Please check back later for scholarship application information for the 2025 / 2026 season.
In 2024, the Mount Washington Avalanche Center Foundation delivered 4 different avalanche education scholarships to 4 community members.
John Donnellan Scholarship:
In 2024, John Donnellan generously funded 3 scholarships for our backcountry community. Two scholarships were designed for recreational users and could be applied towards an Avalanche Awareness, Avalanche Rescue, or Avalanche Recreation Level 1 or 2 course, up to $800. The other scholarship was intended for professional avalanche courses and may be used for a Pro 1, Pro 2, ProAvSAR, ITC, or CLT course, with an award of up to $1,700.
MWACF / East Coast Avalanche Education Professional Scholarship:
In 2024, East Coast Avalanche Education generously donated 1 scholarship for a Professional Level 1 avalanche course from February 17th – February 21st. This course is a professional-level training designed for avalanche workers early in their careers or for experienced workers looking to stay current with industry standards.