The Paul and Patricia Coates  
Memorial Scholarship


The Paul and Patricia Coates Memorial Scholarship was established in honor and memory of Power Kids Owner, Michael Coates’ parents. The scholarship is funded by Power Kids Summer Enrichment Program. It covers full tuition for five weeks of a Power Kids summer experience (valued at $1,370).

Patricia and Paul married in 1955. Paul was a teacher, and Pat, a nurse. Together, they raised a family of seven children in Medford. They were best known for encouraging people to pursue their dreams and ambitions.  Paul died of a rare disease called progressive supra-nuclear palsy in 2003. Ten years later, Pat died of colon cancer. Power Kids hopes to continue their legacy and help children during camp to mature socially, emotionally, intellectually, morally, and physically to realize their dreams and unlock their true potential.  

Eligibility Requirements
1.   Enrolled in grades K through 5
2.   Resident of Medford, MA
3.   Letter of referral from a non-family member.

Nominated Children must:
Have a letter of referral submitted by a non-family member explaining why they are deserving of a Power Kids Summer Enrichment  experience. The letter should include the nominated child’s name, age, school, parent’s email address and phone #. As well as, the name and contact information of the adult who referred the child.

Complete and submit the above information, postmarked no later than the deadline of MARCH 30 to:

Power Kids
Paul and Patrica Coates Memorial Scholarship
59 Dunster Lane
Winchester, MA 01890

Scholarship will be awarded by April 7, 2025.
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