13th Annual Bill of Rights Essay Contest

"Freedom and Civic Virtues"
                    
Each year, National Foundation for Women Legislators' (NFWL) and the National Rifle Association co-sponsor an academic scholarship for seven high school juniors and seniors.  Winners receive a $3,000 award and are given the opportunity to attend NFWL's Annual Conference.  At the conference, the scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to learn about public policy, receive leadership training, and network with lawmakers from all 50 states.  Several winners said their experience through the program strengthened their passion for public service.  It is important to note that in order to enter the contest all applicants must be sponsored by a woman legislator from their respective state in. Sponsoring legislators of the awardees will receive an NFWL travel scholarship to attend the Annual Conference in exchange for their participation in the entire conference with their student.

This year's essay topic is entitled "Freedom and Civic Virtues" in which applicants are asked to describe how moral principles and the U.S. Bill of Rights shape the role of young adults in civic engagement and politics.  NFWL and the NRA are proud to co-sponsor this annual essay contest in order to enable young women committed to defending the Bill of Rights to attend college and advance women in leadership.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Friday, July 30th, 2010 by which time essays must be received or postmarked to NFWL.

CONTACT:  The NFWL office at 202-293-3040, ext. 1005, scholarships@womenlegislators.org

WEBSITE found HERE for application and information ( www.womenlegislators.org)

Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program

The Kohl’s Kids Who Care® Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards young volunteers (ages 6-18) whose efforts have made a positive impact on their communities.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship Program. We are pleased to say that to date we have recognized more than 11,000 kids and awarded more than $2.2 million in scholarships and prizes.

And this year, Kohl’s plans to recognize an additional 2,100 kids with prizes ranging from $50 Kohl’s Gift Cards to $1,000 or $10,000 scholarships.

Nominators must be 21 years of age or older. Nomination deadline is March 15th, 2010.

FIND MORE INFORMATION HERE
(http://www.kohlscorporation.com/CommunityRelations/scholarship/index.asp)

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Chuck Urano Memorial Scholarship Application

The Chuck Urano Memorial Award, sponsored by the Colorado Farm Show, will be awarded to six deserving students who strive to leave a lasting impression on their community and the agriculture industry.

The Colorado Farm Show is proud to award six $2000.00 Scholarships, to help offset the increasing costs of attaining a Higher Education, to graduating High School Seniors declaring an Agricultural Major at a College or University of their choice.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1.       Applicants must be graduating High School Seniors.

2.       The Chuck Urano Memorial Award application, accessible in pdf format at www.ColoradoFarmShow.com, must be filled out by the applicant.

3.       Applicants must be citizens of the United States and reside in Colorado.

4.       Students must be pursuing a degree in an Agricultural related field of study at the accredited College or University of their choice.

5.       A sealed, signed copy of the applicants Official High School Transcripts must accompany the scholarship application.  Senior year classes must be listed if not included on transcripts.

6.       One letter of recommendation from a High School official/teacher must be included with the application packet.

7.       A one page essay outlining the applicant’s educational goals, chosen career plans, and any other information that the applicant considers pertinent must be included with the application.

8.       Application must be legible (typed preferred) to be considered.

9.       Complete application packet must be received in the Colorado Farm Show Office (received not post marked) by January 11, 2010.

10.   Failure to submit a completed application, with all of the required materials in one packet, will eliminate your application.

Please return scholarship application and required materials to:

Colorado Farm Show

Attn:  Scholarship Committee

P.O. Box 670

Greeley, CO  80632