Ethel Strickarz Memorial Scholarship Grant

Ethel Strickarz Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc.
Last Updated: February 18, 2026

Summary

The Ethel Strickarz Memorial Scholarship aims to address community needs through educational support in special education and related fields. Funded by the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, it encourages students pursuing careers in human services, nursing, psychology, speech pathology, or therapy. This scholarship reflects a commitment to holistic community development by fostering future professionals dedicated to improving lives and addressing urgent societal challenges.

Overview

Addressing Today’s Needs Our overall goal is to address today’s needs through multiple avenues of funding and awareness and to find creative solutions for avoiding future problems. We pride ourselves on being the only foundation in the area that looks at the holistic needs of the community, including education, arts, infrastructure, animals, the environment, and wellness. Ethel Strickarz Memorial Scholarship The recipient must plan to pursue their education in the field of special education, human services, or a related clinical area such as nursing, psychology, speech pathology, or physical/occupational therapy.

Eligibility

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