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Florence R. C. Murray Scholarship Fund
Florence Murray was the daughter of Major Aaron E. Carpenter
OPC '1902, a president E.F. Houghton and Co., Inc. for many
years. This fund honors Penn Charter's educational mission
and was made possible by a generous bequest from Florence
Murray and support from William F. MacDonald, Jr. OPC '62,
P '05.
Wyatt Wistar Brown Scholarship Fund
Established in 1901 by T. Wistar Brown, a Penn Charter Overseer from 1856 to 1916 who served as Treasurer of Overseers for fifty years, to honor his young son who died while a student at Penn Charter. The fund supports scholarships at Penn Charter and other selected Friends schools in the Philadelphia area.
Franklin E. Barr Sr. OPC '1900 Scholarship Fund
In December 1989, the Betty Barr Thomas created this scholarship fund to honor the memory of her father-in-law. This was the second scholarship created by Betty Barr Thomas to demonstrate her commitment to the education of young people at Penn Charter.
Howard Barnes Scholarship Fund
Established in 1986.
The Roger S. Hillas OPC '45 Scholarship
Walter H. Annenberg honored his friend Roger S. Hillas by
establishing this scholarship fund in 1990. Through this fund,
Walter Annenberg further expressed his strong interest in
supporting worthy students and quality education.
The Richard B. Fisher OPC '53 Scholarship Fund
With his gift in 1990, Richard Fisher OPC '53 established two funds. The Richard B. Fisher Scholarship Fund is used to help students needing financial assistance to attend Penn Charter. The Richard B. Fisher Faculty Support Fund helps Penn Charter in its efforts to improve the level of faculty salaries.
William S. Lane Scholarship Fund
In 1977, an anonymous alumnus established an endowed scholarship fund to honor Bill Lane's years of teaching at Penn Charter. Following his death in 1989, many of Bill's friends, family and students continue to support this fund to honor his extraordinary life as teacher and friend.
Ralph F. Palaia Scholarship Fund
Because Ralph Palaia touched the lives of many students and their parents, this scholarship fund was established to honor his 34 years of service at Penn Charter. The Ralph F. Palaia Scholarship Fund helps deserving students have the privilege of that Penn Charter experience which Ralph himself appreciably shaped over his years as teacher, coach, director of the middle school, director of admissions and assistant headmaster.
Arthur E. Weil Scholarship Fund
Established in 1974.
Peter K. Ortale OPC '83 Scholarship Fund
We lost Peter K. Ortale OPC '83 in the World Trade Center tragedy on September 11, 2001. To create a lasting memorial and to celebrate his life and accomplishments, family and friends established, the Peter K. Ortale OPC '83 Scholarship Fund. The fund seeks to provide tuition assistance to an upper school student who, like Peter, exhibits the qualities of the scholar/athlete and demonstrates a high level of motivation, self-reliance and leadership, both in the classroom and on the playing field.
Rochelle Feldman and Robert Paley
Levy OPC '48
Scholarship Fund
Over the years, Bob Levy and his wife, Cissie, have made it
possible for deserving students to attend Penn Charter. Those
who have attracted Bob and Cissie's assistance have been young
people with demonstrated ability in their studies and in their
sports as well as a lively interest in the events of life.
With this in mind, the Rochelle Feldman and Robert Paley Levy
Scholarship Fund will be used to provide a scholarship each
year to one or more such students whom the administrators
believe will benefit from and accept the challenges of Bob
and Cissiey's gift of good instruction. Raymond W. Vickers
OPC '61 established this fund in 2003 to honor his benefactors.
Friends and admirers of Bob and Cissie are encouraged to participate.
Henry C. Evans Scholarship Fund
Paul W. Allen OPC '33 established this fund in to celebrate
the career of Henry C. Evans. During 39 years of teaching
and then as friend and mentor, "Bugs" Evans' loving
manner touched the lives of his students and fellow teachers,
his friends and admirers. Contributions are made annually
to this fund by those who are grateful to this master of the
art of teaching.
Rebecca Wharton Foundation Scholarship Fund
Established in 1815.
