Soroptimist’s offer award for woman in continuing education

Published 5:13 pm Thursday, January 15, 2015

Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor is offering a new, $2000 Educational Opportunity Award. Applications for the award are due by February 15, 2015.

This award is intended to help women in overcoming financial difficulties and bettering their lives through education and training.

The recipient may use the cash award to offset any costs of higher education, such as tuition, books, childcare, and transportation.

The award will go to a woman living in San Juan County, who is enrolled in an undergraduate or vocational degree program of study, including online educational programs.

Applicants need not be the primary wage earner in a household to be eligible for this award.

For information on how to apply, please visit the Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor website at www.sifri.org.