Feb. 20, 2019

Now Available: LeadingAge MN Foundation Scholarships

On February 19, 2019 by Lori Meyer

The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation is excited to offer more than $33,000 in educational scholarships to eligible caregivers and other employees of LeadingAge Minnesota member organizations for 2019. 

Do you have individuals on your team who may be interested in advancing their education and careers in aging services? If so, we have developed a promotional resource that can be used as a flyer or break room poster to promote the Foundation’s Scholarship Program. 

For more information. check out these Frequently Asked Questions: 

Q:  Who is eligible to apply?

A:  Applicants must:

• Be 17 years of age or older;
• Be employed by a provider member of LeadingAge Minnesota (care center, senior housing, assisted living, adult day, etc.);
• Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than Fall of 2019) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education;
• Complete the online scholarship application; and
• Provide two letters of recommendation including one from their supervisor or the administrator of their organization.

Q:  What is the amount of each scholarship?

A:  Scholarship awards range from $500 to $1,500, and one $2500 scholarship may be awarded for an applicant that demonstrates exceptional commitment to aging services.

Q:  Are the scholarships only for caregivers or for nursing programs?

A:  No. Any eligible employee can apply regardless of what department they work in and scholarships may be awarded for a variety of educational programs including nursing, business/administration, culinary, social work, etc. However, applications will be evaluated in part on the applicant’s commitment to the field of aging services.

Q: Where can we find the application?

A: Apply online at: Foundation Scholarship Program.

Q:  Does an applicant have to apply online? What if I have questions about the portal?

A:  Applications are accepted via the Foundation’s online portal. For questions in using the portal, contact Terri Foley at tfoley@leadingagemn.org.

Q:  What is the deadline for applications?

A:  5 p.m. on Friday, May 31

Q:  Are the scholarships funded by my LeadingAge dues?

A:  No. The scholarships are made possible thanks to the generosity of the organizations and individuals who support the Foundation’s Annual Golf Tournament and the Foundation Silent Auction held each year as part of the Institute.

Q:  Who do I contact for further information or questions?

A:  Contact Lori Meyer at lmeyer@leadingagemn.org.