TCT Scholarships
Empowering Future Leaders in Since 1926
Since 1926, Transportation Club of Tacoma has supported the Tacoma and PNW transportation community, emphasizing education and service. Our Matt Moskal, Stan Levy, and Anita Lydiard Scholarship Program honors those who exemplify academic excellence, strong character, and community commitment.
Each year, TCT awards multiple scholarships to members and their families, totaling an average of $15,000 or more.
Application Deadline: March 31, Current year (must be postmarked & completed by this date).
Supporting Future Leaders
Helping students grow through education and community values.
Photo taken by and courtesy of Stephanie Ticknor - 10 June 2024 Monthly Luncheon sharing recognition with 2024 Transportation Club of Tacoma President Janice Wasson. Pictured Left to Right (Janice Wasson, Claudia Massey, Nathaniel Wasson, Jace Down, Julia Sorenson, Jacob Wasson)
Eligibility Requirements
Must be a current TCT member or a relative of a member (as of January 1, Previous Year).
Must be sponsored by a current member who:
- Has participated in at least two (2) TCT events in Previous Year (golf tournaments, fundraisers, luncheons, etc.).
- Has been a member in good standing for one (1) year and attended at least two luncheons in previous year.
Student Requirements:
- Must enroll in an accredited college/university in Fall of Current Year.
- Minimum GPA 2.5 with a current transcript.
- Two Letters of Recommendation (one from a teacher, professor, school administrator, coach, or employer dated April 1, Previous Year – March 31, Current Year).
Upload Requirements - Naming Structure:
- Transcripts:
lastname-firstname-Transcript-schoolname.pdf (or png, jpg) - Letters of Recommendation:
lastname-firstname-LOR-01.pdf (or doc, docx) - Essay:
lastname-firstname-Essay.pdf (or doc or docx)
2026 Recipients
Barragan, David
Fullerton, Brenna Julane
Fullerton, Mikaela
Fulwiler, William
Hochstrasser, Michael
Lovely, Jace Charles
Mann, Cali
Mann, Grace
Mann, Jeremy Dylan
Munoz, Kailub Ruth
Munoz, Keegan Bruce
Pecheos, Riley Denise
Santiago, Maren Elise
Wasson, Jacob Jerome
Wasson, Nathaniel
Zusy, Xander James
Application Closed for 2026
For questions, please contact Jay Schwartz at jay@savantbusiness.com
About Matt Moskal, Stan Levy & Anita Lydiard
Matt Moskal
Matt Moskal, originally from Chicago, was a long-time instructor at Green River Community College (GRCC) in Auburn and McCord AFB. Matt was instrumental in developing and teaching GRCC’s Traffic and Transportation Program. He worked in the transportation industry for many years and was a mentor to many local professionals who began their transportation careers in his classrooms. He also served on transportation related boards, and was a well respected consultant.
Stan Levy
Stan Levy was active in the Club for over 50 years and served as Secretary-Treasurer under President Bill Rutherford. In November of 2001, he was awarded TCT’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Always involved in his community, Stan volunteered for the Elk’s Christmas Toys for Children, at Tacoma’s Temple Bethel, Little League, and Boy Scouts’ Order of the Arrow. His long career was spent at Pacific Highway Transport, Portland Seattle Freight Lines (ABF), Southwest Delivery, Silver Eagle, Brader (Easley Hauling), and Okanogan-Seattle Transport.
Anita Lydiard
Anita Lydiard served as TCT President January-July 2008. For many years, she produced the membership Directory and was active on the Scholarship committee. A caring individual who brought her positive attitude and strong leadership skills to the Board of Directors, Anita worked tirelessly to help grow and improve the club and its events. Involved in many charities, including American Cancer Society’s “Team Lydiard”, she stood ready to lend a hand right up until she passed away in December 2010. In honor of her life and spirit within our club, Anita Lydiard’s name was added starting with the 2012 TCT Scholarship program.
Messages of Appreciation
Please click the links below to review messages of appreciation from our 2026 Scholarship Recipients!