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Lynne Sullivan Scholar-Athlete Award

VERMONT ALPINE RACING ASSOCIATION INC

Foundation Annual Grants for Youth Sports

Funding Amount

$1,500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Lynne Sullivan Scholar-Athlete Award

Award Amount: $1,500 (single annual award)

Age Group: HS Jr/Sr (U18 and older)

Geographic Scope: Vermont

Purpose: Formulated in 2024 by the family of Lynne Sullivan, this award is granted to VARA member athletes U18 and older who are committed to both academics and athletics and plan to compete and study passionately beyond high school.

Selection Criteria:

  • Must be a FIS level skier (Junior or Senior in HS)

  • Highly regarded by coaches, teachers, and peers

  • Plans to pursue ski racing after high school

  • High academic achievement, based on submitted GPA and teacher recommendation (understanding that not all schools have GPAs)

  • Exemplary work ethic on the hill and in the classroom

  • Infectious love for the sport of ski racing
  • Eligibility:

  • Current VARA member athletes

  • Must have been a member of VARA for at least two seasons

  • U18 and older

  • High School Junior or Senior

  • FIS level skier
  • How to Nominate:

  • Nominations completed by coach or program director on Google Form
  • Contact:

  • Vermont Alpine Racing Association

  • Box 774 | Woodstock, VT 05091

  • PH: 802-236-4695

  • Email: [email protected]
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Who Can Nominate: Coach or program director
    2. Submission Method: Google Form
    3. Required Materials:
    - GPA documentation
    - Teacher recommendation
    - Evidence of FIS level skiing
    4. Eligibility Requirements:
    - Current VARA member
    - At least two seasons of VARA membership
    - HS Junior or Senior (U18+)
    - FIS level competitor
    - Strong academic performance
    - Plans to pursue ski racing after high school

    Note: No specific deadline date provided on website. Contact VARA directly for submission deadline.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    youth-sports

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