The Joseph F. Golden, Jr. OPC '49 Scholarship Fund
Joseph F. Golden, Jr. established this scholarship fund to help ensure that Penn Charter continues its student diversity and moves into its fourth century of education as a vigorous and dynamic school.
Thomas and Lula M. Shepard Scholarship Fund
Established in 1947.
The Harriet Jackson Scholarship Fund
Established anonymously, the fund provides scholarship aid to students in 11th and 12th grade who, without additional support, would be unable to continue at Penn Charter. Selected students will have demonstrated the willingness and ability to contribute to the school in many different ways and whose presence at Penn Charter would be a special asset to the spirit of the school.
William H. Resch Memorial Scholarship Fund
This endowed fund was established in memory and in honor of William Resch by family and friends. Bill was a dedicated assistant football coach at Penn Charter from 1964 to 1969 and saw four sons graduate from the school for which he had a deep affection. Income from the fund shall support scholarship aid for middle and upper school students.
Herman W. Fischer OPC 1926 Scholarship Fund
Established in 1953 by William F. Fischer to honor his son
Herman, who died in a tragic automobile accident. Herman W.
Fischer was the beloved father of two Penn Charter graduates,
Richard P. Fischer OPC '56 and Edward W. Fischer OPC '60.
This fund supports scholarship at Penn Charter.
The F. Stone Roberts OPC '62 Scholarship Fund
Established in 2004 by Penn Charter graduate F. Stone Roberts OPC '62, this scholarship supports students from Philadelphia's East Falls or Germantown neighborhoods.
Class of 1918 Scholarship Fund
Established in 1951.
Fannie G. & Edwin Hall 2nd OPC '24 Memorial Scholarship
Established in 1984.
Beryl B. Lyons Scholarship Fund
Established in 2003 by John E. Lyons in loving memory of his wife, Beryl B. Lyons, this fund supports scholarship at Penn Charter.
The Jorge A. Roig OPC '76 Scholarship
Fund
Established in 2003 by Jorge Roig OPC '76, this fund was created
to honor Penn Charter and to support deserving students who
come from Spanish-speaking homes.
Class of 1963 Scholarship Fund
This scholarship fund provides tuition assistance to a student
in the upper school who displays a pressing need for financial
aid. Through contributions since the Class of 1963' s graduation
and a major gift to the school in honor of their 20th Reunion
in 1983, the members of the class have helped Penn Charter
keep and attract a diverse, able student body and promote
the quality and character of their old school.
Isidor P. Strittmatter III OPC '74 Memorial Scholarship Fund
The estate of Isidor P. Strittmatter II, father of Isidor P. Strittmatter IIIOPC '74, made a generous gift in 1999 to establish this fund in memory of his son. The income from this fund will provide scholarship to deserving students.
The Richard Mott Jones Scholarship Fund
To commemorate the 200th anniversary of William Penn's Charter of 1711, Pierre S. du Pont OPC '1886 established the Richard Mott Jones Scholarship in 1911 as evidence of his high regard for Penn Charter and his headmaster.
Franklin E. Barr Jr. OPC '40 Scholarship
The late Elizabeth Wetter Barr Thomas established an endowed scholarship fund in 1984 to honor the memory of her husband Franklin E. Barr Jr. OPC '40.
R. Jennie Williams Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 1921 by Jennie Williams in gratitude for the financial aid granted her two sons, John S. OPC '16 and Henry B. OPC '24, this fund, through continuing donations from members of the Williams family, provides tuition assistance for a child who has no father.
J.P. Harland VI Scholarship
Established in 1974 to support scholarship at Penn Charter.
Kurz Family Scholarship Fund
The Kurz Family Scholarship was established in 2003 to benefit eligible and needy upper school students. The fund was established by George H. Kurz OPC '46, Charles Kurz II OPC '63 and Robert K. Kurz OPC '74 as an expression of gratitude for their Alma Mater, and to help Penn Charter continue to have young scholars who represent diverse cultures and economic backgrounds.
The Gerstley Memorial Scholarship Fund
Carol K. and William Gerstley II established this scholarship fund in 1977 as part of Program Penn Charter in memory of their son, David G. Gerstley OPC '70 who died in September of 1975.
