Dr. Cornelius Thibeault Fund

Dr. Thibeault ran Fairlawn Kennels at the head of Lake Quannapowitt for many years. He served as a veterinarian for 60 years, and was recognized by the Massachusetts Society for promoting Agriculture in 1988. He was also recognized in 1987 by the Massachusetts Medical Society as its oldest living member and for his many years of service to veterinary medicine. Dr. Thibeault was interested in helping young people pursue careers in veterinary medicine, animal husbandry, and agriculture. Back in 1969, Dr. Thibeault walked into a TSF meeting being held in the Beebe Library, and handed a surprised, newly elected President, Catherine A. Simpson, a check for $10,000 stating that an additional $15,000 would be forthcoming as well!

Scholarship Recipients

2026

  • Madison Nett — University of Massachusetts, Amherst

2025

  • Jordan Coccoluto — Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine

2024

  • Tommy Frohlichstein — Boston College
  • Nathan Ickes — Johnson and Wales University
  • Daniel McDermott — University of Massachusetts - Lowell

2023

  • Julia Castellano — Boston University
  • Gavin Frey — University of Massachusetts - Amherst
  • Genevieve Greco — 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...