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How to Apply
Applications available at the Kalamazoo Community Foundation, on this Web site, or at local college/university financial aid offices.
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Scholarship Information
The Women’s Education Coalition grant program is a cooperative venture of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; Kalamazoo Network and the YWCA of Kalamazoo. Its purpose is to provide renewable grant assistance to women who are currently underemployed or unemployed and are in need of education to become financially self-sufficient.
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Eligibility Criteria
Women residing in Kalamazoo, Barry, Calhoun, Allegan, St. Joseph or Van Buren Counties; adult female with significant break in formal education; pursuing education full or part time to enhance employability; financial need. Preference given to women with children. Applicants must demonstrate how post-high school education will help them reach their goals of increased financial independence. They may enroll in any educational curriculum or program or professional development opportunity which will lead to employment or improved employment. They must have been admitted to the institution of their choice.
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Application Requirements
The following must be submitted to the Kalamazoo Community Foundation:
One copy of completed Women’s Education Coalition Grant application.
A carefully prepared statement of goals and ambitions (not to exceed three pages).
Two letters of recommendation from adults other than family members.
An official copy of college transcript(s) if courses have been completed within the past five years.
The following must be sent to the college(s) of your choice by March 15:
The Financial Information Summary Form.
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Award
$250 to $4,000
Renewable
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Deadline
May 15 |
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