H. Howard Colehower Jr. Scholarship Fund
In 1992, William S. Colehower OPC '55 established the H. Howard Colehower, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund to honor his father. The scholarship is given to a needy student who, without help from the Colehower Fund, would be unable to receive a Penn Charter education.
Michael E. Cushmore Scholarship Fund
Established in 1992, this fund supports scholarship at Penn Charter.
John Jones Foundation Scholarship
Established in 1761 to support scholarship at Penn Charter. John Jones was an Overseer of the Philadelphia Monthly Meeting who contributed to the petition of Lieutenant Governor William Markham for charter of incorporation for the school.
S. Levis Jones Scholarship
Established in 1989 to support scholarship at Penn Charter.
The Edward E. Ford Foundation Upper School Scholarship Fund
Established in 1978, this scholarship fund supports talented students in the upper school.
Grace R. Wheeler Middle School Scholarship Fund
To honor Grace Wheeler's 10 years as Clerk of Overseers, this fund was established with a generous gift from the Penn Charter Community in 1986. Income from this fund is awarded annually as a scholarship to a middle school boy or girl.
The Houghton - Carpenter Foundation Scholarship
Through the direction and support of William F. MacDonald, Jr. OPC '62 P '04 '05 '09, The Houghton Carpenter Foundation established this scholarship in 1983 to honor Penn Charter's commitment to financial aid.
Henry L. Austin Scholarship Fund
This fund was established in 1944 by classmates and family of Henry L. Austin OPC '36 who lost his life in a training flight the day after he had been commissioned as an ensign in the Naval Air Force in Florida. Joseph B. McDivitt, while serving with the armed forces in North Africa, wrote to his Class of 1936 mates in support of the fund, and Henry's father and brother, George Austin and George Austin, Jr. OPC '34 also contributed generously to this fund.
Evelyn J. White Scholarship Fund
Established in 1990 in honor and memory of Evelyn J. White by her son, F. John White OPC '65. Evelyn J. White was the first woman Deputy Mayor of Philadelphia. Because of her dedicated and loyal service to the city the recipient will preferentially be a child of an employee of the City of Philadelphia.
The Peter Kishinchand Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established by his parents, this fund honors Peter Kishinchand OPC '91, an extraordinary young man remembered for his exceptional skills in theater design and his willingness to share his gift with students and faculty alike. The recipient of this scholarship fund will be a student with similar interests and character.
N. Randolph OPC '32 and William
L. OPC '23 Cressman Memorial Scholarship Fund
Mary McClear established this fund in 1978 to honor her brothers,
William and Randolph.
Mr. and Mrs. Fred E. Braemer Scholarship
Mr. and Mrs. Fred E. Braemer, parents of Richard Braemer OPC '58, in appreciation for the excellent education that their son had received at Penn Charter, established this award in 1961. Each year since the award was established, a current student benefits from the income of this fund and is enabled to receive an "excellent education."
Anthony Gubicza Scholarship Fund
Mark S. Gubicza OPC '81 established this fund in the memory of his father, Anthony Gubicza, a former assistant baseball coach at Penn Charter. The income from this fund will help a Penn Charter student from the 21st Ward of Philadelphia with financial aid. Both Mark and his father have been supportive of the school's baseball program.
The Jacob A. Dresden and Stephen R. Mazda Scholarship Fund
Stephen R. Mazda OPC '75 established this scholarship fund to honor former Assistant Headmaster Jacob A. Dresden who was Steve's teacher at Penn Charter and is his friend today. This fund honors all teachers who go the extra mile for their students. The fund benefits a student who has the desire and perseverance to realize a dream and to do whatever is necessary to make a difference.
Class of 1967 Scholarship Fund
On the occasion of their 20th Reunion, the Class of 1967 established a scholarship fund to recognize what they had received from Penn Charter and to provide financial assistance to those who follow.
Franklyn Sharpless OPC '35 Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 1950 by Mrs. Samuel F. Sharpless in memory of her son First Lieutenant Franklyn Sharpless, who lost his life in World War II.
The Ballou Family Fund
Created in 2004 by Roger and Georgeann Ballou to provide aid to students who would otherwise be unable to attend Penn Charter.
