FFW Educational Grants - $2,500 Scholarship Grants
Funding Amount
$2,500
Deadline
March 1, 2027
327 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
FFW Educational Grants - $2,500 Scholarship Grants
Funder: Fund for Women of the Southern Tier, Inc. (FFW)
Mission: Help girls and women achieve economic self-sufficiency and realize life goals through grants in education, health, wellness, career and life skills.
Geographic Scope: Southern Tier counties of Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates in New York State
Award Amount: $2,500 per grant
Focus Areas: Educational pursuits for girls and women interested in continuing their education beyond high school
Eligibility
Primary Criteria: Girls and women facing significant challenges in reaching their educational goals
Preference Given To:
Contact Information
- Address: Fund For Women of the Southern Tier, Inc., P.O. Box 777, Corning, NY 14830
- Phone: (607) 542-7558
- Email: info@ffwst.org
- Website: ffwst.org
Organization Background
Established in 2009, FFW is the first funding stream dedicated solely to helping improve the lives of girls and women residing in the Southern Tier counties. It is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization with an endowment designed to provide sustainable, dependable funding for years to come.
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Access the Application: Digital application available on the Community Foundation's website - scroll down to the Fund for Women Grants section
2. Complete the Application: Submit all required information through the digital portal
3. Review Timeline: Applications undergo rigorous evaluation by a committee of dedicated women volunteers in conjunction with the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc.
4. Award Announcement: Grants are announced and awarded in the May/June timeframe following the application deadline
Key Details
- Deadline: March 1 (annual)
- Application Format: Digital submission through Community Foundation website
- Evaluation Process: Committee review with recommendations to FFW Board for fund dispersal
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