Tonkin Family

The Gilbert Tonkin Memorial Scholarship is funded by the Tonkin Family to honor the memory of Gilbert Tonkin, a beloved father and heavy equipment mechanic from rural California who passed away on October 23, 2024. The scholarship aims to support high school seniors from Humboldt County, California, who are preparing to pursue higher education or trade school after graduation. It reflects Gilbert's belief in self-empowerment and his commitment to helping others achieve their goals, despite facing personal challenges in education and literacy.