Our Scholarships

Each June, the Oak Harbor Educational Foundation (OHEF) celebrates the hopes, dreams, and hard work of Oak Harbor’s graduating seniors by awarding endowed and annual scholarships. Our scholarships are made possible through the generosity of donors who believe that education transforms lives. Each scholarship tells a story of families honoring loved ones, of community members investing in education, and of students turning potential into possibility.

Whether created as a one-time gift or as an enduring endowment, every scholarship fuels opportunity and builds a lasting legacy of learning in Oak Harbor. If you are a donor who would like to make a one-time or ongoing contribution for scholarships, please email scholarships@ohedfoundation.org or call 360-218-4294.

Scholarships applications are open December through March.

Captain Frank Emory Memorial Scholarship

One $25,000 scholarship for a student going into a STEM field.

Gregory A. Saar Scholarship

$20,000 for one or more scholarships

Career & Tech - Naas Family

$9000 for one or more student whose intent is to pursue a technical degree or certification at a college, vocational/technical school, or apprenticeship program

2nd Chance - Naas Family

$9000 for one or more student attending a community or technical college who has overcome personal struggles or adversity.

Mark Calim Memorial Scholarship for Future Automotive Technicians

$3000 for 1 student pursuing a career in automotive repair

Al Koetje Mayor’s Scholarship

One $3000 scholarship awarded to a student who has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills

OHEF - Career & Tech

$2000 for one or more student who's intent is to pursue a technical degree or certification at a college, vocational/technical school, or apprenticeship program

Dave Johnson

Up to $2000, 1 or more recipients

Island Thrift: Jim Konopik & Jo Balda Scholarships

$1000 for 2 students showing outstanding community service

Island Thrift: Nida Paggao and Susan & Barry Sehlin Scholarships

$1000 for 2 students who has demonstrated, or will be pursuing, a career or course of study, civic, political, and/or social service.

JJ Jones Family Scholarship

One $1500 scholarship

Coach Eric Lindberg Scholarship

One $1500 scholarship to a student athlete

NW Bookkeeping Scholarship

One $1000 for one student attending a two or four-year college or technical school with a goal of pursuing studies in business, accounting, or certified bookkeeping.