Jake P. Mocko Memorial Scholarship of the Madison Area YMCA Fund

The Jake P. Mocko Memorial Scholarship is proudly offered by the Madison Area YMCA, made possible through the generosity of charitable donors.

The Madison Area YMCA is dedicated to ensuring the Jake P. Mocko Memorial Scholarship endures for years to come—and your generous donation plays a vital role in making that possible. Your support honors Jake’s legacy and helps empower Madison High School graduates who, like Jake, have faced life’s challenges with strength, perseverance, and unwavering character. Your donation makes a meaningful impact, ensuring that Jake’s resilience, kindness, and inspiring spirit continue to uplift others for years to come. 

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP

This award honors the legacy of Jake Peter Mocko, a Madison High School Class of 2022 alumnus and a dedicated Madison Area YMCA Member Services Representative. During his junior year, Jake was diagnosed with Grade IV Astrocytoma, a rare and aggressive cancer affecting the central nervous system. Despite undergoing extensive treatments, participating in clinical trials, and engaging in physical therapy, he remained committed to his studies and his work at the Madison Area YMCA.

Through unimaginable challenges, Jake exemplified courage, grace, and unwavering character—qualities that continue to inspire all who knew him. Though Jake’s battle with cancer ended far too soon, his strength and spirit live on in the lives he touched. This scholarship is a tribute to his resilience, awarded to graduates who have faced significant life challenges and responded with the same strength, perseverance, and character that defined Jake’s journey.