Bella and Effie Rattray Fund

Bella and Effie Rattray were twin sisters who resided all their lives in Greenwood. Bella was a longtime teacher at both the Greenwood and Hurd Schools while Effie worked for over 25 years for American Mutual Insurance Company. They were active in church affairs at the Greenwood Union Church. They left a bequest in their will to assist Wakefield students.

Scholarship Recipients

2026

  • Madison Harlan — Salem State University

2025

  • Molly Forrest — Springfield College

2024

  • Margaret High — Stonehill College

2023

  • Madeline Seabury — 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...