Friends of the WTML Scholarship
Friends of the WTML Scholarship
The Friends of Welles-Turner Memorial Library is a non-profit organization run by volunteers who raise money for the library to enhance its collections and resources. The Friends offer various educational and enrichment programs for adults and children. Membership dollars are an important source of funds for the Friends and for the library, and the group urges you to become a member or renew your annual membership this month. The Friends of the Welles--Turner Memorial Library has been granting a scholarship to the Glastonbury community since 2006. Over $14,000 has been given out in scholarships to well deserving college bound high school seniors!
The Friends of the Welles-Turner Memorial Library is proud to support graduating seniors through its annual scholarship award. The Friends will award one $1,000 cash prize to a graduating senior who demonstrates:
Strong academic achievement
Good citizenship
Active community involvement
The award may be used toward tuition or books at an accredited college or technical school.
Applicants must:
Be a graduating high school senior
Be a resident of Glastonbury, Connecticut
Demonstrate solid academic standing
Show active involvement in the community
Be accepted as a full-time student at an accredited college or technical school
To be considered, applicants must submit:
Completed application form
Electronic transcript (GHS students may download from PowerSchool)
Two outside references (only one may be from a teacher or school administrator and may not be from relatives or friends)
A one-page, double-spaced typed essay
In a one-page essay, please describe:
The role the Welles-Turner Memorial Library has played in your education
Your educational goals and aspirations
Any additional information you feel is important for consideration
1. Download the application (Coming in Spring 2027).
2. Complete all required sections.
3. Submit your application and supporting documents to
Deadline: TBD
Late applications will not be considered.
Whether you want to stay up-to-date on our news, volunteer at our book sales, or provide monetary support we would love for you to support the Friends!