Voice of Democracy
February 10, 2008
- Contact
- Kris Harmer
- Address
- 406 W 34 St
- Kansas City, MO 64111
- Phone
- 816-968-1117
- Fax
- 816-968-1149
- Email Address
- Application Deadline
- Varies
- Number Of Awards
- See Description
- Maximum Amount
- $30,000
- Website Address
- Scholarship Description
- The VFW’s “Voice of Democracy” Scholarship Contest is an annual nationwide audio essay competition designed to give high school students, ages 15 – 18, the opportunity to voice their opinion on their responsibility to our country.
Each student must record their essay on an audio cassette tape or CD (3-5 minutes in length), on an annual patriotic theme. Each Department (state) first place winner receives an all-expense-paid trip to the National Finals held in Washington, D.C. Four fun-filled days of tours, visits to monuments and meeting with heads of state and often the President of the United States. The National Finals judging takes place in Washington, D.C. (just prior to the student’s arrival) when the judges listen to the fifty-four tapes representing the state winners (from each of our fifty states, the District of Columbia, Pacific Areas, Latin America/Caribbean and Europe.) Once all of the finalists’ audio essays have been reviewed, the judges make their final decisions and we announce all of the National college scholarship winners during the trip to Washington, D.C. at a special “Parade of Winners” ceremony on March 6. Under VFW and its Ladies Auxiliary sponsorship, the annual national scholarships have increased to 54 fully funded scholarships totaling $146,000.
The first place winner now receives a $30,000 scholarship and all national finalists receive at least a $1,000 scholarship. The total monetary value of scholarships, bonds, and awards provided by VFW Posts, Auxiliaries, Districts, County Councils, Departments and National amounts to over $2.5 million, and more than 80,000 students participate nationwide.
NLHA Education Fund Scholarship
February 10, 2008
- Contact
- Denise B. Muha
- Address
- 1900 L Street, NW
- Suite 300
- Washington, DC 20036
- Phone
- 202-785-8888
- Fax
- 202-785-2008
- Email Address
- Application Deadline
- February 15, 2008
- Number Of Awards
- See Description
- Maximum Amount
- See Description
- Website Address
- Scholarship Description
- NLHA Education Fund
The NLHA Education Fund was established as a 501(c)(3) organization to raise funds for the purpose of awarding education grants and scholarships to low income individuals residing in federally assisted rental housing. The National Leased Housing Association (NLHA) is nonprofit organization dedicated to the development and preservation of decent and safe affordable rental housing.
Who is Eligible?
Residents of federally assisted low income housing properties or recipients of Section 8 voucher assistance that demonstrate both merit and need.Types of Scholarships
The NLHA Education Fund will offer three types of scholarships in memory of three dedicated housing professional and active NLHA members:
Neil Churchill Memorial Scholarship: A past NLHA President and a true Section 8 advocate, Neil worked at HUD early in his career and went on to become a developer, bond underwriter and FHA specialist. Before his untimely death in 2003, he was a Vice President with GMAC. Neil devoted his entire career to affordable housing. This scholarship is for eligible applicants who are graduating high school seniors or current undergraduates who demonstrate both merit and need.
William F. Gandert Memorial Scholarship: Bill Gandert was instrumental in the creation of numerous public housing authorities in the State of Ohio and served as general counsel for many of them as well as Executive Director of the Mansfield, Crawford, Huron, Marion and Seneca County Metropolitan Housing Authorities. A vocal advocate for the poor, Bill helped found a number of poverty programs in his state and was an active NLHA member, serving as the organization’s 7th President. This scholarship is to benefit an eligible graduating high school senior or returning student who demonstrates both merit and need to pursue educational opportunities in a specific trade.
Mary Lou Manzie Memorial Scholarship: Mary Lou Manzie was a woman who dedicated her career to providing safe, decent and affordable housing. She was always willing to look at new and effortless ways to achieve that goal. A member of the National Leased Housing Association from 1975 until her death in 2006, she served as an Officer and Director of NLHA for many years. This scholarship is to benefit a non-traditional student in an encouraging and non-discriminatory way by providing eligible applicants who demonstrate both merit and need, a chance to pursue higher education or other training that will lead to better employment opportunities.
Scholarship applications are due by February 15.
To download the scholarship applications, please visit:
http://www.hudnlha.com/education_fund/index.asp
Janet Phleger Cancer Foundation Fund
January 3, 2008
Scholarship Name:
Janet Phleger Cancer Foundation Fund
Description:
This scholarship was created by Jennifer Phleger to memorialize her mother who passed away after battling cancer. The Janet Phleger Cancer Foundation Scholarship hopes to benefit other children whose parents and/or guardians have been affected with cancer, as a cancer survivor, those who may have succumbed to cancer, or those who are currently fighting.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Candidate must be a resident of Lucas or Madison counties in
- Candidate must have a parent or legal guardian who has/had a battle with cancer
- Candidate must plan to attend an
Deadline:
May 15
Award Amount:
Varies
Contact person for more information:
Scholarship Administrator
The
614/251-4000 or 866/263-6001 or dhigginb@columbusfoundation.org
Robert L and Pauline H Minton Memorial Scholarship Fund
January 3, 2008
Scholarship Name:
Robert L and Pauline H Minton Memorial Scholarship Fund
Description:
This fund was established by the children of Pauline H. Minton as a way to honor and memorialize their mother and step-father, Robert L. Minton. Robert and Pauline were both single parents working at Battelle when they met, fell in love, and later married. Both worked at Battelle for over 30 years and were married for almost 25 years.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Children (or legal dependents) of full-time Battelle Memorial Institute staff who are single-parents.
