The Crooked River Roundup Foundation is proud to
announce that it has awarded 10 scholarships to deserving students in Central Oregon who are
pursuing careers or learning in the fields of ranching, farming, agriculture, and rodeo.
The scholarships, valued at $1,000 each, will provide financial support to students who have
demonstrated a strong commitment to their academic pursuits and a passion for the western
way of life. Scholarships went to the following recipients:
1. Andraya McNary-Prineville, OR
2. Cutter Marsh-Powell Butte, OR
3. Kaylyn Fildes-Prineville, OR
4. Lauren Papke-Prineville, OR
5. Jesse Wood-Prinevile, OR
6. Ninette Garcia- Madras, OR
7. Oran Davis- Mitchell, OR
8. Tavia Quinn-Prineville, OR
9. Wyatt Wood-Prineville, OR
10. Zach Levesque-Prineville, OR
“We are honored to be able to support these talented young people as they embark on their
educational journeys,” said Jake Huffman, Education Chair of the Crooked River Roundup
Foundation. “Our goal is to help them achieve their dreams and contribute to the future of
agriculture and ranching in our community.”
The scholarship recipients were selected based on their academic performance, extracurricular
activities, and involvement in the agricultural community. They will be using the scholarships to
attend trade school programs, colleges and universities in the region.
The Rural Oregon Community Foundation dba The Crooked River Roundup Foundation is a 501c3
nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the western heritage and supporting the
communities of Central Oregon. Through various initiatives, the Foundation strives to promote
agriculture, ranching, and rodeo while providing educational opportunities and community
services. Our mission is to Preserve the Western Way of Life.
This story is based on submitted information and has not been verified by our news team.
This article appears in Source Weekly August 29, 2024.
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