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Overview

Julie A. Keil Women in Hydro Scholarship Fund

Organization: Northwest Hydroelectric Association (NWHA) / Hydropower Foundation

Status: Active (annual scholarships began in fall 2017)

Geographic Scope: United States (accredited institutions)

Focus Areas: Education and professional development for women entering the hydropower industry

Fund Purpose

Established in 2015 to honor Julie A. Keil, a long-time colleague and mentor in the hydro-engineering industry. Julie was recognized for her contributions to balancing hydropower community interests with innovative environmental protection and enhancement programs.

    Eligibility

  • Women only enrolled in accredited college, university, or technical school programs
  • Major/Discipline: Must major in a discipline relevant to entering the hydropower industry
  • Selection Criteria: Based on merit and financial need

What They Fund

1. Education Scholarships: For women enrolled in accredited institutions pursuing relevant hydropower industry disciplines 2. Event Attendance Grants: For women planning to enter the hydropower industry to assist with expenses to attend industry events

    Recent Recipients

  • 2025: Doan Tran
  • 2024: Lisa Witkowski
  • 2023: Natalie Coash
  • 2022: Chelsee Brumback
  • 2021: Elise Brown
  • 2020: LaRiyah Burnett

Donations

Tax-deductible donations accepted to support the scholarship fund

Hydropower Foundation Address:
200 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 320
Washington, DC 20001

Make checks payable to: Hydropower Foundation with "Julie Keil Fund" in memo line

How to Apply

Application Process

Step 1: Access the scholarship application through the NWHA website

Step 2: Complete the scholarship application form

Step 3: Submit application materials

Required Materials:

  • Completed application form

  • Evidence of enrollment in accredited college, university, or technical school

  • Documentation of major/discipline relevant to hydropower industry

  • Academic records (merit evaluation)

  • Financial need documentation

  • Personal statement or essay (likely, based on merit and need criteria)
  • Timing: Annual application cycle; applications typically open in fall

    Selection Criteria:

  • Merit (academic performance)

  • Financial need

  • Relevance of discipline to hydropower industry

  • Commitment to entering hydropower industry
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    womenstem-educationworkforce-development

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