Aspinall Foundation Scholarship

The Wayne N. and Julia E. Aspinall Foundation, Inc. was formed in 1968. Its purpose is to honor the late Congressman by encouraging the fine traditions of public service and education to which he was dedicated. That goal is being accomplished by providing meaningful educational opportunities to students and to the general public at Colorado Mesa University. The Aspinall Foundation has been funded entirely by voluntary contributions, primarily from Grand Junction area citizens. The members of the Board of Directors and Officers serve without compensation. As contributions are received, the educational programs can be increased to benefit the students Colorado Mesa University and the public. To amplify its impact, the Aspinall Foundation announced on April 3, 2024, its merger with the CMU Foundation, effectively doubling the scholarship endowment dedicated to students in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences.