Supporting the Future

Amy Towner was a 1998 graduate of Fox Valley Lutheran.

From little on, Amy wanted to be a teacher. To pursue that goal, she attended Martin Luther College, graduating in 2003 with degrees in elementary education and staff ministry. The summer that she graduated from MLC, she received her first cancer diagnosis.

After healing from surgery, she was hired as a teacher in El Paso, Texas. Unfortunately, her medical problems ended Amy’s career as a teacher, and she returned home to Appleton. During the next twelve years of her life, Amy had seven more bouts of cancer. During all of her illnesses, she was cared for by so many wonderful doctors and nurses. Her last bout of cancer occurred in October of 2015. At that time, she was told that there was nothing more that could be done and that she should return home and put her affairs in order. Amy died on February 7, 2016 secure in the knowledge that she would be with Jesus in heaven. We look forward to a joyful reunion when the Lord calls us home. 

During all of her life, and even in her death, Amy showed her Christian faith by loving and serving both God and other people. 

This scholarship has been established by her parents for a student pursuing a degree in nursing or education. This is a $1,000 scholarship, renewable for 4 years based on GPA. 

Dave and Lynn Buss have been longtime supporters of Fox Valley Lutheran High School and Christian education. They particularly appreciate the Called workers (pastors, teachers, and staff ministers) that share God's grace with His people. They are concerned with the tuition debt incurred by students at MLC, Wisconsin Lutheran College, and Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. With this scholarship, they hope to reduce the tuition burden of future Called workers.

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17

The Glory to God Leadership Scholarship was created in 2021 by a graduate from the class of 2020. Their passion for Christian education, athletics, and leadership was influential in the creation of this scholarship. His desire to assist FVL graduates with the increasing cost of college tuition is evidence of his generous heart. This individual, along with others from the class of 2020, has supported the foundation of this scholarship. 

The Glory to God Leadership Scholarship is annually awarded to a senior athlete who has demonstrated leadership throughout their time at Fox Valley Lutheran High School. Their leadership has been an example in the classroom as well as through cocurricular activities. The individual has given of their time and talents through volunteer hours impacting the school and community. This individual has lived the mission of this scholarship as guided by Colossians 3:17.