Scholarships

The  Johnnie Fay McQuillan Memorial Scholarship  honors the remarkable legacy of Johnnie Fay McQuillan, who dedicated over 40 years to the banking industry and a lifetime to serving her community. As the previous Treasurer for Blue Ridge Scholarship Fund, a hospital district board member, an active participant in the White Mountain Woman’s Club, and a devoted church member, Johnnie Fay exemplified generosity, leadership, and service wherever help was needed.   This scholarshi

The  Jim Crampton Memorial Scholarship  honors the life of Jim Crampton, a dedicated CPA, community leader, and family man. After relocating to the White Mountains, Jim became a partner at Henry & Horne and devoted himself to serving the community through leadership roles with Navapache Hospital, the Blue Ridge Scholarship Fund, the Show Low Rotary Club, and many other local organizations. An avid outdoorsman, Jim loved hunting, camping, golfing, hiking, and running, and shar

The  Howard Williams Memorial Scholarship  honors the life and legacy of Howard Wayne “Howie” Williams, a dedicated Industrial Arts educator who taught at  Blue Ridge High School from 1984 to 2013 . A graduate of Mesa Community College and Arizona State University, Howie inspired generations of students through hands-on learning in automotive and skilled trades. He took great pride in his former students working in the automotive industry, the Pit Crew Challenge teams, and hi

The  High Country Art Association Scholarship  supports students committed to pursuing art and creative expression in higher education. For over  50 years , the High Country Art Association has hosted the  4th of July Fine Arts Festival, raising scholarship funds through a Silent Auction made possible by the generous donations of High Country Gallery artists and festival exhibitors. The  High Country Gallery, located in the Times Square Plaza across from Charlie Clark’s, con

The  Ben Thomas Memorial Scholarship  honors the life and legacy of Ben Thomas, a dedicated science educator who served the Blue Ridge School District for 35 years. Holding degrees from Muhlenberg College and Eastern New Mexico University, Ben inspired generations of students through his passion for science, hands-on learning, and memorable field trips that sparked curiosity and discovery. Beyond the classroom, Ben was committed to faith, leadership, and service. He was activ