MARGARET G. BAKER Second chance award
the margaret g. baker SECOND CHANCE award provides scholarships to women to assist with higher education and professional development expenses. the program's mission is to help women whose education has been delayed or interrupted. recipients must have a defined career goal. awards range up to $2,500.
Margaret G. Baker Second Chance Award Scholarship applications are accepted from January 1st to March 1st. The selection of awardees is based on completion of the application based on criteria outlined below, the merit of need, and availability of funds.
Individual scholarship awards range from $500 up to $2500. Scholarships can be used for books, tuition, certification programs, leadership development programs (i.e. Leadership Rockdale, Leadership DeKalb, Leadership Atlanta, etc)
Eligibility:
All women over the age of 21 are eligible to apply for this scholarship based on the criteria listed below:
1. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited degree or certificate program.
2. The application must be completed in its entirety. To include the following:
a. All questions and goal statements must be completed.
b. Two (2) recommendations must be provided in sealed envelopes or via direct email to coaching@mskfoundation.org.
c. A curriculum vitae or resume.
d. An official transcript or college/university acceptance letter.
e. A brief description of how the award will be used to support your educational and professional goals.
3. The completed application must be received within the enrollment period.
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RAVEN C. JOHNSON MEMORIAL PERSEVERENCE SCHOLARSHIP
THE RAVEN C. JOHNSON MEMORIAL PERSEVERANCE SCHOLARSHIP IS ESTABLISHED IN MEMORY AND HOMAGE TO THE LEGACY AND IN THE SPIRIT OF RAVEN’S PASSION FOR LEARNING.
The scholarship is awarded annually to young women who demonstrate perseverance in pursuit of higher education. Applicants must be female students enrolled in undergraduate programs at accredited four-year institutions in the U.S. Applications are accepted from January 1st to March 1st.
The criteria and administration of the program is documented as follows:
1. A female student who resides in an urban area or inner-city of the United States.
2. A high school senior or undergraduate ages 17-26.
3. A minimum of 2.5 GPA.
4. Must be enrolled or accepted to a four-year accredited college or university in the US.
5. Must be a full-time student taking 12 credit hours or more per semester.
6. Must have a confirmable narrative exemplifying perseverance in her journey.
7. Must submit two (2) verifiable references from a teacher, counselor, mentor (including religious leaders), or employer; no relatives may serve as a reference.
Raven's Project will award two (2) $2000 scholarships during the 2017 selection process.
All communication will be via email. Please check your email regularly for notices and updates. Forward any questions you may have to rcjpscholarship@gmail.com.
Essay Submission: Please email your essay in a Word Document to rcjpscholarship@gmail.com or mail a typed, double –spaced copy to Raven's Project, 863 Flat Shoals, #101, Conyers, GA 30094.
Essay topic is: My Personal Narrative on How I Persevered in My Pursuit of Higher Education (500 words or less).
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Norma Hunte Memorial Scholarship
The norma hunte Memorial Scholarship has been established in her honor to assist women demonstrating the same commitment to public service; core value of volunteerism; and uplifting women of color.
Norma Hunte Memorial Scholarship applications are accepted from January 1st to March 1st. Norma Hunte was born on the island of Barbados, West Indies. She migrated to the United States and settled in Brooklyn, New York. There she birthed many things - a steadfast faith, motherhood, and a career in Health and Human Services. A dedicated public servant for thirty years, Norma last served New York City residents as a Principal Administrator. More than a public servant, she was a servant leader. She would consistently be found lending a helping hand, from visiting those hospitalized to ensuring that the elderly had smiles during the holidays.
To honor her memory, there are two scholarships named after Norma Hunte. One is with her alma mata, City College of New York and another with My Sister’s Keeper Foundation for Women. Both carry on her legacy of public service; core value of volunteerism; and uplifting women of color.
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Angelina Jenkins Memorial Scholarship
The Angelina Jenkins Memorial Scholarship has been established in her honor to assist women demonstrating the same commitment to self-betterment and are pursuing careers in the mental health field.
Angelina Jenkins Memorial Scholarship applications are accepted from January 1st to March 1st. Angelina Jenkins (known to all as Angie) was a graduate of the 2010 MSK Leadership and Life Coaching Focus Group. Angie was dedicated to higher education and continual self-growth. As a result, she rightfully earned the "Going the Distance" award for her MSK graduating class. Angie also completed her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors while maintaining multiple roles of devoted wife, loving mother to two young daughters, successful entrepreneur as well as being a faithful and active member of her local church.
Eligibility requirements:
1. Submit proof of acceptance and enrollment in an accredited college or university.
2. Must be a female student with a major or minor in a mental health degree or certificate program.
3. Two letters of recommendation submitted directly to MSK via email scholarships@mskfoundation.org.
4. Compose a short essay on why you chose to enter the mental health profession and also describe your personal commitment to self-growth.