Funding Amount

$2,500

Deadline

May 18, 2026

40 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Kathy Anderson Scholarship

Funder: New Hampshire Electric Co-op Foundation

Award Amount: $2,500 annually

Geographic Scope: New Hampshire Electric Co-op service territory

Purpose: Created to help deserving New Hampshire women seeking to better their lives through education. Named for Kathy Anderson, wife of retired NHEC President/CEO Fred Anderson.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a non-traditional female learner

  • Over age 25

  • U.S. citizen

  • Resident of New Hampshire

  • Member of NHEC

  • Pursuing undergraduate degree

  • Working toward health sciences, business management, communications, or related fields
  • Selection Criteria:

  • Exemplifies the legacy of Kathy Anderson

  • Demonstrated motivation and gratitude

  • Strong passion for education and family/personal improvement

  • Community involvement and volunteer service
  • Background: Established in 2011. The Kathy Anderson Scholarship is funded by individual contributions made in Kathy's name to the NHEC Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable fund that has contributed over $3 million to charitable organizations within NHEC service territory since 2006.

    Contact: Visit www.nhec.com/nhec-foundation for application details

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Submit application with required materials
    2. Applications reviewed by Scholarship Awards Committee
    3. Top candidates selected for personal interview
    4. Award recipient announced

      Required Materials

    • Completed application form
    • Evidence of NHEC membership
    • Proof of age (over 25)
    • Proof of U.S. citizenship and NH residency
    • Academic records and coursework information
    • Essay or statement about how the scholarship exemplifies Kathy Anderson's legacy
    • Information on personal motivation for continuing education
    • Community involvement and volunteer service documentation

    Deadline: May 18 (annually)

    Note: Complete details and applications available at www.nhec.com/nhec-foundation

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    womeneducation

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