Lily Drake

2024, Scholars

Quote: “To me, being a Dolphin Scholar means carrying forward a legacy of commitment, leadership, and service. With graduation approaching, and my plans to begin a master’s program in finance, I am inspired to use my education to contribute meaningfully to my...

Emily Fennell

2024, Scholars

Emily Fennell Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Scholarship “I am extremely grateful to be selected as a returning SubForce Scholar. This will allow me to continue my education at my dream school and will provide me with the opportunities and experiences that...

Zachary Hanthorn

2024, Scholars

Zachary Hanthorn CAPT Brien W. Dickson USN Scholarship “Because of my father’s service as a Submariner and Engineering Duty Officer, I have gotten to travel the world. I plan to continue his legacy of service and academic excellence, and follow in his...

Rachel Heimel

2024, Scholars

Rachel Heimel Aloha Scholarship “Being a Dolphin Scholar means carrying on the legacy of service and integrity shaped by those who came before me. It is a commitment to excellence in academics and character, being disciplined, hard-working, and resourceful in...

Ethan Herrell

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar allows me to pursue my goals from the heroic actions of my family members. Without the selfless acts of my family, I wouldn’t be in the same successful position. A Dolphin Scholar means I’m able to honor my family and...

Alexandra Hill

2024, Scholars

Quote: “I feel incredibly grateful for the Dolphin Scholarship. To me, being a Dolphin Scholar means upholding the values of respect, service, and integrity that I have seen my father demonstrate in the Submarine Force for the last 30 years. With the financial support...

Ethan Kiernan

2024, Scholars

Quote: “To be a Dolphin Scholar means to be an example for military children inside and outside the classroom. It means committing myself to improving constantly because of everything my parents have done for me. Dolphin Scholars should be a hallmark for other...

Emma King

2024, Scholars

Quote: “I am honored to be supported by the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation whose support of veterans and their families allows me to pursue my college goals. Being a Dolphin Scholar allows me to dedicate myself to school without the burden of financial stress. I am...

Luke Landis

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Both my sister and I were blessed to be Dolphin Scholars. This scholarship means a great deal to me because I will be able to graduate with little to no debt. While I didn’t join the military, I am proud of my father’s service and this country.”...

Morgan Lord

2024, Scholars

Quote: “To be a Dolphin Scholar means I get the chance to reflect both my hard work as well as the sacrifices my family has made, especially my dad throughout his time in the Navy. This scholarship represents more than financial support to me because it connects me to...

Franklin Morgan

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar means embodying leadership, academic excellence, and service to the community all to honor my father’s service and the sacrifices of all who serve.” Selected: 2024Sponsor: MMC(SS) John D. Morgan, II, USN (Ret.)High...

Lauren Schneider

Scholars

Quote: “To be a Dolphin Scholar means to honor my father’s 30 years of dedication to his country and family as a submariner. I feel privileged to receive the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation’s charity, while I will pay forward in my dedication to my academic...

Arcelia Sciarrotta

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Growing up the SubForce community has always been an important and supportive aspect of my life. Seeing my dad’s sacrifice and dedication to his work and to his family is what built my own dedication and resilience to my education and to everything...

Kaelyn Sosebee

2024, Scholars

Kaelyn Sosebee Laura W. Bush Scholarship “Being a Dolphin Scholar means honoring the men and women of the Submarine Force who have gone before me. I will be able to follow my Dad’s example of service to others with the degree the Dolphin Scholarship is...

Sophia Spencer

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar continues to be a privilege each year. Learning about the brave individuals who have served our Submarine Force allows me to take a piece of home with me when I go to school. I am so grateful to DSF for helping to fund my education.”...

John Streit

2024, Scholars

John Streit Richard & Carol Hayward Scholarship “Receiving this scholarship is significant because it shows that there are people that care for future generations. As a recipient, it’s my job to make sure I steward the funds wisely as I continue my...

Grace Trask

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar means that I can learn more about what I love. I can continue to learn more about design and engineering. Without being a Dolphin Scholar, I would not be able to do what I have been.” Selected: 2024Sponsor: CAPT Carl S. Trask, USNHigh...

Samuel Verdoni

2024, Scholars

Samuel Verdoni Lisle & Emily Kennedy Scholarship “As a Dolphin Scholar, I am graciously able to receive the fruit of tremendous sacrifice – both from the protection of our nation’s submariners and the financial generosity of my...

Caroline Wilkins

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar is an honor because it connects my education to my family’s Navy service and to a community that values commitment, resilience, and service. This scholarship has reduced the financial pressure of college and helped me focus...

Nevaeh Wright

2024, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar means having the opportunity to pursue my education while representing the values of hard work, resilience, and leadership. As the oldest of 4, I have learned to adapt to changes and push through challenges, and this scholarship gives...

