The Horace Smith Fund

Walter S. Barr Scholarships For Students In High School

These awards for undergraduate education are made annually by the Scholarship Committee to residents of Hampden County, MA who are members of the senior class at their local public or private secondary schools.

Awards are based on school records, college entrance examinations, general attainments and financial need. Awards will be continued through the four year course if the student’s record and need justify such continuance.  Awards will be made on the basis of all available information, including school records, recommendations and examination scores.  Consideration will be given to both the merit and financial need of the applicant.

Walter S. Barr Scholarship For Students In College

Barr Scholarships are also available to students currently attending college. Second and third year students often require a greater degree of financial assistance than do first year students. Therefore, the Fund offers scholarships to college students resident in Hampden County (MA) who are graduates of Hampden County secondary schools. Awards will be made on the basis of all available information, including school records, recommendations and examination scores.  Consideration will be given to both the merit and financial need of the applicant.

Walter S. Barr Fellowship

In general applicants must be residents of Hampden County. If residency is in question, the Fellowship Committee reserves the right to make this decision. Awards are made to students pursuing a specific post-graduate degree. If that degree program requires more than one year of full time study, the award can be renewed for as many as two additional years, if warranted.  Awards will be made on the basis of all available information, including school records, recommendations and examination scores.  Consideration will be given to both the merit and financial need of the applicant.

All deadlines for the scholarships are December 20, 2013 for for the fellowship, Feburary 1, 2014. For more information or to apply, please visit http://www.horacesmithfund.org

James Madison Graduate Fellowship Foundation

The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation offers $24,000 James Madison Graduate Fellowships to individuals desiring to become outstanding teachers of the American Constitution at the secondary school level. Fellowship applicants compete only against other applicants from the states of their legal residence. Generally, one Fellowship per state is awarded each year.

Eligibility Requirements

Fellowship applicants compete only against other applicants from the states of their legal residence. To be eligible to apply for a fellowship, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Be a teacher, or plan to become a teacher, of American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary school level (grades 7–12).
• Possess a bachelor’s degree or plan to receive a bachelor’s degree no later than August 31 of the year in which you are applying.

Professional Teaching Obligation

After receiving the master’s degree, each Fellow must teach American history, American government, or social studies in grades 7–12 for one full year for each academic year of funding received under a fellowship, preferably in the state from which the recipient won the fellowship.

Types of Fellowships

The Foundation offers two types of fellowships:

• Junior Fellowships are awarded to outstanding college seniors and college graduates without teaching experience who intend to become secondary school teachers of American history, American government, or social studies in grades 7–12. Junior Fellows are expected to complete graduate study within 2 academic years of full-time study.
• Senior Fellowships are awarded to outstanding current teachers who are required to complete graduate study within 5 calendar years of part-time study.

For more information, and to apply please visit http://www.jamesmadison.gov

The deadline is March 1, 2014

2014 Colleen and Scholarship Contest

COLLEEN

This scholarship contribution is made in the memory of Maurice and Kathleen Murphy to recognize the extraordinary sacrifices they made on behalf of all their five children .  Their parents, like thousand of other, left Ireland on a boat to pursue a life in America.

 

MOSSIE & KATHLEEN MURPHY SCHOLARSHIP

Young women of Irish Decent, who are 17 to 22 years of age and at least a High School senior.  Residents of Springfield, East Longmeadow, Hampden, Longmeadow, Ludlow or Wilbraham are eligible.  (Residents of other towns MAY be eligible.)  Former Colleens and members of the Court are Not eligible.

Please visit springfieldstpatricksparade.org for more information and to apply for this scholarship. Please follow all directions on all forms and return your application with all the required documents to Springfield St. Patrick’s Parade Committee, c/o Alesia Barbaro, 182 Miller Street, Ludlow MA 01056.  Your applications must be postmarked no later than December 2, 2013.

 The preliminary contest is planned for January 18, 2014 at the John Boyle O’Reilly Club at 33 Progress Avenue, Springfield, MA 01104.   The Coronation Ball will be held Saturday, February 8, 2014 at The Cedars Banquet Facility, 419 Island Pond Road, Springfield, MA 01118.

Big Y Scholarship

BIG Y AWARDS OVER 300 SCHOLARSHIPS EACH YEAR TOTALING MORE THAN $250,000 IN AWARDS FOR CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES.

