The Cory O'Brien Memorial Scholarship was established shortly after his death on August 16, 2004. His brother Justin suggested the scholarship as a way to continue Cory's legacy as well as an opportunity for the O'Brien family to give back to the community for the support they received after the loss of Cory.

The purpose of the scholarship is provide college funding for students on the Sammamish Plateau who share a passion for learning and recognize the true wealth that can be obtained by living life to it's fullest.

In providing these scholarships to the community we hope to provide not only a gift to future generations but also a lasting remembrance of how each day should be valued and don't put off "living" until another day.