Scholarships
Our scholarship winners.
Part of every dollar Snake Saturday raises goes back to local students. The board awards scholarships each spring. See where the money goes.
The scholarships
Snake Saturday Community Service Scholarship
For graduating seniors who record at least 150 volunteer hours during their high school careers.
Northland Festivals Skilled Trades Scholarship
For a graduating senior headed into a vocational career.
2026
3 graduating seniors, $5,000 in scholarships.

Avery Foster
Oak Park High School
“Volunteering has always been a part of who I am. I have often experienced first-hand how even the smallest actions can create connection and tackle loneliness.” Avery will attend Missouri State University, major in elementary education and become a kindergarten teacher.
$2,000 Snake Saturday Community Service Scholarship
Emily Mills
Oak Park High School
“I’m passionate about community service, so I’m grateful to have the opportunity to help through packing meals and backpacks for local schools, supporting new mothers and families, and volunteering at an away camp supporting people with special needs.” Emily plans a pre-med degree, with the goal of becoming a pediatric psychiatrist.
$2,000 Snake Saturday Community Service Scholarship
Emuesiri Egbedeju
Winnetonka High School
Emuesiri plans to enter the automotive program at Metropolitan Community College, get lots of hands-on experience with cars and work as an automotive services technician.
$1,000 Northland Festivals Skilled Trades Scholarship

