Lake Chelan Health and Wellness Foundation scholarship applications due April 7

The Lake Chelan Health and Wellness Foundation has announced its call for applications for the 2025-26 college scholarships, with a submission deadline set for April 7. Students eager to pursue careers in healthcare can apply online, submitting their applications to foundation@lchealthwellness. com. The article highlights Karen Munguia Rodriguez, a third-year scholarship recipient whose personal health challenges have shaped her academic interests. As a proud first-generation college student, Rodriguez aims to make a difference in public health, inspired by her own experiences with undiagnosed health issues.

She believes that increased research could have led to a quicker diagnosis of her condition and is now committed to helping others. Rodriguez is determined to return to the Lake Chelan Valley post-graduation to contribute to community health. The foundation emphasizes the importance of supporting local students and encourages all eligible candidates to apply before the April 7 deadline. This initiative reflects the foundation's commitment to fostering future healthcare professionals in the region.