is funded by Hailey Elementary PTA and intended to benefit Blaine County School District students who attended Hailey Elementary (for at least three years) and have a good academic standing. Extracurricular activities need to include sports, a leadership position, community service, or other. Typically, a $1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Josh Pollock Memorial STEM Scholarship
This scholarship was founded in 1996 by the employees of POWER Engineers to memorialize the life of Josh Pollock, son of Sr. Vice President Randy Pollock and his wife Sheila. Josh Pollock was killed a few days before the University of Michigan commencement exercises, where he earned a degree in Aerospace Engineering. It’s intended to provide financial assistance to a Blaine County School District graduate pursuing a degree in STEM. (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.) The scholarship committee weighs engineer majors more favorably than others. Typically, a $1,000 – $3,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Ketchum Sun Valley Volunteer Firefighters’ Association Scholarship
This scholarship is to support fire and emergency medical services in the Ketchum and Sun Valley areas. This is accomplished through the provisions of equipment and training for local firefighters, which in turn helps them provide emergency response, rescue, fire protection, and safety services to the community. This scholarship is intended to inspire and support students pursuing careers in medial and fire fields. First time scholarship. Anticipated to be $1,500, repeating four times.
Little River Pre-School Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to any alumni of Little River to help former students pay for their college tuition. This demonstrates our belief in the importance of early childhood development and its potential impact on future academic success. Student must have attended Little River Preschool for one or more years. Typically, a $1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Maker Prize Scholarship
Scape Design Studio is awarding a scholarship to a graduating senior inspired by making things. This scholarship is available to students who demonstrate ingenuity, creativity, and the importance of art in their lives through their creations (architecture, interiors, and objects) scape offers this prize to a student who hopes to use their education, knowledge, experience, and aptitude to generate new objects, ideas, or experiences in the future. Typically, a $1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
MC Skilled Trades Scholarship
This scholarship is available to Blaine County School District students interested in pursuing a career in skilled trades or healthcare services through a one-to-three-year program. Student plans to enroll in a certification, trade, workforce, or apprenticeship program. Typically, a $1,000-$2,000 scholarship that repeats for 2 years.
Mrs. Sue’s Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Sue Rowland of Mrs. Sue’s Preschool. Sue ran her preschool for 30 years in Hailey, ID, educating three and four-year olds in our valley. Sue Rowland loved the energy and vibrancy her students brought to the classroom, loved teaching them in both education and how to be a good person and made a huge impact on not only her students but our community as well. This scholarship is for people who plan to major in early childhood education or elementary education, who plan on attending a four-year university, have a passion for working with young children, and appreciate nature/getting outdoors. Typically, a $1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Nicholas and Company Culinary Scholarship
Nicholas and Company has been in the business of food service since 1939, offering outstanding services and products. The Nicholas and Company Culinary Scholarship will support a student planning to pursue a career in the culinary arts. Typically, a $1,000 scholarship that does not repeat.
Ollie’s Gift: The Olivia Marie Stimac Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is meant to honor Olivia Marie Stimac. She was a talented singer, a kind and compassionate person that shared her love of music with those in her community. This scholarship is awarded to those with a demonstrated dedication for music through community music program participation and more. Deserving candidates have a willingness to use their love of music to be of service throughout the community and be accepting of and having compassion for everyone, like Ollie did. Typically, a $500 scholarship that does not repeat.
Sawtooth Rangers Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by the Sawtooth Rangers, established in 1947, to promote horsemanship through sponsored opportunities for youth and adults. It is available to a student from Blaine County interested in pursuing a higher education. First year scholarship. Anticipated to be $1,000. Does not repeat.
Surfing Heritage Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for students with great potential as seen by WRHS and BCEF staff. These students have demonstrated incredible work ethic and a strong desire for higher education. We hope this scholarship empowers the recipients to continue on the path of excellence and achieve ambitious goals.
Tate’s Scholarship
Tate’s Scholarship is intended to empower young women that dream big and embody the adventurous spirit and determination of Tate Morell. Tate was a strong, determined, fun-loving, and kind woman who had a passion for academics and all things outdoors. She was the Salutatorian of her class at Wood River High School, played on the soccer and tennis teams, and had her own show on the High School news. Tate had a BS in Biomedical Engineering and was pursuing a graduate degree in Engineering. She was passionate about women’s participation and advancement in STEM related fields. However, her greatest passion was adventuring in the great outdoors, where she backcountry skied, backpacked, mountain biked, and climbed. This scholarship is for a female student pursuing a STEM field, has an adventurous spirit, and actively participates in outdoor recreation. Typically, a $1,500 scholarship that does not repeat.
The Andrew F. Pratt Memorial Scholarship for First Generation College Achievers
Andrew (Andy) F. Pratt was a steadfast believer in hope and second chances for wayward teens – because it mirrored his own life. After teenage missteps led him to drop out of high school, he experienced a turning point that compelled him to do better. He returned to school, and later graduated from the University of Washington in 1993 with a degree in microbiology. When cancer shattered his world in 2023, Andrew met the fight head-on. During a period of remission, he became determined to give back to his community. He began training as an EMT, with the goal of becoming a volunteer firefighter. When the cancer returned, his plans to become a firefighter were no longer possible, but Andrew refused to abandon his commitment to service. He pressed on with his EMT training, studying at times with a chemotherapy drip in his vein and attending class when most people would have stayed in bed. True to form, he excelled. One of the final achievements of his life was completing his training, earning his EMT license, and serving as a volunteer with the Ketchum Fire Department. This scholarship is for a graduating senior who will be a first-generation college student.
Upper Bigwood River Grange Scholarship
The intent of this scholarship is for Blaine County high school seniors intending to further their education in agriculture and service-related programs. Major or field of interest is health, education, science, agriculture/farming, forestry/fisheries or environmental. Extracurricular activities need to include community service, a leadership position, sports, work or other. Preference for a student going to an in-state college. Typically, a $750 scholarship that does not repeat.
Wilson Woodyard Scholarship
Scholarships are established in honor and recognition of two men, David Wilson and Jim Woodyard, who provided exemplary leadership in the construction industry and support of educational programs promoting the home building profession. This scholarship is for Blaine County high school seniors intending to further their education in construction industry-related programs. (construction, engineering, architecture, etc.) There is an advantage given to any applicant that has a parent who is a member of the Building Contractors Association of the Wood River Valley. Typically, a $500 – $1,500 scholarship that does not repeat.
Scholarship Recipient Form
If you’ve been awarded a scholarship, you are required to complete the form below so that your funds can be sent to your college.