Madeleine F. and Hilda E. Oliver Fund

This fund was established through the Estate and Trust of Madeleine F. Oliver, who designated assets to establish the Madeleine F. and Hilda E. Oliver Fund. Madeleine passed away in 2024 at the age of 103. She lived most of her adult life in Wakefield with her sister, Hilda. Neither sister married and both were members of the First Congregational Church. Madeleine spent her career with Putnam Investments in Boston. She and Hilda enjoyed traveling to many destinations. Madeleine was a philanthropist and supported various organizations in her community and beyond.

Scholarship Recipients

2026

  • Allida Kelliher — Saint Michael's College

2025

  • Zipporah Zivan — University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Recent News

Establishment of the Celeste Landers Wentworth Fund

Celeste Landers Wentworth was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who passed away on June 12, 2026. Celeste was raised in Wakefield, Massachusetts, where she attended the public schools and graduated from Wakefield High School.  She continued her...

2026 Merit Scholarship Winners

Congratulations to the 2026 Merit Award Winners on their outstanding achievements! These exceptional students are recognized for their academic, extracurricular, and leadership accomplishments.Bill Spaulding Merit AwardThe Bill Spaulding Merit Award honors an esteemed...

Establishment of the Babb Family Scholarship

The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield, Inc. (TSF) is honored to announce the establishment of the Babb Family Scholarship.  The Babb Family established this fund in honor of their deep roots and commitment to the community.   Pictured left to right are Babb Family...