We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Festival of Trees Annual Scholarship Program. Each student was awarded a $1,000 scholarship for their academic excellence and community involvement.
Scholarship Recipients
Pictured from left to right, the following students have been honored with a $1,000 scholarship each:
Rose Gordon – North Andover High School, attending Bates College
Allison Bolton – Central Catholic High School, attending University of Delaware
Jacqueline Carter – Georgetown High School, attending Suffolk University
Carter DeLano – Methuen High School, attending Tufts University
Scholarship Criteria
To be eligible for a Festival of Trees scholarship, applicants had to:
- Be high school seniors residing in the Merrimack Valley
- Submit a strong and compelling essay
- Demonstrate excellence in activities, community service, grades, and academic qualifications
- Show financial need
Preference is given to students pursuing studies in historic preservation or related fields and to those who have volunteered at the Festival.
A Word from the Festival President
“Our scholarship program has become an important part of the Festival of Trees,” said Festival president Tom Lussier. “We’re especially pleased when we can reward someone who has participated in the Festival.”