Local adult women seeking to build new skills, earn professional credentials or pursue a degree can apply for scholarships from the Upper Keys Business and Professional Women. The funds may be used to cover expenses related to job training, professional certifications or college courses.
The Upper Keys BPW Adult Women’s Scholarship program grants individual awards of up to $1,500. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, have lived in the Upper Keys for at least the past three years and have a minimum of three years of post-high school work experience. Applicants must also be accepted into or enrolled in an education or training program.
The application deadline is April 15. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the Upper Keys BPW annual meeting and lunch on May 20. More information is at www.upperkeysbpw.org or via email to ukbpwscholarship@gmail.com.
“Our scholarship program is uniquely designed for women who are already in the workforce and ready to take the next step in their careers,” said Rose Littlejohn, chair of the Upper Keys BPW scholarship committee. “Whether someone is pursuing a certification, completing a degree or developing entirely new skills, these scholarships help remove financial barriers and create opportunities for growth.”
The Upper Keys BPW awards scholarships in the spring and fall. Recent recipients include local residents Jennifer Dutton and Kristin Szpak.
“We are thrilled to support women who are dedicating their precious time and energy to improving their futures for themselves and their families,” said Patricia Milian, president of the Upper Keys BPW. “For nearly 70 years, our organization has championed working women in the Upper Keys, and our scholarship program is one of the most meaningful ways we support and empower women so they can achieve their career and life goals.”
