Autumn Leah Beemer Memorial Scholarship
Autumn Leah was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt who passed away at the age of just eighteen due to injuries sustained in a car accident.
Autumn was a bright and kind young lady who was loved by many. When she passed, she was a senior in high school and an honor roll student who worked part-time and attended Johnson College for welding technology. Autumn was focused on her career and was ready to go to work in her field right out of high school. She had already earned her D1.1 certification in welding and was on her way to a bright career.
This scholarship seeks to carry on Autumn Leah’s name and legacy by supporting students who demonstrate her values, goals, and drive for success.
Any high school senior or trade school student who is pursuing welding may apply for this scholarship opportunity. However, first-generation students and female applicants are preferred.
To apply, tell us about yourself, how you live out Autumn’s values, why you’re interested in welding, and what your future goals are.
Please tell us about yourself and how you demonstrate Autumn’s values and hard work. What inspired you to pursue welding and what are your goals for your career?
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The application deadline is Aug 18, 2026. Winners will be announced on Sep 19, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Sep 19, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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