- Part-time or Full-time study
Deadline:
Award Amount:
$1,000
Contact person for more information:
Scholarship Administrator
The
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614/251-4000 or 866/263-6001
Eleanor G. Collins Memorial Scolarship Fund
January 3, 2008
Scholarship Name:
Eleanor G. Collins Memorial Scolarship Fund
Description:
Mr. Howard E. Collins established this scholarship in memory of his wife, Eleanor Griffin Collins. Mrs. Collins was active for many years at
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicant must be a member of
- Applicant must plan to pursue post-secondary education with a focus on Liberal Arts, Business, or Science
Deadline:
Contact the church for deadline information
Award Amount:
$1,000
Contact person for more information:
Pickaway County Farm Bureau Foundation Fund of the Pickaway County Community Foundation
January 3, 2008
Scholarship Name:
Pickaway County Farm Bureau Foundation Fund of the Pickaway County Community Foundation
Description:
To provide scholarship assistance to graduates of
Eligibility Requirements:
- Candidate must attend, or have attended, a
- Candidate must be a member, or family member, of the Pickaway County Farm Bureau
- Candidate must have a 2.25 or better Grade Point Average
- Candidate must plan to major in an Agricultural field
Deadline:
Award Amount:
$500
Contact person for more information:
The Pickaway County Farm Bureau
24633 US RT 23
Circleville
Dorothy D. Scrivener Memorial-Central Ohio Chapter of Pi Lambda Theta Fund
January 3, 2008
Scholarship Name:
Dorothy D. Scrivener Memorial-Central
Description:
This scholarship was established through the bequest of Dorothy D. Scrivener, long time active member and enthusiastic supporter of Pi Lamba Theta.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a current member of Pi Lambda Theta
- Must be attending, or will atend, an accredited college or university as a full-time or part-time student
- Must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
Deadline:
Award Amount:
$1,000
William and Eleanor Cleveland Scholarship Fund
January 3, 2008
Scholarship Name:
William and Eleanor Cleveland Scholarship Fund
Description:
To provide scholarship assistance to dependent children of active duty or retired Columbus Division of Fire firefighters. Preference will be given to dependent children of firefighters killed in the line of duty.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Candidates must attend, or plan to attend, on a full-time basis.
- Candidates must be a dependent child of an active duty or retired Columbus Division of Fire Firefighter. Preference will be given to dependent children of firefighters killed in the line of duty.
Deadline:
April 1
Award Amount:
Varies
Contact person for more information:
Scholarship Administrator
The
614/251-4000
Jeff Beal Memorial Friendship Scholarship Fund
January 3, 2008
Scholarship Name:
Jeff Beal Memorial Friendship Scholarship Fund
Description:
This scholarship is inspired by a man that was a true friend to a great many people. Therefore, it is fitting to talk a little bit about what kind of man he was and what kind of person the award is intended for. He had a special way of caring for others, listening, and giving advice when it was needed, often with a sense of humor. He made you laugh and realize he was right all at the same time. He celebrated with you in good times, and cried with you in the bad. He was always there if you needed a hand with whatever mundane or major task life handed you. If he had it to give and you needed it, it was yours. One of his greatest qualities was that he wished for his friends’ dreams to come true as much if not more than he wished for his own. His friends consider him a champion in the friendship arena! If you have a friend you hope can fulfill their dreams, that has some or all of these qualities, and has a clear need and a clear desire to continue their education, we ask that you submit an application for reward on their behalf.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicant must be nominated by a friend
- Applicant must enroll at any public or nonprofit independent college or university in the State of
- Graduating seniors of
Deadline:
April 1
Award Amount:
Varies
Contact person for more information:
Application packages are available through the guidance office of
Columbus Board of Realtors Fund
January 2, 2008
Scholarship Name:
Description:
The Columbus Board of REALTORS® Foundation Fund seeks to provide general scholarship assistance to applicants pursuing a degree within the field of real estate or other related fields.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicant must attend, or plan to attend, a central
- Applicant must be pursuing a degree within the field of real estate or other related field
Deadline:
Contact The Columbus Board of REALTORS® for current year deadline date
Award Amount:
Varies
Contact person for more information:
The
2700 Airport Drive
Columbus, OH 43219
614/475-4000
www.columbusrealtors.com
