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Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award (YWLA)

Zonta Club of Denver Foundation Inc

Funding Amount

$1,000

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
March 20, 2027
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

From the program guidelines: “Application Deadline: 10:00 PM, Friday (typically March 20 of each year)”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

  • Students studying in a Zonta district/region

Other requirements

  • Must be 16-19 years old on April 1st of the award year
  • Must be studying at a secondary school, college, or university in a Zonta district/region

Overview

Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award

The Zonta Club of Denver awards this scholarship to recognize young women leaders in their school and community.

Award Amount: $1,000 from Zonta Club of Denver. Winners can also be considered for additional $5,000 at district/international level (announced July 1).

Geographic Scope: Open to students studying in a Zonta district/region. Zonta Club of Denver is in District 12, comprising 19 clubs in Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, and South Dakota.

Eligibility:

  • Must be 16-19 years old on April 1st of the award year
  • Must be studying at a secondary school, college, or university in a Zonta district/region

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Active commitment to volunteerism
  • Support of Zonta International's mission to empower women worldwide through service and advocacy
  • Experience in local government, student government, or workplace leadership (paid or unpaid)
  • Volunteer leadership achievements
  • Knowledge of Zonta International and its programs

How to Apply

Application Process

Required Materials:

  1. Candidate's contact information
  2. Two Letters of Recommendation
  3. Contact information for your two Recommenders
  4. Complete the official YWLA Application
  5. Verification of Current Enrollment (page 7 of application) - must be completed by your school

Submission: Submit via the official YWLA application form.

Application Deadline: 10:00 PM, Friday (typically March 20 of each year)

Club Winner Selection: By April 1st

District/International Winner Announcement: July 1st

What Zonta Club of Denver Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
4
Total given
$37K
Median grant
$7,875
Range
$5,250–$16K
  • By dollars: Colorado 57%, Illinois 43%. Top recipient cities: Denver, CO; Oak Brook, IL; Aurora, CO.

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IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Women
  • Youth leadership

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