SCHOLARSHIPS
Central Okanagan Bursary & Scholarship Society
The Central Okanagan Foundation is proud to partner with the Central Okanagan Bursary & Scholarship Society (COBSS) to support students across our region in pursuing their educational goals.
Through this partnership, the Central Okanagan Foundation manages and stewards over 50 endowed scholarship funds established by generous donors committed to supporting education and investing in the future of our community. These funds are held as endowments, ensuring long-term sustainability and ongoing impact for generations of students. In 2025 approximately $107,500 has been distributed from these endowed funds in scholarships supporting local students.
COBSS plays an important role in supporting graduating students within School District 23 by coordinating the application and adjudication process, while Central Okanagan Foundation provides professional fund management, stewardship, and donor support. Together, we ensure that each award is delivered with care, transparency, and lasting impact.
Supporting Student Success Through Endowment
Each scholarship and award held at Central Okanagan Foundation reflects the vision and generosity of individuals, families, and organizations who believe in the power of education.
As stewards of these funds, Central Okanagan Foundation:
- Invests and manages endowed assets responsibly
- Ensures scholarships are awarded according to donor intent
- Provides ongoing administrative and reporting support
- Preserves and grows funds to maximize long-term impact
This approach allows donors to create a meaningful legacy while supporting students year after year.
Support or Establish a Scholarship
There are two meaningful ways to support students through the Central Okanagan Bursary & Scholarship Society:
Contribute to an existing scholarship
Donations can be made to established funds to help grow their impact and increase the value or number of awards available to students.
Create a new scholarship or award
If you are interested in establishing a scholarship in memory of a loved one, to support a specific field of study, or to reflect your values, Central Okanagan Foundation can help guide you through the process. We work closely with donors to design funds that are meaningful, sustainable, and aligned with community needs.
Whether you choose to give to an existing fund or create a new one, your contribution helps open doors for local students.
Learn More
To learn more about the Central Okanagan Bursary & Scholarship Society and its role in supporting students, please visit their website – Home – Central Okanagan Bursary And Scholarship Society
For questions about donating, establishing a fund, or supporting scholarships through Central Okanagan Foundation, please contact paula@centralokanaganfoundation.org
Scholarships & Awards
The following scholarships and awards are held and administered through the partnership between Central Okanagan Foundation and COBSS:
Alumni & Friends of KSS – Academic Award
Alumni & Friends of KSS – Athletic Award
Alumni & Friends of KSS – Fine Arts Award
Alumni & Friends of KSS – Industrial Education/Technology Award
Am Corrado Memorial Scholarship
Andrew Walker Memorial Award
Big Brothers & Sisters /Norm Williams Memorial Bursary
Bob Ross Literary Award
Brenda Smail Memorial Bursary
Brent Mullin & Shoot Fore The Moon Bursary
Catherine & Roy Pollard Scholarship
Cecil E. Moore Engineering Award
Central Okanagan Minor Baseball Association Bursary
Cliff & Lois Serwa Bursary (Female Award)
Cliff & Lois Serwa Bursary (Male Award)
COBSS Founders Academic Award
COBSS Technical Certificate/Diploma Award
Dan Hikichi Memorial Award
Dick/Jean Hall Fund Award
Dr Claire Budgen Memorial Scholarship
Dr. David Clarke Bursary
Elsie and Les Orsi Memorial Bursary
Eleanor Morrison Bursary
Fiona Mills Bursary
Flett Family Bursary
Gerry Brumpton Memorial Bursary
Gordon Lee Memorial/HUDAC Award
Gyro Club Of Kelowna Bursary
Gyro Club Of Kelowna Scholarship
H. Armeneau Family Bursary
Harold/Marina Pettman Bursary
Henry Funk Memorial Bursary
Herb Capozzi Memorial Award
Holly Dingwall Memorial Award
IODE – Dr. W. J. Knox Bursary
IODE – Jack McMillan Scholarship
IODE – Mary I. Kerr Memorial Bursary
IOOF – Orchard City Lodge #59 Bursary
Ian H Mackenzie Bursary
Jack Acres Family Bursary
Jack Brow Memorial Bursary
Jane C. Alton Scholarship
Joan and Al Mann Bursary
John/Nancy Woodworth Awards
Josie Evans Bursary
Jane Fleming Memorial Award
Kathleen Grant Memorial/Kelowna Rebekah Lodge Bursary
Kay & Russ Hawley Family Bursary
Kelowna Central Lions Club Bursary
Larry Nicholas Memorial Bursary
Leonora & Dwight Moody Bursary
Lillian Ayres Citizenship Award
Lorraine Zimmerman Memorial Bursary
Mary Catherine Neave Memorial Bursary
May Bennett Memorial Bursary
National Bank Financial Leadership Award
Nita Turri Memorial Bursary
Oakley Family Music Award
Paddy Malcolm English Award
Peter & Mary Wiens Bursary
Rebekah Lodge #36 Student Award
Roger Tait Memorial Award
Rotary Club – Ogopogo/Pat & Bill Fennell Scholarship
Rutland Volunteer Fire Department Bursary
Temie Ann Harding Memorial Bursary
The Baldeo Family Bursary
Travis Lefebvre Dosch Memorial Bursary
Truswell Memorial Bursary
Volunteer Spirit Scholarship
W.A.C. Bennett Memorial Bursary
