About Daffodil Scholarship Foundation

Providing continuing higher education scholarships to members of the Daffodil Festival Royal Court.

The Daffodil Scholarship Foundation is a 501(c)3 approved organization (#91-1027635) dedicated to providing scholarships to the high school seniors of the Royal Court who represent various schools within Pierce County. While we work closely with the Daffodil Festival, the Foundation is a distinct and separate organization focused solely on providing these educational scholarships.

The Royal Court currently consists of one Queen and twenty-three Princesses who serve as ambassadors for their schools and communities.

Our Mission: Empowering Pierce County's Future Leaders

The Daffodil Scholarship Foundation was established with a simple yet powerful mission: to remove financial barriers and empower students to achieve their full potential. We are dedicated to supporting the educational aspirations of the Daffodil Festival Royal Court members – a select group of student leaders representing diverse high schools across Pierce County. These individuals serve as inspiring ambassadors for their communities.

Our core objective is to offer an education scholarship to each member of the Royal Court, primarily directed towards tuition costs at their chosen college, technical college, or university. By investing in their education, we help these young leaders achieve their dreams and cultivate a brighter future for themselves and our communities. We believe in the transformative power of education and strive to make a lasting impact.

Our Team

Meet the dedicated individuals behind the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation

Melanie Stambaugh Babst

President

Melanie Stambaugh Babst serves as President of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, leading our mission to support Pierce County students.

Connie Wekell

Vice President

Connie Wekell serves as Vice President of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, supporting our scholarship initiatives.

Kristina Stambaugh-Coons

Secretary

Kristina Stambaugh-Coons serves as Secretary of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, managing organizational records and communications.

Nathan Coons

Treasurer

Nathan Coons serves as Treasurer of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, overseeing financial operations and stewardship.

Anitra Sudderth

Member

Anitra Sudderth is a dedicated board member of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, contributing to our mission of supporting student education.

Josh Babst

Member

Josh Babst is a dedicated board member of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, contributing to our mission of supporting student education.

Bob Sudderth

Member

Bob Sudderth is a dedicated board member of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, contributing to our mission of supporting student education.

Madison Newberry

Member

Madison Newberry is a dedicated board member of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation, contributing to our mission of supporting student education.

The Daffodil Scholarship Foundation

Supporting the future of Pierce County's brightest students

Our History

The Daffodil Scholarship Foundation was established to support the educational aspirations of the young women who represent their schools and communities as part of the Daffodil Festival Royal Court.

Each year, we work diligently to provide scholarships that help these exceptional students pursue higher education and achieve their dreams.

Legal Status

The Daffodil Scholarship Foundation is a 501(c)3 approved organization.

Tax ID: 91-1027635

Mailing Address: PO Box 1461, Sumner WA 98390

All donations to the foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.