The Tower Theatre Foundation established the Doug Watson Scholarship for Performing Arts in memory and honor of longtime friend, member, sponsor, volunteer and board chair.
“Doug was a true believer in the performing arts; especially in the power of arts in education,” Ray Solley, Executive Director Tower Theatre Foundation said. “He supported the Tower’s LessonPLAN programs and seemed to revel in being surrounded by an audience of enthusiastic school kids!”
To continue his legacy and extend the impact of our region’s performing arts, the Doug Watson Scholarship will empower students across Central Oregon to actively pursue their creative passions. The Tower Foundation is grateful to Doug’s wife Marianne for initiating the funds for this special scholarship. At least $3,000 will be awarded to each of three graduating high school seniors — one each from Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook Counties. The 2022 schedule is:
- March 4th Scholarship applications open
- April 4th Applications due
- May 2nd Scholarship recipients announced
Just text DWATSON to 44-321 or visit: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/tower-theatre-foundation-inc/the-doug-watson-scholarship-for-performing-arts
Please contact Dani Wyeth, the Tower’s Director of Education, with any questions, concerns or suggestions. She’s at daniw@towertheatre.org and 541-639-1371.
“May Doug’s example and spirit continue to inspire and motivate us all.”
