Kalamazoo Comm. Foundation Offering Educational Grants To Women

The Kalamazoo Community Foundation announced financial grants are available for education through the Women’s Education Coalition (WEC). Applications are due May 15th.

WEC support is for underemployed or unemployed women, with significant breaks in their pursuit of a part or full-time certificate or degree program, who are in need of education to become financially self-sufficient.

Grants are based on need and are renewable, and are available to residents of Kalamazoo, Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, St. Joseph, and Van Buren Counties. There are no minimum or maximum award limits; however, the typical range is $500 to $3,000. Grants are for tuition, fees, books, and may also cover related costs like child care and transportation.

“This is a very unique grant program,” says Brittany Morton, scholarship coordinator at the Community Foundation. “Recipients demonstrate how post-high school education will help them reach their goals of increased financial independence. The fund supports any educational opportunities that will lead to employment or improved employment. Priority will be given to underemployed working mothers and those enrolled or enrolling in nonprofit educational institutions.”

Information in both English and Spanish is available online by clicking here.

For those without computer access, the application will be mailed or arrangements can be made to visit the Community Foundation to use a computer. Call 269-381-4416 for more information.