Assistance League Sierra Foothills awarded a total of $24,000 in Advantage and Community Service scholarships this year to seven exemplary El Dorado County high school seniors.

The chapter’s Advantage Scholarships are awarded to students who have overcome significant challenges and plan to continue their education. Recognized for their efforts to rise above difficult obstacles and receiving $4,000 scholarships were Faith Johnson of Union Mine High School and Olivia Beckett and Maxine Kim, both of El Dorado High School.

Community Service Scholarships are awarded to students who have demonstrated exemplary volunteer service. Recognized for their dedication to serving their communities and receiving $3,000 scholarships were Aubrey Foust of American River Charter School, Ava Galli of South Tahoe High School and Aislynne Hartman and Taylyn Young, both of Oak Ridge High School.

At the chapter’s end-of-year luncheon members celebrated and met the outstanding students who received scholarships this year.