The Whitman County Association of REALTORS® (WCAR) is proud to announce the recipient of this year’s Scholarship Award — Colton High School Senior Jackson Meyer of Colton, WA!

Several students throughout Whitman County were considered for this scholarship award of $1,000 to aid in their upcoming educational expenses at Washington State University. The criteria for winning this award included a review of the student’s civic and social activities, letters of recommendation, grade point average and a written essay of his or her educational goals and foreseeable challenges.

Mr. Meyer currently plans to seek a dual degree in Field Crop Management and Agricultural Biotechnology.

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During the COVID-19 crisis, REALTORS® across the country are stepping up to support their neighbors. Whitman County Association of REALTORS® (WCAR) recently targeted one of the most immediate concerns—increased food insecurity—with a $3,000 donation to local food banks whose contributions go directly to serving our community.

Groups at risk of food insecurity during this crisis include the elderly, people with pre-existing health conditions, the unemployed, and students who rely on schools for free and reduced-priced meals. Washington Governor Jay Inslee’s office estimates that 1.6 million people turned to state food banks for supplies last week—double the usual number. Similar numbers are reflected across the country.

A $2,000 donation was made to Council on Aging & Human Services (COA Human Services), a private non-profit organization committed to enhancing lives and supporting communities with transportation and nutrition services. It is the lead agency responsible for local distribution of commodities and food — distributing to more than 11 pantries and surrounding towns including Endicott, Teako, Oaksdale, Roasalia, Albion, Palouse and Garfield. To find out more about supporting or volunteering for COA Human Services, please call (509) 397-4305 or visit their website at www.coacolfax.org.

Additionally, a $1,000 donation was made to the Pullman Child Welfare program, whose mission is to meet the needs of less fortunate families in the Pullman School District through monetary donations as well as donations of food, new and used clothing, household items and more — including emergency medical care. To find out more about supporting or volunteering for the Pullman Child Welfare program, please call (509) 338-0801 or visit their website at pullmanchildwelfare.org.

WCAR encourages others to contribute — even a small donation goes a long way for our community.

The association’s contribution is being made on behalf of its 175-plus members and affiliates. Founded as the Whitman County Board of REALTORS® in 1963, the Whitman County Association of REALTORS® is a professional trade organization whose members are licensed real estate brokers dedicated to the principles found in the REALTOR® Code of Ethics. WCAR has earned the reputation as the voice for real estate for Whitman County, committed to achieving the goals of our clients and giving needed support to our community at large.