Scholarships available – Feb. 1 application date
The Iowa General Federation of Women’s Clubs, GFWC/Iowa, is the proud sponsor of a scholarship program that is unique to the state of Iowa. Each year, thousands of dollars are given to graduating high school seniors who will attend post-secondary schools. Scholarship awards will be based on achievement, volunteerism, and in some cases, field of study. Unless specified, both male and female students are eligible. Scholarships range in value from $500 to $1000. Most of the scholarships are given with the expectation that the student will be attending a community college, vocational tech school or four- year college located in Iowa.
Additional designated scholarships will be awarded for those studying music and law. GFWC club members are also eligible to apply for a $500 Club Women Scholarship to be used toward college and grad classes, in-service education, or professional licensure.
Please request a packet as soon as possible as letters of reference will need to be enclosed with the application packet. Scholarship packets are available at the Solon High School, in the Guidance Counselor’s office, or can be requested from Karen Martinek. Email request to: [email protected]. All applications need to be postmarked on or before February 1st.
GFWC/Iowa Music Campships Available
The GFWC/Iowa, General Federation of Women’s Clubs sponsors several music Campships for interested 8th-12th grade music students. Applicants must have completed 7th grade before attending the camp. These awards can be applied toward tuition and room and board, or individual music lessons at a summer music camp within Iowa. Campships are awarded in the amount of the cost of the camp, up to $400. Applicants are responsible for the balance of their costs.
Applications can be obtained at the Solon High School Guidance Counselor’s Office, or from your music teacher. Applications can also be secured by sending an email to: Karen Martinek, [email protected]. Applications need to be picked up at school and will require accompanying letters of recommendation. Completed applications must be postmarked by February 1, 2023.
Campships are awarded through a generous gift to GFWC/Iowa by the E. Lucille Miller estate, as well as yearly contributions from local GFWC/Iowa clubs.
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs is an international organization that is dedicated to strengthening communities and enhancing the lives of others through community service. The GFWC/Iowa Solon Women’s Club is a member of this international organization and is the local sponsor of the music Campships.
About the GFWC/Iowa, Solon Women’s Club
Club meetings are held the second Thursday of each month Sept. through May at 6:30 p.m. Each meeting includes learning opportunities on topics such as health, gardening, sustainability, community resources, government, and more followed by a Club business meeting.
The Club welcomes new members who wish to meet others or engage in bettering the community.
For more information contact Club President Eileen Hageman at [email protected].