Larry Diffley Memorial Aviation Scholarship Fund Accepting Applications

BEMIDJI, MN - May 11, 2015 - The children of Larry Diffley established an endowed scholarship fund at Northwest Minnesota Foundation in 2014 to help aspiring pilots in the local area. Applications are now being accepted.

The scholarship was established to honor Larry Diffley's passion for quality aviation training and helping others who intend to become a professional pilot. The Diffley scholarship fund provides annual awards to qualified applicants who plan to advance their flight training at Bemidji Aviation. "The scholarships will be a big boost to the aviation community by providing funds to flight students who are pursuing their dream of becoming a professional pilot," said Mark Shough, president of Bemidji Aviation.

Applications for the scholarship are being accepted through June 30th. The application is available from Tracie Walter at Bemidji Aviation (218-751-1880, e-mail traciew@bemidjiaviation.com), or Peggy Crandall at the Northwest Minnesota Foundation (218-759-2057, e-mail peggyc@nwmf.org).

Students who intend to advance their flight training at Bemidji Aviation, have a deep passion for flying and intend to pursue aviation as a career are invited to apply. Qualified applicants must be at least 17 years old, possess a valid 3rd Class Medical Certificate, have successfully completed the appropriate FAA written examination and achieved solo flight. Complete eligibility requirements are included with the application materials.

If you wish to support this scholarship fund, please contact Lisa Peterson, NMF development officer (800-659-7859 or e-mail lisap@nwmf.org). Secure online contributions are accepted at http://www.nwmf.org; click Donate Now and scroll to Larry Diffley Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The Northwest Minnesota Foundation is a public community foundation that invests resources, facilitates collaboration, and promotes philanthropy to make the region a better place to live and work.