Zonta International Club of Schenectady offers scholarship opportunities

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.

    • 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.

    • 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.