West Point Island Civic Association Scholarships

WPICA Memorial Scholarship Program

The West Point Island Civic Association (WPICA) is offering four $750 scholarships to graduating high school seniors. The following outlines the criteria and documents needed to be eligible for each scholarship awarded this year.

  • William S. Carey Memorial Scholarship

    The West Point Island Civic Association is offering a $750 scholarship to a graduating high school senior who is the child or grandchild of a current member of the West Point Island Civic Association and has been a member for the 2 years prior. This scholarship was established to honor the memory of William S. Carey, a founding member of the WPICA and leader in the secession movement of West Point Island from Dover Township (currently Toms River) to the Borough of Lavallette. This scholarship requires an essay themed “My Memories of West Point Island.”

    Applicants must provide:

    • A personal essay titled "My Memories of West Point Island".
    • Proof of relationship to current WPICA members (child/grandchild).
    Apply

  • Edgar J. Hess Memorial Scholarship

    The West Point Island Civic Association is offering a $750 scholarship to a graduating high school senior who is the child or grandchild of a current member of the West Point Island Civic Association and has been a member for the 2 years prior. This scholarship was established, by his family, in memory of Edgar J. Hess who was an active member of the West Point Island Civic Association. This scholarship requires an essay themed “What Have I Done to Make a Difference in My Community” and a letter of recommendation outlining community involvement (“community” need not be limited to Lavallette, NJ.)

    Required materials include:

    • An essay addressing "What Have I Done to Make a Difference in My Community".
    • One recommendation letter documenting community involvement.
    • Verification of WPICA member relationship (child/grandchild).
    Apply

  • WPICA Annual Memorial Scholarship

    The West Point Island Civic Association is offering a $750 scholarship to a graduating high school senior who is the child or grandchild of a current member of the West Point Island Civic Association and has been a member for the 2 years prior. This scholarship honors those members of WPICA who have passed away since last year’s scholarships were awarded. This scholarship requires an essay themed “My Memories of West Point Island.”

    Submission requires:

    • A reflective essay titled "My Memories of West Point Island".
    • Documentation of WPICA member relationship (child/grandchild).
    Apply

  • Aileen M. Barow Memorial Scholarship

    The West Point Island Civic Association is offering one $750 scholarship to a graduating senior who is a permanent resident of Lavallette, including West Point Island. This scholarship honors the memory of Aileen M. Barow, former President of WPICA and Lavallette Mayor, whose leadership and dedication provided inspiration to all who knew her. This scholarship requires an essay themed “My Memories of Lavallette.”

    Applicants must provide:

    • An essay on "My Memories of Lavallette".
    • Proof of permanent residency in Lavallette/West Point Island.
    Apply