The Golden Beavers

From 1988 to, and including 2023, Ballard High School students have received 419 Golden Beavers Scholarships for a total of $862,307

Learn More About Our Scholarships

We have a myriad of scholarships to identify a variety of deserving recipients each spring.

John “Jack” Lawson ’52 Memorial Scholarship

In memory of Ballard High School Golden Beaver Past President and Scholarship Chair Jack Lawson. Jack, a strong advocate for Golden Beaver Scholarships, w7orked tirelessly to benefit as many graduating seniors as possible.

Einar Johanson ’47 Scholarship

In gratitude to Einar Johanson for his significant donation in support of graduating seniors. Einar, a longtime Sunset Hill resident, successful business owner, and still active member of the Ballard community, has not only been a generous supporter of Ballard High School, but many local community organizations as well.

Judy Olson Rikansrud ’58 Scholarship

In memory of Foundation Board Member/Past President and Golden Beaver Membership Chair Judy Olson Rikansrud ’58. For more than 20 years, Judy tirelessly gave of her time, energy and financial resources to support the Ballard High School Beavers. A smile always appeared on Judy’s face when BHS became part of any conversation.

McMuldroch-Lathrop Family Scholarships

Parents Chris McMuldroch and Jennifer Lathrop honor their connection to Ballard High School through this generous gift. Chris served as a longtime Robotics Team mentor. The couple also recognized the power of these awards, as Chris once received a scholarship growing up in Vancouver, setting him on a path to success.

Daniel Chavez Scholarship

In honor of ’03 Ballard graduate and fallen Marine Daniel Chavez. Lance Corporal Chavez was a hero at the time of his death, and only his Company knew until the Marine Corps honored him for his heroism three months later.

The Ballard Nineteen Scholarship

This scholarship is to remember the nineteen men from Ballard High School who died serving in Vietnam. Author and former Scholarship Committee Chair Jerry Smith ’66 has generously donated the proceeds from his book “The Ballard Nineteen” to fund the scholarship.

Nancy Hughbanks GAINS Scholarship and Doug Scheumann GAINS Scholarship

Recognizes exceptional GAINS graduating seniors. Graduation Assistance Impacting the Needs of Students (GAINS) is a partnership between Ballard High School and Ballard High School Foundation.

Selecting & Presenting Our Scholarship Winners

Each year, Ballard High School students apply for Golden Beaver Scholarships. Applicants submit a letter of recommendation, along with a resume that includes their school and community activities, work experience, special honors, and awards. Six Committee members, headed by Co-Chairs Ryan Carlisle ’93 and Maggie Murphy Moffett ’69, interview the candidates and select the scholarship winners, who are presented with their awards each spring at our Annual Scholarship Luncheon.