PAST RECIPIENTS
Celebrating the scholars who inspire our mission.
$6,000
Awarded in Scholarships
$2,500
Per Scholarship Award
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Scholars Featured
The Great Lakes Empowered Scholars Foundation is proud to announce the recipient of our 2026 Oakridge Alumni Scholarship: Dylan Cunningham!
Dylan was presented with the $2,500 scholarship award on May 15, 2026. We are honored and excited to support him as he pursues his dreams and takes the next big step in his education journey.
Join us in celebrating Dylan’s achievements and wishing him continued success in the exciting road ahead!
The Great Lakes Empowered Scholars Foundation is proud to announce the recipient of our 2026 Luke Layman Legacy Scholarship: Connar Bruesch!
Connar was presented with the $2,500 scholarship award on May 15, 2026. We are honored and excited to support him as he pursues his dreams and takes the next big step in his education journey.
Congratulations, Connar! We can’t wait to see all the incredible things you’ll accomplish.
The Great Lakes Empowered Scholars Foundation is proud to announce the recipient of our 2025 Oakridge Alumni Scholarship: Hailee!
Hailee’s dedication to her academic journey and commitment to making a positive impact within her community truly embodied the mission and values of GLESF. We are honored and excited to support her as she pursues her dreams and takes the next big step in her education journey.
Join us in celebrating Hailee’s achievements and wishing her continued success in the exciting road ahead!
The Great Lakes Empowered Scholars Foundation proudly awarded its first inaugural scholarship in 2024 to an exceptional student: Rianna!
Rianna’s passion for learning, leadership qualities, and dedication to uplifting those around her made her a standout recipient. She set a high standard for our future chosen scholars, and we are proud to have her as part of the GLESF family.
Congratulations, Rianna! We can’t wait to see all the incredible things you’ll accomplish.
Great Lakes Empowered Scholars champions disadvantaged students by providing resources and opportunities to inspire and increase post-secondary enrollment. 