2026 Washington Financial Charitable Foundation Scholarship Fund Recipients
This scholarship program proudly invests in the future of our community by supporting local students as they take the next step toward higher education. Since 1996, The Washington Financial Charitable Foundation has awarded more than $950,000 in scholarships to over 250 students, helping tomorrow’s leaders achieve their goals. Join us in congratulating this year’s recipients!
Colton County
Burgettstown High School
Saint Vincent College
Major: Health and Physical Education
“I plan to continue to service my community by working in education and coaching to help young people find purpose through school and sports. I also want to continue honoring my dad’s legacy through community involvement. My family and I started the John C. County Memorial Scholarship, and I hope to carry that on for years to come.”
Jillian Dornan
Fort Cherry High School
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
Major: Biochemistry
“I’m truly honored to have been selected for this generous scholarship. I put my best effort into my education, and this award helps ease the financial burden so I can continue pursuing my studies in college.”
Carter Windham
Bethel Park High School
Washington & Jefferson College
Major: Biology
“It means a lot to me to have received this recognition. I enjoy the volunteer work I do at the aviary and the zoo, it is something I look forward to over the summer. To have the work I enjoy recognized this way makes me grateful beyond words.”
Thaddeus Audas
Peters Township High School
University of Pittsburgh
Major: Finance
“Receiving this scholarship is an honor. This scholarship provides me with the chance to pursue higher education and also signifies my hard work, achievements, and my service throughout the community during my high school career.”
Dakota Lloyd
Trinity High School
The George Washington University
Major: Political Science and Data Science
“Through my service at Trinity, I developed a passion for supporting and serving individuals with autism and Down syndrome. This fall, I hope to get involved with a plethora of community service organizations on and off campus, but most especially, I’d love to continue my passion for serving the special needs community.”
Leo Carder
Trinity High School
Washington & Jefferson College
Major: Forensic Accounting
“I plan to pursue a career in forensic accounting or auditing and work for a company that delivers locally and gives back to the community. I am honored to receive this award, especially considering how Washington Financial is viewed so highly in the community. This award is a great honor, and I am very blessed and humbled to receive it.”
Leo Carder was the recipient of The Brian J. Smith Memorial Scholarship. This award was created in memory of Washington Financial Bank’s past president, Brian J. Smith, who passed away in November 2022. Brian was a dynamic community leader and led the Bank since 2006. His legacy will not be forgotten
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