Charles Passe Scholarship Fund
for Vocational and Trade School
About the Scholarship
- One scholarship will be awarded each year.
- The scholarship is up to $4000 per year.
- Only for vocational, trade and technology school.
- May be renewed annually (maximum of 4 years)
The Passe Endowment Fund is administered by the Catholic Community Foundation.
Application Information
- To be eligible, must be a parishioner of Christ the King.
- 14 – 30 years of age.
- Meet the requirements of the selected school.
- Include the application packet:
- A letter from the pastor or parish representative
- Two recommendations from past or present employers or teachers
- A 250 word essay.
- Completed Application
- Due to the Parish Office by April 15th. Recipient will be announced in May.
For more information, please call Josie at the Parish Office at (480) 964-1719.
About the Benefactor
Charles I. Passe
Charles Ignatius Passe had two life goals: to succeed in business and to provide scholarships for vocational, trade, and technology students—and he achieved both.
A graduate of St. Felix High School in Wabasha, Minnesota, Charles attended Dunwoody Vo-Tech in Minneapolis. He co-owned FI Products Company, offering decorating and painting services. After a successful career in Minnesota, he retired to Tucson in 1968 and later moved to Mesa, where he crafted novelty wood products sold locally and in California.
In 1994, he established the Charles I. Passe Endowment. After his passing in 2000, his scholarships began helping Christ the King Parish students pursue their dreams.
Christ the King Parish gratefully honors his generosity, thoughtfulness, and spirit of stewardship.