Chamber Education Foundation Scholarship Local Leaders

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Howell Chamber Of Commerce Education Foundation Scholarship

$1,000.00 Scholarship

The Howell Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation was established to open academic doors for local students. The Chamber believes in its mission to improve the overall business climate for members by creating programs and services which stimulate economic growth and enhance the quality of life in Howell, NJ. The scholarship program enhances our community's quality of life by supporting an educated citizenry, preparing them for responsible roles within the workforce which will strengthen the economic vitality of our region.

• Applicant must be a dependent of a Howell Chamber of Commerce member, or a dependent of an employee of a business that is a member of the Howell Chamber of Commerce, or a part time employee. Applicants do NOT have to reside in Howell Township.
• Applicant must be a High School Senior, graduating in June 2024 and planning to attend a two or four year institution of higher education in a program leading to a degree. Attendance to a vocational institution also qualifies.
• Participation in extra-curricular and community service is desired.
• Awards will be for direct educational expenses such as tuition and books.
• Applicant will submit an essay (no more than 500 words) addressing both of the following topics:
  • Detail why you think it is important to continue your education
  • Explain how you intend to use your education experience to improve the business, civic or cultural aspects of the Howell community
• The essay will be evaluated for content, grammar, spelling, and presentation. Please proofread your application before submitting.
• Applicant must submit a school transcript. Applications without transcripts will not be considered.
• Two Letters of recommendation.
• All scholarship awards are made payable to the institution you will attend unless you submit receipts for reimbursement to the Foundation by November 30, 2024.
• The Foundation Board may adopt any rules necessary or desirable in its sole discretion to carry out the objectives of the Foundation, including a request for additional information from the applicant. Additional information includes a formal interview with board members.
• The Foundation Board reserves the right to award the 2024 scholarships as it deems appropriate including, without limitation, the right to award more than one scholarship in a particular category, the right to refrain from awarding any scholarship in a particular category, and the right to refrain from awarding any scholarship in any of the categories in its sole discretion.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: The awarding of scholarships shall be made without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual preference, age or physical handicap.