Lansdowne, PA – April 25, 2025
The Penn Wood Foundation is proud to continue its tradition of supporting higher education by awarding four scholarships to outstanding graduating seniors at the June 2025 Commencement Ceremony. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement among students in the William Penn School District.
This year’s scholarship offerings include:
- Penn Wood Foundation Scholarship – $1,000
- Penn Wood Foundation Julian V. Falana Business Scholarship – $500
- Penn Wood Foundation Vito C. Macri Memorial Scholarship – $1,000
- Penn Wood Foundation Thomas and Jane Clark Memorial Scholarship – $500
To be eligible, students must meet the following criteria:
- Be cleared for graduation by a guidance counselor.
- Be pursuing higher education at a certified college, university, technical school, or entering military service.
- Use scholarship funds by or before February 2026. Unused awards or balances will be forfeited.
Applicants must also submit two video recordings, each 3–5 minutes in length, responding to the following prompts:
- Based on your experience within the William Penn School District and your involvement in clubs and student organizations, how have your academic and extracurricular experiences shaped your personal and educational goals? What specific improvements or new programs would you implement to enhance after-school clubs and organizations for future Penn Wood students?
- Many students benefit from the support of teachers, mentors, and school programs. Describe a time when someone in your school district made a difference in your life. How do you plan to pay that kindness forward to future students?
Each video must be submitted separately, as part of the application process.
Applications are due by Friday, May 23, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST and can be submitted online at: https://forms.gle/EMinN3atDisBCZ6M9
Scholarship recipients will be formally announced during the June 2025 Commencement Ceremony.
The Penn Wood Foundation remains committed to investing in the future of its students and encourages all eligible seniors to apply.