SCHOLARSHIPS
SOUTH VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Due March 1 2025
Eligible applicants: Graduating South Valley High School females continuing their education at a vocational / trade school or certificate program or internship program. Funds for this scholarship were a gift made possible by a generous donation from the Liberty Family, in memory of their beloved Mother and Grandmother, Corinne Liberty, who was a member of Soroptimist International of Ukiah in the 1990's. We are most appreciative of the Liberty Family's generosity.
VOCATIONAL / COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Due March 1 2025
Eligible applicants: Graduating high school seniors continuing their education at a community college or vocational school.
This scholarship is given in memory of two past Soroptimist member, Vivian Martin and Shirley Grover. Vivian was a charter member of Soroptimist International of Ukiah, chartered on June 4, 1949. Her husband was a Captain for the Ukiah Fire Department. Vivian was the first person to chair the Ukiah Valley Christmas Effort.
In 1997 then President Jessica Kimball established a scholarship as her President's Project in memory of Shirley Grover. Shirley became a member of Soroptimist International of Ukiah in 1976. She retired from the City of Ukiah Police Department in 1995 after 37 years of service. Shirley passed away in 2011. Shirley had a heart of gold, dedicating her time and money to many non-profit organizations.
LVN:
Due January 31 2025
Eligible applicants Students who are enrolled in the Ukiah Adult School Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
This scholarship is given in memory of Carrie Minkler. Carrie joined Soroptimist International of Ukiah in 1960. She was a Life Member when she passed away in 1999. Carrie spent time in the Military and then worked for the County of Mendocino Social Services Department
Due March 1 2025
Eligible applicants: Graduating South Valley High School females continuing their education at a vocational / trade school or certificate program or internship program. Funds for this scholarship were a gift made possible by a generous donation from the Liberty Family, in memory of their beloved Mother and Grandmother, Corinne Liberty, who was a member of Soroptimist International of Ukiah in the 1990's. We are most appreciative of the Liberty Family's generosity.
VOCATIONAL / COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Due March 1 2025
Eligible applicants: Graduating high school seniors continuing their education at a community college or vocational school.
This scholarship is given in memory of two past Soroptimist member, Vivian Martin and Shirley Grover. Vivian was a charter member of Soroptimist International of Ukiah, chartered on June 4, 1949. Her husband was a Captain for the Ukiah Fire Department. Vivian was the first person to chair the Ukiah Valley Christmas Effort.
In 1997 then President Jessica Kimball established a scholarship as her President's Project in memory of Shirley Grover. Shirley became a member of Soroptimist International of Ukiah in 1976. She retired from the City of Ukiah Police Department in 1995 after 37 years of service. Shirley passed away in 2011. Shirley had a heart of gold, dedicating her time and money to many non-profit organizations.
LVN:
Due January 31 2025
Eligible applicants Students who are enrolled in the Ukiah Adult School Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
This scholarship is given in memory of Carrie Minkler. Carrie joined Soroptimist International of Ukiah in 1960. She was a Life Member when she passed away in 1999. Carrie spent time in the Military and then worked for the County of Mendocino Social Services Department
How To Apply
Download the form below and return with supporting documents to Soroptimist International Ukiah
Mail to Soroptimist International of Ukiah, P.O. Box 701, Ukiah, CA 95482
or
Email to [email protected].
Mail to Soroptimist International of Ukiah, P.O. Box 701, Ukiah, CA 95482
or
Email to [email protected].
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AWARDS
Live Your Dream:
Due November 5 2024
Eligible applicants The Soroptimist Life Your Dream: Education & Training Awards For Women program has been helping women around the world since 1972. This program provides cash grants to women who are working to better their lives through additional schooling and skills training. Award Recipient may choose how to make use of $1000 funds for anything that supports their education journey from tuition, transportation, computer, childcare, housing, etc.
Due November 5 2024
Eligible applicants The Soroptimist Life Your Dream: Education & Training Awards For Women program has been helping women around the world since 1972. This program provides cash grants to women who are working to better their lives through additional schooling and skills training. Award Recipient may choose how to make use of $1000 funds for anything that supports their education journey from tuition, transportation, computer, childcare, housing, etc.
“Soroptimist improves the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment"
