Funding Amount

US $1,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Cathleen M. Harkness Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc.
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: November 11, 2025

Summary

The Cathleen M. Harkness Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc., is designed for high school seniors and adult learners pursuing careers in special education, occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, or social work. Eligible applicants must reside in Upstate New York or Northern Pennsylvania. This scholarship aims to eliminate financial barriers to education, ensuring that deserving students can access the necessary resources for their academic and professional growth.

Overview

NOTE: In order to apply for the scholarship, you must first submit the "General Scholarship Application". Once submitted, you will be matched to scholarships you are eligible for that require additional information. About Us Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization classified as a publicly supported 501(c) (3) charity under the Internal Revenue Code. We are governed by a community-based, volunteer board of directors and administered by professional staff. We serve the counties of Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben and Yates in the Southern Tier of New York State. Scholarships for High School Students and Adult Learners If you are a high school senior or adult who lives in Upstate New York or Northern Pennsylvania you may be eligible for a scholarship from the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes. Individuals, families and companies have established funds at the foundation for educational scholarships so that deserving neighbors can attend college or acquire job skills. At the Community Foundation, we believe that cost should not be a barrier to continued education. We find that philanthropic funds are most beneficial when used to broaden opportunity and access to post-secondary education and are here to help you navigate the process. Community Foundation Scholarships for STEUBEN COUNTY HIGH School Students Cathleen M. Harkness Memorial Scholarship DESCRIPTION: Awarded to a student studying special education, occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, or social work in college.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Cheung County High School Students

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

educationspecial-education

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