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Scholarships
Wright-Hennepin is deeply committed to fostering education within our community. Our commitment extends beyond providing reliable energy; we’re dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their dreams and contribute to a thriving community. Each year, we celebrate our scholarship recipients at a special banquet, where students are invited to attend with their parents or guardians and enjoy a light meal together. This meaningful event reflects our belief in investing in future leaders and skilled professionals. We’re proud to offer a variety of scholarships to support local students on their career journeys. Explore the scholarship programs below to learn more about each opportunity and how to apply.
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Local Schools Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded at the following high schools within Wright-Hennepin's service area: Annandale, Buffalo, Dassel-Cokato, Delano, Heritage Christian Academy, Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted, Maple Grove, Maple Lake, Monticello, Orono, Osseo, Parnassus Preparatory School, Rockford, Rogers, St. Michael-Albertville, Terra Nova, Watertown-Mayer, Wayzata, and Wright Technical Center.
At-Large Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who live within WH’s service area but do not attend one of the local schools that receive a scholarship listed above.
Edward R. Slebiska Memorial Line Worker Scholarship
Named after Wright-Hennepin's first CEO, this scholarship supports individuals in our service territory pursuing a career as an electric line worker.
WH Security Scholarship
This scholarship is for Minnesota individuals pursuing education in technology systems.
Future Trades Leaders Scholarship
New this year, this $1,500 scholarship supports individuals pursuing careers in the skilled trades—such as electrical work, HVAC, heavy equipment, and other essential fields.
Basin Electric Scholarship
Basin Electric Power Cooperative, one of WH’s wholesale power suppliers, awards scholarships annually to its distribution cooperatives’ members, and descendants of employees who work at those cooperatives.