Frank L. Barrows Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Sponsored by Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation
Each year Boreal Waters distributes more than $800,000 in scholarships to students across northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. These awards—made possible by the generosity of individuals, families, and local organizations—support learners of all ages as they pursue education, expand opportunities, and contribute to their communities.
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Most Boreal Waters scholarships are accessed through our universal application, which will open in December 2025 and close on February 24, 2026.
Barrows Family Scholarship Fund
This scholarship commemorates the lives of Frank L. Barrows and his son, Frank L. Barrows II. Established in 2014 by the parents of Frank II to honor their son’s memory, the fund reflects the family’s Eveleth roots and their wish to help others pursue their dreams.
Eligibility
- Graduate of Rock Ridge High School
- Resident within the former Eveleth–Gilbert school district boundaries
- Demonstrated financial need
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Plans to enroll immediately after graduation in a two‑ or four‑year college or an accredited technical school
Award Range
$800–$1,000 (one-year award)
Grant Cycle
Available via the Universal Application (opens December 2025; closes February 24, 2026)