The Woman's Club Scholarship Fund (Mary Munford Scholars)

The Woman's Club Scholarship Fund

Program Name: Mary Munford Scholars

In a tradition inspired more than 100 years ago by founding member and past president Mary Munford, The Woman's Club supports five women each year in the pursuit of a college education. Mary-Cooke Branch Munford was well known in Virginia for advocating for women's education opportunities, and this program honors her legacy.

Award Details

• Amount: $5,000/year for each of five students
• Number of Awards: 5 scholarships annually
• Note: In celebration of 130 years of educating and encouraging women's contributions to the Richmond community (1894-2024), The Woman's Club dramatically increased the scholarship to award $5,000 each to 5 students.

Eligibility

• Target: Future female leaders
• Requirements: Demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, and commitment to serving their community
• Application Open to: Young women and continuing education students alike
• Renewal: Award recipients can reapply, but scholarships do not automatically renew

Application Timeline

• January – March: Applications accepted
• March 5 at 5:00 p.m.: Application deadline
• May: Recipients notified
• October: Winners announced at The Woman's Club, first fall speaker's program

Contact Information

The Woman's Club

• Telephone: 804.643.2847
• Email: [protected]
• Address: 211 East Franklin Street, Richmond, VA 23219

The Community Foundation for a greater Richmond (manages applications)

• Phone: (804) 330.7400
• Email: [protected]

Leadership

• Co-Chairs: Jennifer G. Cornell and Barbara M. Glenn
• President: Melanie White

How to Apply

1. Access Application: The Woman's Club Scholarship Fund is managed by The Community Foundation for a greater Richmond. Applications are available on the Community Foundation website.
2. Submit Application: Complete and submit your application through The Community Foundation's portal.
3. Deadline: Applications must be received by March 5 at 5:00 p.m.

Contact for Questions

• The Community Foundation for a greater Richmond
  • Phone: (804) 330.7400
  • Email: [protected]

Alternatively, questions can be directed to The Woman's Club at [protected] or 804.643.2847