Enrichment Scholarship Program

We provide hope and financial means to pursue your dreams

The Enrichment Scholarship Program provides summer scholarships to middle and high school public school students in Whatcom County.  Students may apply for summer enrichment camps in a variety of areas such as music, science, art, debate, technology, dance, leadership and many others.

These scholarships are merit based; not based on financial need.  Receiving one not only helps make it possible for the recipient to attend an enriching summer program, but it can also be listed on future college applications, which is an important factor in today’s competitive environment.

Learn more about the application process.

How we're making a difference ( 2023-2024 )

$70,256
in scholarships
awarded to students
in grades 6 to 11
91
students received
merit-based
scholarships
$400
helps send
one teen to
summer camp

Enriching lives with scholarships for summer programs

We believe positive experiences during the critical middle and high school years can change the trajectory of a young person’s life.  With Enrichment Scholarships, qualified teens can explore their unique talents, interests and gain new skills.

Summer scholarships for middle and high school students
Summer scholarships for middle and high school students
Summer scholarships for middle and high school students

What's happening in your community

Whatcom Talk Article: Summer Programs – An Invitation for Growth and Creativity

To read Assistance League of Bellingham’s Whatcom Talk article, Summer Programs – An Invitation for Growth and Creativity, please click on this link.  

Former Enrichment Scholarship Recipient, Erin Lin, Thanks Assistance League

My name is Erin Lin and I am a current freshman at Stanford University. I was a student at Fairhaven Middle School and Sehome High School and throughout those years, I received  the Assistance League of Bellingham scholarship for summer programs and activities. I just wanted to send a message to you and Assistance League […]

Cascadia Daily News Article: Whatcom County students reflect on life during the heights of COVID

Whatcom County students reflect on life during the heights of COVID Three youth share how they felt, and what they learned, in the tumultuous time Whatcom County students were asked in 2022 to reflect on their experiences during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The three essays, submitted as scholarship applications to the Assistance League […]