The Janet and Jim Boettcher Memorial Scholarship honors the remarkable legacy of two lifelong public servants, Janet and Jim Boettcher, who dedicated over 30 years to their community of Becker, Minnesota. Janet served as the City Clerk and managed the Becker Food Shelf, while Jim contributed through his work in City Water and Maintenance and as a volunteer firefighter and Becker Fire Department Chief.
This scholarship aims to inspire and support Minnesota high school students who aspire to serve their communities through civil service careers. Whether in government administration, firefighting, emergency medical services, law enforcement, or other public service professions, the scholarship recognizes students with a passion for making a meaningful societal impact.