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Vivian Winston Scholarship

Awarding funds to local mothers juggling the cost of tuition and childcare.

Scholars are selected on the basis of academic merit and exemplary character with preference given to students demonstrating financial need. The value of the award is $1,500 to $5,000.

 

About the Scholarship

A scholarship fund was established in 2006 to honor WHWF Co-Founder, Vivian Winston. Winston focused on social justice work and was an early advocate for women and children. Not only was she a member of Spokane’s chapter of the League of Women Voters from its inception in 1948 she was also the first woman president of Spokane’s United Way in 1969.

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The scolarship application for the 2026-27 school year will open in December 2025.

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Meet the 2025-26 Scholars

Current VWS

Ashly

Eastern Washington University

Frozan

Spokane Community College

Kayla

Eastern Washington University

Kuryn

Eastern Washington University

Lesly

Whitworth University

Mwashi

Spokane Community College

Vanessa

Eastern Washington University

Emily

Spokane Community College

Jessica

Eastern Washington University

Kaylee

Spokane Community College

Lark

Spokane Community College

Mariah

Eastern Washington University

Samantha

Spokane Community College

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Application Information

Eligibility

To qualify for the Vivian Winston Scholarship, the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Female student at Eastern Washington University, Gonzaga University, Washington State University-Spokane, Whitworth University, Spokane Falls Community College, Spokane Community College, or a trade/certificate program

  • Pursuing an Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree or special certification (including trade or technical)

  • A resident of Spokane County while attending school

  • Have dependent child(ren) requiring child care during the 2025-26 school year

Application and Award Timeline

  • Applications must be submitted in February 2026.

  • Recipients will be notified in Spring 2026.​

Application Tips

  • Make sure your essay responses are complete and include detail. We want to get to know you!

  • Highlight your strengths, passions and successes.

  • Read through the entire application before writing answers.

  • Ask a family member, teacher or counselor to review your application for errors.

  • If you have any questions, reach out to our office at 509.328.8285 (call or text) or info@whwfspokane.org. 

 

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