Jerald Barnard

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar means I can focus fully on becoming the officer and person I am working to be, without the weight of financial uncertainty pulling at my attention. NROTC has already shown me what it looks like to serve something larger than yourself. I...

Jessica Baugh

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar allows me to achieve my educational goals, and continue to work to elevate the voices of military kids through my work with the National Military Family Association, and my daily interactions with others.” Selected: 2023 Sponsor: CDR...

Agnes Damp

2023, Scholars

Quote: “I am honored to have been chosen to be a Dolphin Scholar. Thank you for your generosity and support. I feel incredibly blessed to have received this scholarship. The Navy helped my father go to school, and the Submarine Service is helping me accomplish my...

Karissa Drumgole

2023, Scholars

Quote: “It is such an honor that I am a recipient of the Dolphin Scholarship. It has been such a blessing for me to use toward achieving my academic goals. I will continue to use this amazing opportunity to complete my degree in Dental Hygiene.” Selected: 2023Sponsor:...

Ripley Elberfeld

2023, Scholars

Quote: “I feel proud representing those who support me in my academic journey. I’ve been able to focus on achieving my goals and work towards having a diverse experience at college. I hope I can bring honor to the Dolphin Scholar name as I finish my final...

Jaime Farah

2023, Scholars

Quote: “I am extremely grateful to be a Dolphin Scholar and am appreciative of the support I have gained over the past three years at my dream university. Being a Dolphin Scholar means continuing higher education in pursuit of my goals. It means I aim for...

Keelin Hogan

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar means that I have the opportunity to represent my family and move forward in life with a foundation I am proud of. It serves as a reminder as to why I am here and the importance of education and community. I am proud and honored to be a...

Maeve Maher

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Growing up with my father in the Submarine Force, I was able to see firsthand the great work submariners do in service to our country and am proud and appreciative to have been chosen as a Dolphin Scholarship winner. Currently, I am attending Northeastern...

Maggie Mandara

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar means that I’m able to focus on my studies more easily. As a child of a service member, I recognize what vital access to opportunity is. Through this scholarship, I have been able to finance many integral academic opportunities.”...

Phillip Mason

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar fills me with pride and support. It’s uplifting to know that no matter how far I travel and what challenges I face, I have people back home supporting my endeavors. I could never get this far on my own, and I am grateful for all...

Sophia Matthiesen

2023, Scholars

Quote: “The Dolphin Scholarship has allowed me to reach my goal of graduating from a top technical college next year and I will strive to contribute to society and the betterment of mankind. Being part of the Submarine community has taught me leadership,...

Cecilia Miller

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being named as a Dolphin Scholar is a tremendous honor. This scholarship allows me to balance a rigorous academic schedule while pursuing my passion to play collegiate volleyball and to actively give back to the community.” Selected: 2023Sponsor: LCDR Michael...

Madeline Nemeth

2023, Scholars

Quote: “I’m humbled to be selected as a Dolphin Scholar. With this award, I’ll continue to honor my father’s service.” Selected: 2023Sponsor: CAPT Eugene Nemeth, USN (Ret.)High School: Richland High SchoolCollege: Washington State UniversityYear:...

Caroline Reiss

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar has enabled me to seize opportunities in college that will set me up to meaningfully improve the world around us. This support has allowed me to combine maritime interests gained from growing up in a Navy family with my passion for...

Caitlin Shupe

2023, Scholars

Quote: “The Dolphin Scholarship has been so helpful with paying for school and it is truly an honor to have been selected. I have the opportunity to comfortably achieve my academic goals and further my education without putting financial stress on my family.”...

Emily Turley

2023, Scholars

Quote: “To me, being a SubForce Scholar is a symbol of the hardwork and dedication that my father and I put in to create a lasting legacy in our community – him as a submariner, and me as a student in the pursuit of a veterinary science degree. ” Selected:...

Grace Wannamaker

2023, Scholars

Quote: “I am incredibly honored to have been selected to be a SubForce Scholar, allowing me to continue the legacy set forth by my dad and all those that serve our country. I could not be more grateful for this opportunity to further my education. Through this...

Stella William

2023, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar means honoring the sacrifices and service of my family through my academic achievement and personal growth. It represents my adaptability and commitment to making the most of the opportunities I have been provided. As a Dolphin Scholar,...

Emmalyn Siclare

2023, 2024, 2025, Scholars

Quote: “Being a Dolphin Scholar is an honor as I have personally seen the sacrifices and courage that being in the Navy entails. My father and so many others that supported me in the community I grew up in embody the Navy as they show their dedication, focus, and...

Matthew Hill

2022, Scholars

Quote: “Being selected as a Dolphin Scholar is both an honor and a responsibility. This scholarship has provided me with the opportunity to pusue my academic and professional goals with greater freedom while carrying forward the values of service, integrity, and...