What is the Finch College Alumnae Association Foundation Grant?

A one-time $1500 Grant to be used by a Community College student entering undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college in The United States. Grant may be used for tuition, fees, books, and/or equipment required for course instruction. This award may not be used for graduate study.

Who is eligible to apply?

Current second year women students age 22 and above currently enrolled in a Community College in the states of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut who have maintained an average 3.5 grade. There are no restrictions or limitations based upon race, ethnicity or the employment status of the prospective recipient.

How may one apply?

There is not an application form. Each applicant must: 1) Submit a letter of no more than 1,000 words explaining how the Grant would be used, her current studies and goals and why the Grant is needed. 2) Enclose a current curriculum vitae and official college transcript(s). 3) Submit two letters of recommendation from faculty members who can attest to the applicant's work experience and academic achievements. 4) Include: address, telephone number, email address, social security number, proof of age over 22, and names of all colleges and universities attended, including attendance dates and degree(s) received.

How will the decisions be made?

The Foundation's Education Committee will evaluate all applications on the basis of need, qualifications, and the extent to which the Grant will be used effectively. Relatives of any member of the Education Committee are not eligible for consideration. Members of the Committee serve voluntarily, and are not a Trustee of the Foundation, nor a Finch College alumna.

What are the responsibilities of the recipient?

Upon acceptance of the Grant, each recipient shall be required to furnish: 1) A quarterly report evidencing that the Grant was or is being used for the purpose approved by the Board of Trustees. 2) A transcript of the grantee's grades when and as issued by the educational institution attended by the recipient. The Foundation, in its sole and absolute discretion, at all times reserves the right to withdraw approval for the Grant and use the funds or other assets, should it deem that it would be appropriate to do so.

When is the deadline?

Completed applications must be received by May 1 of the current year. The recipient will be notified in the same month, and announcement will be made public at The Finch College Alumnae Association Foundation's Cosgrave Award event.

How are the Grants funded?

Grants are funded by The Finch College Alumnae Association Foundation through the generosity of its members, alumnae and friends.

Where should applications be sent?

The Grant Committee
Finch College Alumnae Association Foundation
1471 Third Avenue, #213
New York, New York 10028