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Establishment of Permanent Fund for Card Shows Kindness

Feb 25, 2026

The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield, Inc. (TSF) is honored to announce the recent establishment of the Card Shows Kindness Scholarship Fund. Beginning in June 2026, a scholarship will be awarded from this fund to a local student pursuing education beyond high...

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Establishment of Permanent Fund for the Kirmes Family Fund

Feb 25, 2026

The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield, Inc. (TSF) is honored to announce the recent establishment of the Kirmes Family Fund.  Beginning in June 2026, a scholarship will be awarded from this fund to a local student pursuing education beyond high school.   The Kirmes...

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Pug Mom Strong takes 1st Place

Feb 25, 2026

On Saturday evening, January 31, 2026, The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield, Inc. (TSF) proudly hosted the 34th Annual Trivia Team Challenge (TTC) at the Wakefield Lodge of Elks. Thirty-six teams—including five rookie teams—took part in an evening filled with...

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TSF 65th Anniversary Celebration

Feb 25, 2026

The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield proudly celebrated 65 years of supporting local students with a special event held October 23, 2025 at the Sheraton Four Points.   Over 120 guests attended the milestone celebration, including past and present TSF board members,...

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🎉 TSF is celebrating 66 years of “Investing in Students and Honoring Legacies!” Founded on August 8, 1960, as the Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield and renamed in 2013, TSF has proudly helped generations of Wakefield students pursue higher education while preserving the legacies of individuals, families, businesses, and organizations through our scholarship funds. Thank you to everyone in the Wakefield community who has been part of this journey. Here’s to continuing the mission of “Investing in Students and Honoring Legacies” for generations to come. 💙
📬 Friendly reminder, TSF recipients! Have you written your fund sponsors a thank-you note yet? A heartfelt thank-you goes a long way in showing your appreciation for the generosity that has made your scholarship possible. Your words make a meaningful impact by letting the fund sponsors know their efforts have made a difference. If you haven’t sent your thank you notes yet, now’s the perfect time! 💙
💙 It’s great to hear from our Merit Award recipients and learn about the impact these special awards have made. We appreciate their heartfelt words of gratitude and we are happy to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements of these exceptional students! Congratulations to all of our Merit Award recipients! TSF is proud to be a part of your journey. 🎓✨
Congratulations to Emanuelle Dias, this year’s Boston College Academic Award recipient! This merit-based award recognizes the top graduating senior from Wakefield Memorial High School who will be attending Boston College. Made possible through the generosity of an anonymous donor, this scholarship celebrates outstanding academic achievement and supports a student’s next chapter at Boston College. Congratulations, Emanuelle! 🎓🦅
Congratulations to Emma Ickes, recipient of the 2026 Dan Blanchard Athletics & History Award! 🎉 Established in memory of longtime educator, coach, and TSF leader Dan Blanchard, this award recognizes a student who demonstrates excellence in both history and athletics.
🎓 Congratulations to the 2026 Bill Spaulding Merit Award recipients! This award honors the legacy of Bill Spaulding, a devoted friend and benefactor of The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield. For 42 years, Bill served as a director and financial leader, helping shape TSF’s mission of supporting local students. Each year, seven outstanding students are selected for this award in recognition of their exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in extracurricular activities. Congratulations to this year’s recipients! 👏🎉
Stop by the The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield booth at today’s Festival by the Lake! It’s a perfect day to explore the work of talented local artisans and crafters, enjoy live entertainment and refreshments, and learn more about the many outstanding community organizations like TSF that make Wakefield such a special place! www.TSFofWakefield.org
🎵 TSF is proud to announce the establishment of the Benjamin J. Tan Scholarship for the Performing Arts. This scholarship honors Ben Tan, a gifted musician, dedicated educator, and compassionate individual whose life was defined by music, community, and connection. Through this fund, his passion for the performing arts and his belief in the power of education will continue to inspire and support future generations of students. 🎓 To help grow the fund and expand its impact, donate online at TSFofWakefield.org/donate or mail your contribution to: The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield P.O. Box 321 Wakefield, MA 01880

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