Military families often face unique challenges when planning for college, and many fall into a gap—unable to pay tuition out of pocket while not qualifying for need-based aid. Scholarships help bridge that gap, reducing the burden of student debt and making higher education possible.
For many Navy dependents, a WOASF scholarship means the difference between limiting their options and reaching their full potential.
It only takes a minute to change a lifetime.
Your support makes a direct and lasting impact—easing financial stress, expanding opportunities, and providing stability during uncertain times.
Sonria Rheiglene Simanski
Chula Vista, CA
Cal State-Long Beach
VADM Jim & Kathie Zortman Scholar
" As a first-generation college student, this recognition is not only a validation of my hard work and perseverance, but also a powerful source of motivation that encourages me to stay focused on pursuing my career and higher education. Receiving this scholarship is more than just financial aid, it is a reminder that my dreams are worth pursuing. Thank you for investing in my future, your support is helping transform my dreams into reality!"
Jack Carlin
Uxbridge, MA
Florida State University
Wings Over America Scholar
"Receiving the Wings of America Scholarship is an incredible honor that means more than I can fully express for both me and my family. it’s a reminder that their sacrifices and support have not gone unnoticed. It’s a sign that the long nights, the tough choices, and the unwavering belief they’ve had in me are paying off. Thank you for believing in me and giving me this opportunity. Your support is a gift that will carry me forward in more ways than you know."
Andrea Meinicke Diamond
Executive Director
a.diamond@woasf.org
757-228-3314
Wings Over America
Scholarship Foundation
770 Lynnhaven Parkway, Suite 155
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
info@woasf.org
Melissa Garrison
Scholarship Administrator
scholarship@woasf.org
757-228-3532