Beckley Area Foundation: Second Chance Scholarship Grant

The Beckley Area Foundation's Second Chance Scholarship provides financial support to women in Raleigh County, West Virginia, attending New River Community and Technical College. This merit- and need-based scholarship aims to assist adult students seeking to further their education and enhance career opportunities. While it is not renewable, the scholarship represents a commitment to empowering individuals through education and helping them achieve their professional goals in a supportive community environment.

The Beckley Area Foundation (BAF) is a community foundation dedicated to inspiring and facilitating charitable giving that advances and strengthens communities across southern West Virginia. Founded in 1985, the Foundation connects donors, nonprofits, and community partners to support local needs through grants, scholarships, and philanthropic initiatives. Its funding priorities include education and scholarships, health and human services, public recreation, the arts, environmental initiatives, animal welfare, and community improvement projects that address local needs and promote sustainable community development.
The Second Chance Scholarship provides merit- and need-based financial assistance to women residing in Raleigh County, West Virginia, who are attending New River Community and Technical College. The scholarship supports students pursuing higher education to prepare for employment or advancement in their current careers. The award is intended to help adult or returning students continue their education and improve their professional opportunities, though it is not renewable.