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Liz Karnes Memorial Scholarship Award

KICKS FOR A CURE INC

Funding Amount

$1,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

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

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    youth-sportswomen

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