Liz Karnes Memorial Scholarship Award

Liz Karnes Memorial Scholarship Award

Funder: Kicks for a Cure Inc (Omaha, NE)

Overview: This scholarship honors the late Liz Karnes by recognizing female student-athletes who embrace life with the same spirit Liz displayed. The award began in 2008 with an initial endowed scholarship fund established at Creighton University Women's Soccer, with a matching award also presented to a University of Nebraska-Omaha (UNO) Women's Soccer player.

Award Details

• Award Amount: $1,000 per recipient
• Number of Awards: Two awards annually (one from Creighton University, one from University of Nebraska-Omaha)
• Award Presentation: Presented annually at the Kicks for a Cure Kick-OFF Party by each university's Women's Soccer Head Coach

Eligibility Criteria

Award is given to a player who exemplifies:

Passion for athletics

High moral standards

Impressive leadership skills

Ability to work through adversity in all aspects of life

Geographic Scope

• Creighton University (Omaha, NE area)
• University of Nebraska-Omaha (UNO)

Background

Liz Karnes was a special person whose unique characteristics and impact on those around her inspired this ongoing recognition. The scholarship celebrates her legacy through supporting outstanding female student-athletes in women's soccer.

Contact Information

Kicks for a Cure, Inc.
PO Box 241603
Omaha, NE 68124
Email: melissa@kicksforacure.org