Big Y® Foods, Inc. is one of the largest, locally owned supermarket chains in Southern New England. A family-owned and operated corporation, Big Y has represented excellence in the food industry since 1936.

In tribute to both its employees and its customers, Big Y offers an annual scholarship program. Established in 1981, the program includes a series of scholarships which honor Big Y’s founders; the late Paul H. D’Amour and his brother, Gerald D’Amour. In addition, there is a scholarship series that was originally funded by Big Y employees to commemorate Big Y’s 50th Anniversary, one recognizing the contributions of area law enforcement officers and firefighters and a category that acknowledges the tremendous sacrifice made by all Military Service members and their families.

All Big Y scholarships recognize academic merit and achievement. They are awarded to the most academically outstanding students in the Big Y market area. There are awards for both traditional and nontraditional students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

To apply, please visit http://www.bigy.com/community/scholarships

All applications, together with the required supporting documents, must be mailed to the address on the application and postmarked no later than February 1, 2014.

The SALT Program

Bay Path College recently joined SALT, a free educational resource that provides simple, smart, personalized ways for college students and recent graduates to take control of their student debt and manage their finances. With a combination of helpful tools, tailored information, and unbiased expertise, SALT helps young people borrow less, borrow smart and repay their loans in a way that works for them. SALT was created by American Student Assistance, a nonprofit organization with 50+ years’ experience helping people make better decisions about financing their education and repaying student loans.

Please visit saltmoney.org to register as a Bay Path College student and take advantage of this great program that educates, empowers, and engages college students and young adults to truly own their finances, by making it immediately rewarding, easy, and fun to make smarter student loan and financial decisions.

The Sunflower Initiative’s Harriet Fitzgerald Scholarship

The Harriet Fitzgerald Scholarship will provide a highly motivated young woman who is passionate about learning and eager to attend a woman’s college with a $10,000 scholarship to a woman’s college in the United States or Canada.  She must possess a stellar high school record, strong references, and a desire to make a contribution to society, as well as a strong sense of self.

The application deadline is March 1, 2014.  To apply:

• Complete the online application form: Fill out my form!
• An official high school transcript or GED
• An official report of SAT or ACT scores
• Ask one teacher and two community members to complete the online recommendation form:
  Fill out my form!

Eve’s Addiction Scholarship

Eve’s Addiction has invested a lot in things that shine, and now we want to invest in the brightest young students to give them every opportunity to succeed.  Each semester, we will be awarding one student a $1,000 scholarship.  The Eve’s Addiction Scholarship is open to high school seniors and any student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.

To link to our scholarship or if you would like additional information, please email scholarship@evesaddiction.com or call 860-526-5522 to speak with the contact listed below.

Katie Botti
Eve’s Addiction
860.526.5522
scholarship@evesaddiction.com
www.EvesAddiction.com

Wholesale Halloween Costumes Scholarship

Use your creative pumpkin carving abilities to earn scholarship money. You could win $500 to put toward your college expenses. The winner of our WHC pumpkin carving contest will have their pumpkin featured on our Facebook page and our blog. Use your artistic abilities while following the rules outlined below and you could be our scholarship winner.

The Wholesale Halloween Costumes Scholarship is offered to part time and full time college students. One applicant will be selected to receive a $500 scholarship award. Our goal is to contribute to higher education and learning by offering the winning student financial assistance to help cover the expenses of tuition and books.

To apply for the Wholesale Halloween Costumes Scholarship, email your photos to scholarships@wholesalehalloweencostumes.com.

Pumpkin Carving Contest Rules

• File format: JPG
• File naming structure: whc-pumpkin-YourFirstName–YourLastName.jpg
• Please take progression photos (max 4) of you curving the pumpkin and submit them along with your final image of the lit pumpkin

Free hand designs, as well as Carving Kits & patterns, may be used for this contest. You a’re welcome to use your imaginations and artistic skill when designing your carved pumpkin. You may use props, accessories, and paint to create a scene or adorn your pumpkin, but the main aspect will be the carving itself. Entries will be judged on Overall Appearance, Originality, and Creativity.

