Brian Douglas LaViolette 1977 - 1992 "The more I want to get something done, the less I call it work." How the Journey Began...Brian's Story Through great loss has come inspiration. Through one family's tragedy has come the chance for others to pursue their highest dreams and aspirations. Today, Brian LaViolette's positive outlook and irrepressible spirit live on, embodied in one simple phrase--"The Journey is the Reward." At just 15 years old, Brian LaViolette was wise beyond his years. He loved his family and friends, made time for soccer and golf, and enjoyed playing the trumpet in his high school band. But with the fun came hard work. He excelled in school and set his sights on college. Life's journey, however, doesn't always work out as planned. Brian's life was claimed in a swimming accident. But his hopes for the future continue in the hearts and souls of many others whose educational aspirations are being fulfilled thanks in part to the financial help and encouragement of the foundation that bears Brian's name. Since 1992, the Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation has presented more than 350 scholarships to deserving college-bound students in Northeastern Wisconsin, the United States, and other parts of the world. The Foundation continues Brian's legacy by helping high school seniors financially, and encourages us to appreciate every moment of life's journey. We invite you to explore this Web site to learn more about the Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation and its work in encouraging young people to pursue the values and vocations that promise to make the world a better place to live. By providing yearly scholarships to today's students, our mission is to honor hard work and community service, to offer inspiration, and share the belief that "The Journey is the Reward."