The Everett Rotary Youth Foundation was chartered with the State of Washington on November 18, 1952 for the purpose of raising funds to support programs for the youth of the Everett area. Providing college scholarships is one of the Everett Rotary Club's major efforts each year. To date our club has awarded $1,515,500 and in the last 5 years has exceeded $140,000 per year.

Scholarships
Rotary scholarships are awarded to students from Archbishop Thomas Murphy, Everett , Cascade, Jackson , Kamiak, Mariner and Sequoia High Schools , Everett Community College and the Sno-Isle Skills Center . Students are nominated by their school counselors or scholarship committees and are interviewed and selected by club members who are part of the Everett Rotary Youth Foundation Education Committee.

The Partners in Excellence program was started 5 years ago to increase the amount of scholarships awarded each year. The Everett Rotary Club has teamed up with area businesses, organizations and individuals by matching their gifts providing scholarships ranging between $2,000 and $5,000. This year 28 scholarships named for our partners will be awarded today.

The Evelyn Hoffman Scholarship is awarded each year to a student at Everett High School who excels in English, Literature or Writing. The Hoffman family has funded this scholarship to recognize Evelyn's love of English and teaching at Everett High School .

The Sanford Wright, Sr. Scholarship is funded by Dr. Sanford Wright, Jr. and the Everett Rotary Club in memory of Sanford Wright, Sr. who was well known in the Everett community for his generosity for programs directed to young people. The recipient of this scholarship must attend the University of Washington for study in architecture, engineering or medicine.

The Loren R. Baker Scholarship is a 4-year award funded by the Everett Rotary Club in memory of the late Loren R. Baker. Loren was a member of the Everett Rotary Club for 40 years. He was a Tacoma native, a longtime resident of Everett and a strong supporter of programs that benefit the youth of our communities.

The AGB Scholarships are the premier scholarships awarded each year. Mr. Anthony G. Bozich established these scholarships because he firmly believes that the best way to keep America strong is through superior education. The AGB Scholarships are 4-year awards for students who intend to major in mathematics, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology or similar technical fields.