In addition to submitting a JPG file of the pumpkin, all applicants must meet the following requirements.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled at an accredited two or four year college within the United States
• Submission must be in by Oct 25th, 2013, One submission per person.
• Must be a legal resident of the United States or hold a valid student visa.
• Email must include: Name, Address, Phone, School Name, GPA, Date of Birth, Title of Artwork, & Parent/Guardian Name (if under 18)

The winning submission will be decided by Wholesale Halloween Costumes. The Wholesale Halloween Costumes Scholarship winner expected announcement date is Oct 31st, 2013. For up to the minute information on the scholarship and other announcements by Wholesale Halloween Costumes, follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

– See more at: http://www.wholesalehalloweencostumes.com/scholarship/#sthash.iiZbzzQd.dpuf

The NBMBAA Greater Hartford Chapter Scholarship

The NBMBAA Greater Hartford Chapter is proud to announce its 2013 Scholarship Program. With the help of our Corporate Sponsors, the chapter has awarded thousands of dollars to graduate students to assist them in their educational pursuits throughout the years. Based on the entries received, our chapters’ scholarship awards are granted in the following increments:

• $5,000 for first place
• $2,500 for second place
• $2,000 for third place
• $1,000 for fourth place

In order to qualify for the scholarship, the requirements are as follows:

• The applicant is a minority (i.e. Asian American, Black/African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, American Indian or Alaska Native)
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Enrolled in a university in Connecticut or the Greater Springfield, MA area
• Currently a full-time or part-time student in a Master of Business or Management program
• Must submit a two-page, double spaced, typewritten essay in ‘Times New Roman’ size 12 font on one (1) of the following questions:

o Describe your most meaningful achievement and how it relates to your field of study and your future goals.
o Many businesses fear increased costs that may result from the institution of Obamacare. Discuss the pros and the cons of Obamacare on businesses.
o Recently CEO Steve Ballmer announced the reorganization of Microsoft. Some have said Microsoft’s reorganization mimics the Apple model. Provide your thoughts and explanation as to why this may or may not be in the best interest of Microsoft’s future in the long run.
o You are the CEO of a company. Your most valuable employee is demanding a $10,000 raise or threatening to leave the company. There is currently only $5,000 to provide the employee with benefits, but it cannot be given in the form of a raise. Discuss alternative compensation packages you can offer the employee.
o Excitement came over the media and business world as Amazon.com CEO Jeffrey Bezoz bought The Washington Post. If you were Mr. Bezos, what would be the first two changes or new implementations you would put in place to keep the print newspaper company in circulation and generating profit? If you consider that there is no need to make changes or new implementations, please state why.

• Applicants must have completed one semester of graduate school and submit an official transcript from his or her graduate institution.
• Applicants are strongly recommended to become a committee volunteer of the Greater Hartford Chapter
• Applicants must submit a resume of work experience and extracurricular / volunteer activities.
• All applicant information (essay, transcript, resume, and any other supporting documents) must be postmarked or emailed by October 14, 2013 and submitted using one of the below options:

National Black MBA Association
Greater Hartford Chapter Attn: Scholarship Committee PO Box 2438
Hartford CT, 06146

For more information, and to apply, please call our Chapter Hotline at 860-586-7002 or visit our website at
http://www.blackmbahartford.com.

Western Mass Women Magazine Award

Once again the Western Mass Women Magazine is looking for local women in business who are working at finishing their education to increase their success in their business profession.

Criteria for the award will consist of applicants being a non-traditional or continuing education female student who lives, attends college and works in the Western Mass area.

Applications will be open to all area women who meet the following criteria:

¨      They are a NON-TRADITIONAL OR CONTINUING EDUCATION WOMAN that wishes to re-enter the work force and need additional skills or education, or currently be working and seeking upward mobility through education for their position.

¨      Demonstrate a consistent pattern of determination and self-improvement.

¨      Demonstrate a history of interest in the community services.

¨      Use the scholarship within twelve (12) months of the award; the award cannot be carried over to another year.

¨      Attend or have been accepted in an accredited program.

¨      Be 21 years of age or older

Applicant instructions: 

¨      Complete all sections of the application.

¨      Submit a current resume.

¨      Submit a personal essay.

¨      Please attach two letters of recommendations to application

¨      Include a copy of your 2012 IRS form 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ.

Applications, references and any additional information should be mailed specifically to the scholarship committee at the following address:

 Western Mass Women Magazine

Scholarship Committee

525 Springfield St. – Suite O

Feeding Hills, MA 01030

 Applications will not be considered unless all materials are postmarked by

September 20th 2013 

You may obtain application materials by visiting http://www.westernmasswomen.com