The Larry Diffley Memorial Aviation Scholarship Fund, a fund in the family of funds at Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is seeking qualified applicants to apply for the 2025-26 scholarship round.
The scholarship was established by the children of Larry Diffley in 2014 to honor his memory and assist aspiring pilots in the local community to advance their flight training at Bemidji Aviation. The scholarship reflects Larry’s passion for quality aviation training and his commitment to supporting those pursuing a career as a professional pilot.
The annual scholarship is dedicated to students who intend to advance their flight training at Bemidji Aviation, have a deep passion for flying, and intend to pursue aviation as a career. Qualified applicants must be at least 17 years old, possess a valid 3rd Class Medical Certificate, have successfully completed the appropriate FAA written examination, and achieved solo flight. Complete eligibility requirements are included with the application materials.
Applications for the scholarship are being accepted now through Jan. 10. Applications are completed online through the NMF website, www.nwmf.org by clicking on the “Grants & Scholarships” tab on the home page, and applying through the Scholarships portal.
For more information about the Larry Diffley Memorial Aviation Scholarship or other scholarship opportunities, contact NMF at 218-759-2057 or email scholarships@nwmf.org.
