Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages

To help a student whose parent has recently died from cancer — or who is undergoing cancer treatment — remain in school and obtain a bachelor’s degree. This need-based scholarship provides support when family finances experience a drastic change due to medical bills or reduced income as a result of cancer.Application PeriodNovember 1 to March 4Number and Size of AwardsOne...

In addition to supporting the national AAUW Educational Funds, the branch provides its own Adirondack Branch Memorial Scholarships. Through the years, contributions to the fund have been received to honor the memory of various members who have passed away. The Branch awarded a $1500 scholarship to each of two recipients for the 2024-25 academic year.Besides offering a scholarship for study...

To provide financial support for individuals working in or planning to work in the fields of developmental disabilities or behavioral health within the eight-county area surrounding Rochester (Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties) who wish to pursue a master’s degree in their field. The intent of this scholarship is to elevate the state of practice and...

This fund is established by Terence J. Centner in memory of his parents, Harry E. and Mary Ellen Centner.  Each scholarship will honor his parent’s dedication and hard work on their family farm in the Town of Dunkirk and their leadership activities in the Chautauqua County 4-H Program.  Application ProcessInterested students should submit the following to the Guidance Department by...

The Princeton Prize in Race Relations identifies and recognizes high school students who, through action and service, have demonstrated leadership in advancing racial equity, promoting racial understanding, or eliminating racial bias and prejudice in their schools and communities.Prize recipients receive a cash prize of $1,000 and an all-expenses-paid weekend to a Symposium on Race at Princeton University, where they will...

To recognize those high school seniors who have consistently demonstrated excellence in both the spoken and written word and plan to pursue college and a career that requires excellence in communication.Application PeriodNovember 1 to March 4Number and Size of AwardsNumber of recipients and award amounts vary; award amount may be split between two or more recipients. Award paid in one...