Scholarships
The scholarship program is a major part of the Fresno
Women’s Network purpose to promote the professional and personal development
of both men and women in the community. Each year, the Network awards
scholarships to individuals throughout the Central Valley whose stated
goals, career objectives, scholastic merit and community involvement
represent the mission of our organization. The Fresno Women's Network
Scholarship Program is funded by events held throughout the year, including
the Net At Night trade show and monthly luncheon raffle ticket sales (you
can now buy them online with your luncheon reservation).
Businesses and individuals who are not members of the Network can also
support the development of these exceptional individuals by contacting the
Scholarship Committee Chair or the Network office regarding donations.
If you know of someone who may be eligible for this program, please have
them contact the Network office.
Application Process
- The Scholarship Committee will review all applications postmarked on or before March 31, 2009.
- Applicants must submit a completed Fresno Women's Network Scholarship Application, a copy of school transcripts, proof of current enrollment at an accredited educational institution, and three letters of recommendation.
- Incomplete applications packets will not be considered.
- Finalists will be interviewed. One or more scholarships may be recommended to the Board of Directors of the Fresno Women’s Network. The committee and the Board reserve the right not to award any scholarship, if appropriate, and carry forward the funds to be awarded in the future.
- The 2009 scholarships will be presented at the July Fresno Women’s Network luncheon.
- All applicant files and committee recommendations will be maintained by the Fresno Women’s Network office for a minimum of two years.
- To apply for a Fresno Women's Network Scholarship, please download the application or contact the Network office for an application packet.
Qualifications
- The applicant must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- The applicant must have completed a minimum of 12 units, must be currently enrolled in an accredited educational institution at the time the award is solicited and must be continuing her education in the Fall of 2009.
- A minimum of a 3.0 GPA is required.
- The criteria for scholarship selection will be based on varying degrees of the following: financial needs, academics, community involvement with stated goals and career objectives. The amount of the scholarships will vary based upon the stated criteria.