College Scholarships

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Hundreds of students have been able to attend college or receive career training thanks to the scholarships provided by the Chehalis Foundation. Over 200 students are currently benefiting from these funds.

About the Project

The Chehalis Foundation began awarding college scholarships to W.F. West High School graduates in the class of 2013. In 2013, $20,000 was distributed across 15 graduates. By 2019, Chehalis Foundation Scholarships supported 38 students with a total of $76,900. The West/Coffman Scholarships and Leonard Scholarship Funds are now managed by the Foundation, and last year, an additional 42 students received scholarships totaling $44,600 for one year, renewable for up to 8 years, totaling $356,800. Over $1,000,000 in scholarships have been awarded to W.F. West graduates since 2013, and many alumni and donors continue to support the future of education and career training for graduating seniors.

Project Benefits

Provides financial assistance to deserving high school graduates pursuing higher education

Helps students from the W.F. West High School Class of 2013 and beyond advance their careers

Supports the growth of scholarship funds through donations, including the creation of new scholarships by alumni and families

Investment Amount

  • $406,900 Chehalis Foundation Scholarships
  • $382,600 W.F. West and Coffman Scholarships
  • Total scholarships awarded since 2013: Over $1,000,000

Fundraising Status

Ongoing; Scholarships continue to be awarded and additional funds are actively raised for future scholarships.