The next day we woke up early, packed our bags and left for Paria. We started our hike with a quick visit to a slot canyon. The sun reflected off the narrow walls and illuminated us as we stretched out our arms to touch both sides of the canyon at once. I felt a big … Read more
This year, all applicants, supporters, and sponsors came together at the AWE Summit Scholarship Foundation. In 2024, we received nearly 700 applications from adventurers aged 15 to 71 from 51 countries. So this March, when the AWE Summit Scholarship Foundation sat down to select just 13 scholarship recipients, we were once again equally inspired to … Read more
Tell us about someone who inspires you. The person who inspires me is my maternal grandmother. abuelita. She endured many trials and tribulations in her life. She was born in Colombia and has truly put in her blood, sweat, and tears to provide better opportunities for my mother in the United States. She had to … Read more
One of the 2024 Summit Scholarship recipients, Isabelle is a budding climber who is ready to connect with a community of like-minded aspiring climbers. It all started with an impromptu climb of Mount Kilimanjaro and an appreciation for the simple life in the mountains. Isabel enjoyed the moments of connecting with local Tanzanians and climbers … Read more
Carolyn, one of the 2024 Summit Scholarship recipients, has been inspired by pioneers throughout her life. Women who live bravely and speak out when they see injustice. People who dare to walk down a path that no one has trodden before. And those who reach out to help others become their best selves. Thanks to … Read more
Statement by the AWE Summit Scholarship Foundation Board of Directors 501(c)(3) Gender equality on and off the mountain: that is the essence of our mission here at Summit Scholarship Foundation. We are a team of female and gender diverse climbers and adventurers who aim to uplift others just like us. Therefore, we are very aware … Read more
What do you do to fill your days? In my daily life, I spend a lot of time with my dog, Rocco. We like to walk and hike every day, and especially ride our bikes. In the winter, he spends more time relaxing by the fire while I go skiing in the local mountains. I … Read more
Please tell us about your biggest mountaineering ambition or dream. My biggest mountaineering ambition and dream is to conquer the iconic Half Dome. But as much as I’m drawn to those majestic peaks, the journey to get there is deeply rooted in my fear of heights. Every time I go climbing or hiking, I find … Read more
Sixth annual event hosted by Two Rivers Enterprises Holdingford, MN (September 1, 2023) – Holdingford Scholarship Fund We have announced the results of this year’s sponsored golf tournament. Two Rivers Enterprise. The event was held on Monday, August 21, 2023 at the Albany Golf Club in Albany, Minnesota. 27 teams and 106 golfers participated in … Read more
More than 20 scholarships will be awarded this year Holdingford, MN (January 16, 2024) – Holdingford Scholarship Fund has announced that it will be accepting applications for the 2024 scholarships starting January 2, 2024. 2024 Holdingford High School seniors who plan to pursue post-secondary education may apply. Holdingford Scholarship Fund will award the following scholarships … Read more