Kline and Specter Scholarship Award
Thomas R. Kline P '97 '03 and Shanin Specter OPC '75 established this fund in honor of Lisa Slowick, Class of 1995. It is awarded on an annual basis to "an upper school student who has striven to overcome injury, illness or significant personal hardship as exampled by Lisa."
Class of 1978 Scholarship Fund
The Class of 1978, in honor of their 25th Reunion, established a scholarship fund to help children who will require tuition assistance. The class plans to make annual contributions to the fund.
Rev. Charles H. Long, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 1952 by Nancy M. Long to honor her husband and father of Dr. Charles H. Long III OPC '70.
Richard R. Wood Scholarship Fund
This endowment fund was established in 1983 in memory of Richard
Wood's 58 years of loving service to the school as teacher,
Overseer and Clerk of Overseers. Income from the fund is used
to provide scholarship aid to students who otherwise could
not attend Penn Charter.
G. Davis Greene Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 1981 by G. Davis Greene, Jr. OPC '49 and Donald L. Greene OPC '51 to honor their father.
Eugene L. Klenk OCP '48 Scholarship Fund
Established with a bequest from the estate of Dr. Eugene L. Klenk OPC '48 and memorial gifts from his family and friends, the scholarship will provide to a deserving student an opportunity to receive a Penn Charter education. Gene Klenk was devoted to Penn Charter. As his classmate John Fuller wrote, "He represented the best that Penn Charter influenced, an influence that stayed with him throughout his life."
The Charles Rupp, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Charles Rupp, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1985 with a gift from his wife, Mrs. John W. "Jane" McPherson.
Walter O. Dilks Scholarship Fund
Established in 1960 to support scholarship at Penn Charter.
Earl and Isabel Ball Scholarship
Established in honor of the parents of Head of School Earl J. Ball, this fund provides support for a student throughout his or her years in the Upper School.
The Louis Savino Scholarship Fund
Established in 2001 through the generous support of students, faculty, parents, alumni, friends and his family, this fund honors Louis Savino, a member of the class of 2003, who died suddenly while in 10th grade at Penn Charter. A well-known and loved student, Lou had a deep affection for music and service to others. The Louis Savino Scholarship is awarded to a 10th grader who has demonstrated strong academic achievement, has excelled in either music or service learning, and who, without financial assistance, would be unable to attend Penn Charter.
John A. Wall OPC '84 Memorial Scholarship Fund
In 1993, John Wall's family established a memorial scholarship fund to honor the life of their son and brother, John A. Wall OPC '84. At Penn Charter, John Wall played football and lacrosse and developed an interest in writing. After graduating from Hobart College as English major, John was pursuing a career that would have enabled him to expand his talents. It is fitting then that the recipient of this scholarship fund be a student who enjoys writing and who would be unable to attend Penn Charter without some financial assistance.
The Kimberly A. and David A. Healy Scholarship
Established by David A. Healy OPC '86 in loving memory of his wife Kimberly, this fund provides scholarship support to an academically and athletically talented upper school student who demonstrates a strong desire to reach their full potential and is committed to making the most of his/her Penn Charter experience.
William H. Chamberlain Scholarship Fund
Established in 1970.
John Flagg Gummere Memorial Scholarship Fund
The John Flagg Gummere Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to honor Jack Gummere's dedication to youth. As an alumnus, teacher, coach, headmaster and friend, he devoted more than 45 years to educating and helping Penn Charter students. It is fitting, therefore, that the scholarship fund which carries his name will continue his tradition of providing boys and girls with a Penn Charter education.
Karr-Nydick Scholarship Fund
Established in 2005 by Thelma V. Karr, Susan Karr Nydick and
Robert L. Nydick OPC '75 in memory of Streeper Karr III and
in recognition of the vital importance of scholarship aid
for William Penn Charter School.
