YMCA Bursary & Scholarships: Apply

YMCA Bursaries & Scholarships 

As part of the YMCA’s effort to help youth succeed, the YMCA of Niagara offers a number of bursaries and scholarships for graduating high school seniors or students currently enrolled in post-secondary education.

Selections are based on financial circumstances, community service, and the individual’s personal motivation and desire for furthering their education. Students have an opportunity to receive scholarships up to $300. All applicants must reside in the Niagara Region.

Please note that youth are eligible to receive such awards once. This allows the YMCA to support as many youths as possible.

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Applicant Information

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Scholarship & Education Information

Have you received a YMCA of Niagara Bursary or Scholarship in the past? *

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Do you reside in the Niagara Region? *

• Yes
• No

Are you over 17 years of age? *

• Yes
• No

Enrollment status in a recognized College or University by September 2024: *

• Currently enrolled
• Will be enrolled

Name of the institution you are enrolled at: *

Name of the program you are enrolled for: *

Name of the institution you will be enrolled at: *

Name of the program you will be enrolled for: *

Bursaries or Scholarship(s) you are applying for: *

• The Butz Family Scholarship
• The Savoia Scholarship
• The Frank McNeil Bursary
• Walter Oprzedek Youth Bursary

The Frank McNeil Bursary has an age requirement (15-24 years); please ensure you meet the criterion

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Applicant Questionnaire & References

How do you contribute time and service to the YMCA of Niagara or to another charitable organization? *

Include your volunteer roles and experiences completed.

Please describe your experience with the YMCA of Niagara. *

Please describe your leadership experience. *

Please describe any projects you have worked on that demonstrate leadership, initiative, and commitment to serving others. *

What do you hope to get out of the educational program you are enrolled in? *

Describe your financial need, and how a YMCA Bursary or Scholarship will help you achieve your goals. *

Please share any other experience or information that is relevant to the Bursary or Scholarship for which you are applying.

Please attach two (2) Reference Letters in support of your application. *

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Acceptable formats: .pdf, .jpg, .docx

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