What does this scholarship mean to you?

WE THINK OUR 2023 RECIPIENTS SAY IT BEST…

“Receiving the Matt Atkinson Scholarship means much more than simply getting paid and using that money for college. I feel most proud of what it means to receive it because it isn’t just some random scholarship I applied for. It’s something that I’ve had my eye on this whole year because it was about doing things not for yourself and for others and that sums up the whole reason that I want to pursue my dreams of being a firefighter.

I’m very thankful to receive this scholarship and thank you for choosing me. This award makes me feel very proud and accomplished for all the hard work that I’ve put in and it pushes me to pursue my dream even further.”

David Ayala, 2023 Matt Atkinson Scholarship recipient, Green Bay East

“Being selected to receive the Brian Laviolette Above and Beyond Scholarship and be a part of his legacy is both an honor and privilege. It will assist me in pursuing my dreams of not only being a civil engineer but an officer in the United States Air Force.

Not only does the scholarship support me financially, but it strengthens a sense of support from my community that I have the potential to make a difference and reach my goals. I hope that one day, I can make a similar difference in others' lives.”

Kathryn Alwin, 2023 Above and Beyond Scholarship

“Receiving this scholarship is a tremendous honor to me. To start, I am proud to be able to live on Brent’s legacy and remember him as the great man he was. That alone will motivate me to continue my goal to do good in the world and serve the community just as Brent served and protected the nation.

It will also help me receive an education and reach my goal of becoming a firefighter while taking some financial pressure away from me. Once again, I am truly honored to receive this amazing scholarship and will make everyone involved in this process proud.”

Cole Henke, 2023 Brent Vroman Scholarship of Honor recipient

”I think that each of us has a responsibility to participate in creating a better and fairer world. Many people think that what they do does not make a difference, but I believe that even small steps can have a big impact. That's why it's important to be active and try to contribute to positive changes, even with small steps.”

Michal Panuska, 2023 General Patton Scholarship of Honor recipient, Pilsen Czech Republic

“I am very grateful and blessed to be receiving this scholarship. To me, this scholarship means more than just a sum of money. These funds allow me to honor Jesse Thiry and his family’s sacrifice for the security of our country.

I aim to use this money to further my education and become a registered nurse. I hope to care for and help everyone of my future patients no matter what step of life they may be in. This scholarship is directly assisting me in my path, encouraging me to become a compassionate and dedicated nurse. “

Melanie Schleis, 2023 Jesse Thiry Scholarship of Honor recipient

“Receiving this scholarship has meant an abundance of different things to me. Receiving it means someone believes in me and sees the future of my success. It also tells me that hard work and determination of your goals pays off.”

Kadynn Bostwick, 2023 Robert Safford Scholarship recipient

“What this scholarship means to me is that I was given the great honor on carrying on Danny Dietz’s legacy. I see this scholarship as a promise to live my life with the courage and selflessness that Danny did.”

Trent Strodden, 2023 Danny Dietz Scholarship of Honor recipient