The Class of 1970 Scholarship Fund
The Class of 1970 Scholarship Fund was established to honor
its class president, Dr. Charles Long III (1952-2004), who
died tragically in the middle of his life. Charlie benefited
from such a scholarship during his Penn Charter years. The
fund further recognizes the premature passing of Dr. Chip
Morgan (1952-2002). Charlie and Chip exemplified the highest
standards of scholarship and sportsmanship during their years
at Penn Charter and in their lives. They were guided by deep
respect for the integrity of others. Each sought and heeded
a call to service in their professional lives, but perhaps
more importantly, each exhibited by virtue of his day to day
interactions with his fellow man the sincere belief in the
principle that the sensitivities and sensibilities of each
of us are worthy of consideration as within each one of us
there is that which is divine.
W. Raymond Evans Jr. Scholarship Fund
W. Raymond Evans, Jr. was a brilliant mathematician whose contribution to Penn Charter's faculty was immeasurable. The fund was established in 1967 to support scholarship at Penn Charter.
Joy Quill Overseers' Scholarship Fund
Established in 2003 by Joy Quill, this scholarship supports a Chinese female, and secondarily an Asian student.
Francis B. OPC '1912 and Mary Emma Milligan Scholarship Fund
Established in 2003 in honor of Francis B. Milligan OPC '1912 through the generosity of his wife Mary Emma Milligan. "Frank always said that he got his education at Penn Charter and learned his trade at University of Pennsylvania." This fund aids students in their pursuit of a Penn Charter education that will prepare them academically, professionally, and as a person. It is awarded to needy students who would otherwise not be able to attend Penn Charter.
Thomas P. Cope Foundation Scholarship
Established in 1851 by members of the Cope family in honor of Thomas Cope, an early Philadelphia merchant whose descendents were Overseers and made Penn Charter's move to its present location possible.
James L. Kahn Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 1963 to support scholarship at Penn Charter.
Grace Lloyd Foundation Scholarship
Established in 1760 to support scholarship at Penn Charter.
Fred F. Woerner, Sr. Scholarship
Fund
Established in 1957 by Fred F. Woerner Sr., who believed in
the fundamental importance of a good education. Fred hoped
to provide the same opportunity for a young scholar that was
so generously given to his son, Gen. Fred F. Woerner, Jr.
OPC '51. This fund provides general scholarship at Penn Charter.
Richard H. Flood OPC '50 Scholarship Fund
Established in 2003, the scholarship was created as an enduring legacy to reflect Dick's affection and loyalty to his old school. He enjoyed young people very much and strongly believed in their individual potential - both academically and athletically. It is therefore fitting that this fund benefit a Penn Charter student who, like Dick, demonstrates significant promise and leadership both on and off the playing field.
Thomas and Sarah Moore Foundation Scholarship
Established in 1814 to support scholarship at Penn Charter.
The Lisker Family Scholarship Fund
Established in 2004 by Marc R. Lisker OPC '86 in appreciation of the excellent education that he and his brother Gary M. Lisker OPC '81 received at Penn Charter. This Fund will provide financial assistance to a deserving middle school or upper school student.
The David J. Rosania Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established by Laurie and Bob Rosania OPC'82 and family in memory of their father, a life-long educator, coach and mentor of young people. During his lifetime, Mr. Rosania worked tirelessly to help show that "with a good education, anything is possible." The income from this fund will help an upper school student-athlete who demonstrates personal commitment to meeting academic and athletic goals.
David Ackley Foundation Scholarship
Established in 1812.
Aimwell School Annuity Scholarship
Established in 1808 by the Society for Improving the Condition of the Poor for the "free instruction of female children." Beginning in 1967, this fund has supported a female student at Penn Charter
The Chuck Hitschler and Val Erdmanis Scholarship Fund
Established in 2004, this scholarship fund honors wrestling coaches Chuck Hitschler and Val Erdmanis, members of the faculty since the late 1970's and varsity wrestling coaches since 1979. Whether on the wrestling mat or in the classroom, these mentors inspired, instructed and impressed the core values of hard work, determination and desire, qualities that make winners in wrestling and in life.
George C. Henrich OPC '51 Scholarship
Fund
Established in 1999 to provide financial assistance to deserving
students.
Penn Charter Faculty Scholarship Fund
Established by William Penn Charter School Faculty in 2004 as part of the Frameworks for the Future Campaign to support worthy students in need of financial aid.
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