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Omaha, NE 68124

Westside Foundation

Student Scholarships and Staff Awards

Westside Foundation is incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donors, whose support makes a lasting impact on the lives of students pursuing their academic dreams. Thanks to your contributions, numerous scholarship opportunities have been created, empowering students to continue their education, overcome financial barriers, and achieve their fullest potential.

Your commitment to education not only helps students thrive academically but also provides them with the tools and confidence to make a difference in their communities and beyond. Each scholarship awarded is a testament to your belief in the transformative power of education.

Thank you for your continued support and for being a vital part of our mission to make continued education accessible to all who aspire to it.

If you are interested in starting a scholarship to honor a student and/or teacher please contact Westside Foundation.

2025 Scholarship Descriptions

2024-25 School Year Recipients

Scholarship Recipient
73 “Grit” Scholarship * Steeve Zoungbowenon
American National Bank Joseph Simon
Ben Silverstein Memorial Ty Sidzyik
Benjamin Noah Lenagh Memorial Scholarship Francesca Bartling
Benjamin Noah Lenagh Memorial Scholarship Angela Odhiambo
Bird Welding, Fab & Manufacturing Scholarship Dylan Johnston
The Blazek Family Scholarship * Jose Hernandez
Bohdan Koszewski Memorial Scholarship Karen Benitez
Carla Beardmore-Harding Scholarship Kyleigh Hiskett
CS Perry Teacher Scholarship Francesca Bartling
David D. Dunham Scholarship Harrison Yaeger
Don Gilpin Scholarship Claudia Geiseman
Don Gilpin Scholarship Joe Scioli
Dr. H. Vaughn Phelps Mubashir Hilowle
Emil F Vohoska Journalism Ava Waggoner
Fran Carr Memorial Scholarship Simon Heise
Fran Carr Memorial Scholarship Jordyn Shields
Gary Ohm Westgate Scholarship Lucy Lowe
Glen L Spaulding Memorial Scholarship Lucy Lowe
Gureno & Kuehnhold Scholarship Rocio Arellano
Heart of a Warrior Award Piper Hagen
Jack Meehan Memorial Scholarship Ella Francke
Jennifer Leigh Sayre Vocal Music Scholarship Kailee Bowman
John L. Hoich ‘Paddock Rd’ Scholarship Kyleigh Hiskett
Joseph & Marge Moore Performing Arts Aaryn Beck
Logan & Renae Kirkland Scholarship Peyton Meyer
Lois Lucas Memorial Scholarship Isabella Gerloff
Lou Miloni Legacy Scholarship Piper Zatechka
Lydia Burgos Memorial Spanish Scholarship Rocio Arellano
Maryan Stadie Loveland School Scholarship John Mosier
Masterson Scholar/Athlete Kathryn Gaughen
Masterson Scholar/Athlete Blake Keifer
Merrill “Swede” Carlson Warrior Scholarship Violet Collins
Merrill “Swede” Carlson Warrior Scholarship Aubrie McDonald
Merrill “Swede” Carlson Warrior Scholarship Mubashir Hilowle
Merrill “Swede” Carlson Warrior Scholarship Sam VanderVeen
Merrill “Swede” Carlson Warrior Scholarship Piper Zatechka
Merrill “Swede” Carlson Warrior Scholarship Christopher Whittle
Michael C. Williams Business Scholarship Aubrie McDonald
Michael C. Williams Business Scholarship Joe Scioli
Mundy Family Journalism Scholarship Zachary Kastrick
Richard & Helen Kelley* Mia Sinnott
Staenberg Family Scholarship Giselle Schenkelberg
Staenberg Family Scholarship Mubashir Hilowle
Sunset Hills Alumni Scholarship Cora Dietrich
Sunset Hills Pool Scholarship Elaina Kratky
Sunset Hills Pool Scholarship Louis Hoffart
Tom Carman Memorial Scholarship John Mosier
Vicki & John Hallett UNL Scholarhip* Ella Sinnott
WAC Westside Athletic Club Piper Zatechka
WAC Westside Athletic Club Hunter Wynne
W Club for Excellence Scholarship Macy Sweet-Bemer
W Club for Excellence Scholarship Andy Xiao
Westside Connection Scholarship Eva Hovorka
Westside High Eagle Scout – Polk Charles Peterson
WHS Class of ’77 Scholarship Simon Heise
WHS Class of ’77 Scholarship Angela Odhiambo
Willsie Cap & Gown Claudia Geiseman
Willsie Cap & Gown Joe Scioli
Staff Award Recipient
Harley Schrager Outstanding Coach Award Jered Hellman
Harley Schrager Other Head Coach Award Matt Reinke
Phillip and Terri Schrager Distinguished Teacher Award Linda Safranek
Phillip and Terri Schrager Distinguished Teacher Award Ben Baber
Westside Foundation Staff Scholarship Courtney Hrnchir
Westside Foundation Staff Scholarship Ashlyn Dipple
Westside Foundation Staff Scholarship Connor Bohlken
Westside Foundation Staff Scholarship Ayin Morales
Kay Ogle Inspiring Educator Award Amanda Miller
Dick Lundquist Teaching Award Marilynn Mendick
Robert Adams Memorial Scholarship Alex Steele
Doug Krenzer Memorial Scholarship Cameron Booth
Doug Krenzer Memorial Scholarship Isabella Smith
Mary Wahl Teacher-Mentor Award Bethany Magg
Mary Wahl Teacher-Mentor Award Anna Brady
Mary Wahl Teacher-Mentor Award Elizabeth Paulson
Mary Wahl Teacher-Mentor Award Forrest Selvey
Mary Wahl Teacher-Mentor Award Winter Heuertz
Mary Wahl Teacher-Mentor Award Ethan Lemburg
BRAVO Award Elizabeth Friesen
BRAVO Award Holly Smith
BRAVO Award Renae Stirba
Outstanding Employee Award Steve Rys
Outstanding Employee Award Jeff Tabor
Outstanding Employee Award Tim Perrigo
Outstanding Employee Award Fabiane Berna
Outstanding Employee Award Firehiwot Taweke
Outstanding Employee Award Jessie Wendelin
Outstanding Employee Award Michele Howdle
Outstanding Employee Award Kurt Harp
Outstanding Employee Award Elizabeth Chalen
Outstanding Employee Award Renee Cannon