John Dowling Odom Welding Scholarship Fund
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Organized by
Lisa Vaughan
Lisa Vaughan
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$3,625
Raised of $10,000 goal
1 scholarship funded
Contributions
18LV
Lisa Vaughan
$300
GE
Gary Estes
$50
JA
Jane Ann Love
$20
CB
Claudie BOREL-SCHANDENÉ
$50
MY
Margaret Yonack
$25
Our story
My dad, John Dowling Odom, was a brilliant man. He had an unstable childhood, grew up in poverty, often sleeping in barns, and was never given opportunities to succeed. He began teaching himself to weld in his early adult life, and was able to begin working in shipyards where he eventually was promoted to foreman. Later, he was able to start up his own business, where his talent shown through, and his honesty and caring nature stood out to the community. He used his welding skills to work on forestry equipment, as well as his passion for restoring vintage vehicles. He loved what he did, and he continued working until he was 80 years old.
Our goal
To honor my dad by offering support and assistance to underprivileged students who would like to earn a welding certification in an accredited school.
Scholarships made possible by your generosity
Comments from contributors 9
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Claudie BOREL-SCHANDENÉ2 months ago
$50
In memory of Lisa Vaughan's great father
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Margaret Yonack2 months ago
$25
In memory of John Odom
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Donna And Roy Palvadeau2 months ago
$25
I’m memory of John Odom
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Sandra Vaughan2 months ago
$100
To honor a great man and his wonderful daughter,
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Joyce Clayton11 months ago
$100
So thoughtful of my uncle and his family for wanting to do this. I want to help.
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