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CWC Scholarship Program

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Overview

CWC Scholarship Program

Overview: The Chautauqua Women's Club provides scholarships to support exceptional students in dance, music, piano, theater, voice, and visual arts attending Chautauqua Institution's Schools of Performing and Visual Arts.

Geographic Scope: Chautauqua Institution (New York)

Focus Areas:

  • Dance

  • Music

  • Piano

  • Theater

  • Voice

  • Visual Arts

    • Key Facts:

  • Over 80% of students attending Chautauqua's summer schools receive financial assistance

  • CWC has contributed over $1.9 million in scholarships over the past 43 years

  • 100% of donations go directly to supporting students

    • Eligibility:

  • Students attending Chautauqua Institution's Schools of Performing and Visual Arts

    • Donation Levels:

  • Gifts of any amount are accepted

  • Donations of $1,000 or more allow donors to:

    • - Earmark donations for a specific discipline
    - Honor or memorialize specific individuals
    - Create named scholarships

    Ways to Support:

  • Private donations

  • Valentine Appeal gifts (for members)

  • Join the Scholarship Committee

  • Volunteer at recitals

    • Contact:

  • Email: office@chautauquawomensclub.org

  • Address: 30 South Lake, PO Box R, Chautauqua, NY 14722

  • Phone: 917-836-1750 (Kelly Ann Boyce, President)

    • How to Apply

    How to Support the CWC Scholarship Program

    1. Make a Private Donation
    - Gifts of any size are accepted
    - Donations of $1,000+ may be designated as named scholarships

    2. Support the Valentine Appeal
    - Available to members
    - Designate annual Valentine Appeal gift to CWC Scholarship Fund

    3. Join the Scholarship Committee
    - Play an active role in shaping the program
    - Assist with fundraising efforts
    - Volunteer at student, alumni, faculty, and masterclass recitals

    4. Submit Pledge Form
    - Download pledge form available on website
    - Or donate online

    5. Donation Methods
    - Online donation portal
    - Mail check to: PO Box R, Chautauqua, NY 14722
    - Gift of appreciated stock (see End of Year Giving page)

    Note: This is a scholarship fund for donors to support students, not a direct application process for student applicants.

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