What We Do
Scholarships & Community Programs
Honoring the Past. Investing in the Future.
At the Wade J. Woodmark Foundation, we believe that remembrance and growth can go hand in hand. Our scholarships and community programs are rooted in the memory of loved ones and designed to plant seeds of possibility for the next generation.
Through educational support, literacy initiatives, mobility aid, and creative opportunities, we aim to help young people move forward with courage, creativity, and hope.
Our Programs
Educational Scholarships
Annual scholarships awarded in honor of children and loved ones who have passed — helping students pursue education, passion, and purpose.
Literacy & Learning Programs
We support early literacy and reading access through book drives, storytelling events, and creative reading programs designed to engage young minds.
The Quilting Bee
A traveling memorial project that brings families together through the art of quilting — stitching memory into something tangible, healing, and beautiful.
Artists & Residency
Providing space, resources, and support for artists, writers, and educators working on projects tied to healing, memory, or child-focused storytelling.
Pony Up! Youth Art Project
Children and young artists are invited to decorate mini ponies in honor of someone they love, contributing to a growing gallery of creative remembrance.
Talley-Ho Mobility Program
Helping provide mobility aids and support for children with physical challenges — giving them the freedom to move, explore, and participate.
Announce
Elizabeth Lane Scholarship
The Wade J. Woodmark Foundation is proud to announce Elizabeth Ann (“Ellie”) Lane of Gladstone High School, is the recipient of a $10,000.00 scholarship. Ms. Lane was chosen to receive this scholarship based on her academic dedication throughout her high school career.
Ellie lettered for three years on Gladstone’s swim team. She has just completed her sophomore year at the University of Oregon, where she is excelling in her academics, meeting new friends, and making good use of the library and outdoor spaces. She continues to major in Psychology, with a minor in Health Studies. She has also developed a keen interest in Philosophy, and yoga keeps her fit and focused. Ellie Lane embodies the Wade J. Woodmark Foundation’s primary goal of providing encouragement and support to young students through its Scholarship Program. The Foundation looks forward to working with Ellie as she furthers her academic studies, and strives toward becoming the best person she can be in the future.
Paying it Forward: Educational Trusts
On the night Wade died, seven of his friends had gathered at his home to celebrate life with a barbecue. The Woodmark family vowed to establish educational trust funds for the future children of those friends. Such trusts have been established and funded monthly for the four children born to date, and will continue until each child reaches the age of 18. Paying it forward in Wade’s memory for the children of his friends has brought a great deal of happiness to John and Talley.
Sadly, Wade’s childhood friend, Adam Arrambide, who was also present the night Wade died, also lost his life to a gunshot wound in 2021, while he was protecting a friend.
The Woodmarks are strong proponents for gun safety and hunter safety classes and certification. Local firearm safety training in your area may found on the internet or by contacting your local sheriff’s business office.
