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Helen B. Miller Horatio Alger Scholarship

“I’m honored that Dennis and Phyllis would create this wonderful scholarship in my name. This scholarship is special to me because it will help young people realize their dreams.”
– Helen B. Miller, (2005)

In 2005, the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation proudly announced the creation of the Helen B. Miller Horatio Alger Scholarship for students attending Montana State University.

Dennis and Phyllis Washington are honored to express their gratitude for Helen’s friendship and loyalty by creating this educational legacy at her alma mater.

This special scholarship is directed toward Montana students with financial need who have demonstrated the ability to overcome adversity in their young lives. Visit Montana State University’s Financial Aid office for more details.

About Helen B. Miller

scholarships-helenHelen B. Miller, B.A. 1940 Business Administration, grew up in Willow Creek, Montana and worked at MSU’s Hamilton Hall, then a women’s dormitory, to pay room, board, and tuition. After college she and her husband ran a dry goods store in Drummond and it was there that she was approached in 1965 by Dennis Washington to work as a bookkeeper for his new construction business.

Helen has been recognized as a Montana businesswoman exemplifying many high ideals of The Washington Companies: absolute integrity, honesty, thoroughness, and an unfailing work ethic. Her ability to see the lighter side of any situation and her cheery humor brightened any room.

Helen passed away September 2011 and the Helen B. Miller Horatio Alger Scholarship is dedicated to her memory.

Native American Graduate Scholarship

The Foundation has created the only Native American Graduate Scholarship at Montana State University and The University of Montana.

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Presidential Leadership Scholarship

Created through the Davidson Honors College at the University of Montana, the scholarship receives funding from various donors.

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Dennis Washington Leadership Graduate Scholarship

Assistance to Horatio Alger Scholar Alumni who show leadership, integrity, entrepreneurial skills, and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.

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Horatio Alger Scholarship

Help for seniors at Montana high schools who want to go to college at a Montana University System institution.

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