Scholarships

The West Falmouth Library awards a scholarship to high school seniors every year through the Arthur F. Hennessey Jr. Memorial Fund. Applications are reviewed by a selection committee.

Applications are due Monday, April 11, 2026 and can be found online below.

For a list of past library scholarship recipients, visit this page.

The Arthur F. Hennessey, Jr. Scholarship

This scholarship honors the memory of Arthur F. Hennessey, Jr. who gave his life in Vietnam on April 19, 1965. Born in West Falmouth, he treasured the sense of community and goodwill he found here. In tribute, this $3,000 scholarship is awarded to a West Falmouth resident or someone with strong ties to the who meets the following criteria:

• High School Senior
• Resides in West Falmouth or can demonstrate strong ties to the community of West Falmouth
• Demonstrates academic excellence, participation in school and community activities, and financial need

We welcome gifts made to the Arthur F. Hennessey Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund. Please make your check payable to:

West Falmouth Library
with a note indicating it is for the Hennessey Scholarship Fund

Hennessey Scholarship Application Checklist

◯ 2026 scholarship application (submitted online)
◯ Resume including awards, work experience, and extracurricular activities
◯ High school transcript including standardized test scores
◯ Two recommendations: One from your guidance counselor and the second from a person of your choice i.e. teacher, coach, or employer. Recommendations with a conflict of interest will not be accepted, such as a reference from anyone who is on the Board of West Falmouth Library, works at the West Falmouth Library or who is directly involved in the scholarship process. All recommendations must be submitted by Saturday, April 11, 2026.

Hennessey Scholarship Deadline

The 2026 scholarship application, resume, high school transcript and two recommendations must be received by Saturday, April 11, 2026. Late submissions or incomplete applications will not be considered.