The Archie Wahlberg Scholarship for Public Service was created in 2018 and was announced, to Archie’s surprise, at that year’s Quincy Democratic City Committee’s (QDCC) Annual Breakfast in front of his many family members and friends.  QDCC Chairperson, Alicia Gardner said that morning, “The Committee is delighted to honor Archie in this way.  No one on our committee is more deserving.  His many, many years of service to this committee and the Quincy community is unmatched, we are honored to dedicate our scholarship in your name.”

Arthur “Archie” Wahlberg dedicated his adult life, through words and deeds, to the principles and beliefs of the Democratic Party. Archie's lifelong dedication to public service and commitment to improving his local and state communities inspired many to follow his lead.  Archie served for many years at the QDCC’s Male Vice Chair, where for many years he proudly made the first phone call to our Dennis F. Ryan, Community Award recipients and could always be found mingling and selling raffle tickets at each Annual Breakfast.  Sadly, Archie passed away earlier this year. The QDCC is committed to continuing the legacy that Archie set for all of us through this scholarship. 

The scholarship is funded by donations raised by the Quincy Democratic City Committee and is given annually to two graduating seniors, one from North Quincy High School and one from Quincy High School, who demonstrate a commitment to public service and plan to continue this commitment after graduation.

Details:

• Amount awarded for two scholarships of $1,000 each.

• Scholarships will be awarded annually to qualified applicants from North Quincy High School and Quincy High School.

• Scholarship(s) shall be awarded to qualified high school seniors who demonstrate a commitment to and plans for future public service and civic engagement, as explained in two brief essays written by the applicant.  Additional evaluation criteria will include, scholarly ability, civic engagement/service, need and extracurricular activities.  

• The due date for completed applications; including letters of recommendations, essays and official transcript has been extended to Saturday, May 1st. 

*In compliance with Massachusetts campaign laws, immediate family members of a Quincy Democratic City Committee or Quincy Democratic Ward Committee member are ineligible for this award.

Students can pick up applications in their Guidance Office or by going to: https://www.quincydems.com/new-page-2...