Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS is now accepting applications for the Ben Núñez, Sr. Scholarship opportunity. Up to three $500 scholarships are being offered to graduating high school seniors or Tillamook County residents interested in pursuing a career in oceanography, marine conservation, estuary health, watershed ecology, or a closely related field. Awards are made at the discretion of the WEBS board.This scholarship opportunity is open to any resident or graduate of Tillamook County schools and will be allocated via the Tillamook Education Foundation.
Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS works to build a community of environmental stewards around Netarts Bay watershed and the areas between Cape Meares and Cape Lookout. We use educational events, programs and activities, as well as published research, to enhance knowledge of the important and unique qualities of the Netarts Bay Area. WEBS is committed to supporting local students who care about our natural resources and are looking to start a career in science and conservation. “The Ben Núñez, Sr. Scholarship has helped me focus on what I am passionate about, instead of financial strain, and has given me a steady sense of encouragement no matter how far from Tillamook my goals take me,” says Naomi Travis, 2024 scholarship recipient.
The scholarship, now in its fourth year, is named after long-time board member, Ben Núñez Sr., who passed away in 2022. Núñez served as the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS treasurer for many years and continued to be a strong ambassador for the non-profit upon resigning from the board. His legacy lives on through his generosity and we are delighted to award multiple scholarships in his name.
More information can be found on the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS website at www.netartsbaywebs.org/scholarships.
Questions about this opportunity can be sent to Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS by emailing info@netartsbaywebs.org
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