Worden-Shaw Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Prevention Scholarship

The Worden-Shaw Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention Scholarship was one of the original scholarships awarded by the Tomorrow River Scholarship Foundation.

Established in 1995 by the Worden and Shaw families, the scholarship is in memory of James M. Worden, a 1976 graduate of Amherst High School. A recipient of this award must meet certain criteria, including but not limited to having lived a drug-free lifestyle, and desire to pursue higher education leading to a career as a helping professional. Those who receive this scholarship must be intent on using their unique talents to prevent and educate others about alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and assist others in leading productive lives.

The scholarship has been generously funded by family members, friends, and others who may have experienced the pain of dealing with a loved one afflicted by an alcohol or drug-related addiction.