The Zonta International Club of Schenectady is offering two separate scholarship awards. Both have a deadline of March 1, 2025.
Young Women in Public Affairs Award
$500 is awarded locally. The winner’s application is forwarded to the District Competition that awards $1,000 and $4,000 prizes.
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- For high school senior female students only.
- Show evidence of: active commitment to volunteerism, experience in local or student government, volunteer leadership achievements, international awareness, and dedication to advancing the status of women.
- See Mr. Bianchi for the application.
- Applications must be submitted electronically: Zonta.schdy.education@gmail.com
Jean M. Coon Humanitarian Award
$500 is awarded locally to first place and runner up. The winner moves on to the District Level and possible additional money.
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- For high school senior female students only.
- Academic achievement is not a factor.
- Based on demonstrated humanitarianism in word and deed as reflected by actual commitment of time and effort to community service.
- See Mr. Bianchi for the application.