SPOONER, WI — Lee Weiss, a volunteer representing both Spooner Health and the Volunteers of Spooner Health, presented two local students with $2,000 scholarships each during a ceremony at Spooner High School on Wednesday, May 13. In addition, two non-traditional scholarships were also awarded this year.
Formerly known as the Auxiliary, the Volunteers of Spooner Health is a nonprofit volunteer organization. This dedicated group makes a significant impact by supporting various projects at the hospital and throughout the community.
Each year, the Volunteers proudly award scholarships to students pursuing careers in health-related fields. Applications are reviewed through a blind process, with applicants’ names removed. Criteria for selection include academic success, involvement in school and community activities, and unpaid volunteer work. The Volunteers contribute $1,000 toward each scholarship, which is matched by Spooner Health, bringing the total to $2,000 per recipient.
This year’s scholarships are presented in memory of Lu McLellan, Inez Shaffer, and Mary Sundeen—longtime active members of the Auxiliary/Volunteers organization. The 2026 recipients of the $2,000 Volunteers of Spooner Health scholarships are:
- In Memory of Lu McLellan: Daniel Rongner
- In Memory of Inez Shaffer: Devin Danielsen
- In Memory of Mary Sundeen: Emily Stariha & Brittany Clark
Congratulations to the scholarship recipients and best wishes as they pursue careers in healthcare. Spooner Health also extends its congratulations to all members of the Class of 2026.
Spooner Health
Spooner Health is a 25-bed critical access hospital with a wide range of services from emergency and inpatient care to outpatient therapy, surgery and diagnostic imaging. Spooner Health is dedicated to providing high quality healthcare with excellent service.
Last Update: May 27, 2026 9:47 am CDT
