Drew Esquivel Scholarship
The Rotary Club of Healdsburg Sunrise has established a scholarship fund to honor Drew Esquivel, the son of Andy and Susanne Esquivel and brother to Elisabeth and Emma. He graduated from Healdsburg High School in 2013 and was a rising senior at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology when his life was taken by a drunk driver. Drew had big dreams and was actively pursuing them. He was a talented young man with a huge heart and a strong work ethic. The scholarship recognizes leadership, scholarship, athleticism, service and adventure – ideals so evident in Drew’s life. We seek to honor and encourage outstanding HHS graduates to Live Like Drew.
The generosity of our community has made it possible for the 2024 and 2025 Scholars to receive a commitment for four years of support, totaling $10,000 each. We’re also continuing to support many of the 2022 and 2023 Scholars.
2025 Live Like Drew Scholars
Kaeden Anderson will attend Westmont College to study Finance. He’s an Entrepreneur, Devout Christian, Fitch Mountain Footrace Race Director, and Cross Country and Track Captain.
Carter Cyphers will attend McGill University to study Political Science and Economics. He’s a Short-Term Youth Exchange Ambassador, Three-season Athlete, Musician, and Interact Club Co-President.
Alexandria Espinoza will attend UC Berkeley to study in the field of Medicine. She’s a Rotary Youth Leadership Award Representative, Changemaker, Volleyball and Basketball Captain, and ASB President.
Julian Johannsen Giaffre will attend UC Berkeley to study Environmental Law. He’s a School Board Student Trustee, Swim Team Captain, Peace Pole Project Leader, and Founder of Nature Association Club.
Ruby Leffew will attend Virginia Tech to study Food Science. She’s an Entrepreneur, Future Farmer of America Award Winner, Basketball and Tennis Captain, and Interact Club Officer.
Thatcher Little will attend UCLA to study Political Science. He’s a Basketball Captain, Interact Club Co-President, Boys State Delegate, and Founder of the Jewish Heritage Club.
Tehya Mitchell will attend UC Berkeley to study Civil Engineering. She’s a three-time Most-Valued Female Student-Athlete, Golf Instructor and Team Captain, Interact Club Environmental Officer, and Girls State Delegate.
We invite you to support the scholarship fund at events including:
10th Annual Drew Esquivel Scholarship Golf Tournament – Sign Up now for September 13, 2025. Email drewesquivelscholarship@gmail.com for golfer registration and sponsorships.
Healdsburg Turkey Trot – held annually on Thanksgiving Day at 8am. Sunrise Rotary is proud to host this treasured community tradition with founding partner Healdsburg Running Company. Registration will be available in September.
Tax-deductible donations (Tax ID #32-0433206) to this scholarship fund may be sent to:
Sunrise Rotary Club of Healdsburg
Foundation Drew Esquivel Memorial Scholarship Fund
P.O. Box 302
Healdsburg, CA 95448.
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Questions regarding the scholarship or events can be emailed to drewesquivelscholarship@gmail.com
