YWCA Harriet M. Heatherington Scholarship Fund...

...was established by Harriet M. Heatherington in 1966.  Harriet was a member and long-time supporter of YWCA Maricopa County.  She created the scholarship fund through her estate to help deserving women attain their educational goals. In past years, dedicated friends of Harriet and volunteers of YWCA Maricopa County awarded over $70,000 in grants to over 255 women who were passionate about moving forward with their life and furthering their careers. Scholarships are distributed once each year to women pursuing their post-secondary education in an Arizona college, trade school or university through the Arizona Community Foundation. Scholarship recipients are selected based on their financial need, academic standing, career goals, and their demonstration and desire to complete their post-secondary education.  APPLICATION FOR 2010-2011 IS OPEN. Scholarship application and any required material, including transcripts, recommendation letters, Student Air Report and essays, are due by 4:30 pm, January 29, 2010. The scholarship award announcement will be made by February 9, 2010 and the scholarship recipient will be recognized at the 17th Annual Tribute to Women Award Luncheon on Thursday, February 25, 2010. PDF Version  of Application FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 602-381-1400 or visit Arizona Community Foundation