Inspired by Mr. Scheidel’s passion for volunteerism and his strong belief in promoting community involvement, the Scheidel Foundation initiated the Herbert W. Scheidel Leadership in Action Award, a special scholarship given annually to a student enrolled at Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ).
This award recognizes and encourages emerging leaders who, through exceptional volunteer service, have contributed to expanding opportunities for those who are less fortunate. Winners receive a Scheidel Scholarship to complete their Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree at FSCJ and become eligible to continue as a Scheidel Scholar at the University of North Florida (UNF). Winners and finalists are also recognized at a luncheon and are given the opportunity to make a donation to the charity of their choice.
The application process generally opens at the start of each calendar year. For more information on the application process please visit FSCJ’s scholarship page or contact Luann Risoli, Scheidel Scholarship Coordinator at [email protected].
HWS Leadership in Action Award Winners
2024 – Francine Calayag
2023 – Laura Palarine
2021 & 2022 – Not held due to Covid
2020 – Vincent Patterson
2019 – Travis McFarland
2018 – Ashley Cetin
2017 – Brian Hedrick
2016 – Ramona Federico
2015 – Matthew Jorns
2014 – David Paly
2013 – Shion Newton
2012 – Jolisa Brinson
2011 – Ashley Szczulowski