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Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Northern New York Community Foundation opens doors to new education opportunities
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – To assist students and working professionals who are seeking to further their education and careers, the Northern New York Community Foundation has announced the opening of its Next Step Education Program. The NNYCF says the Next Step Education Program is designed to assist people in their pursuit of postsecondary education and training. Which dehumidifier is best for basements? The surprising brands behind 'American made' cars Northern New York Community Foundation opens doors to new education opportunities April 26: Three Mile Bay Fire Department Pulled Pork Dinner What's Going Around: 4-21-2025 'This builds upon the Community Foundation's history and heritage of supporting local students in whatever paths they choose and is an opportunity to be more responsive to diversification of career paths we are seeing,' Community Foundation Executive Director Rande S. Richardson said. 'At the same time, this allows us to provide greater options for donors who have an interest in inspiring those who are looking to better themselves and our communities in a variety of ways.' Students of all ages, including recent high school graduates, adult learners, and working professionals, can benefit from an extended educational program to obtain degrees, certifications, or technical credentials for their career goals. Residents in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties can apply for financial assistance through the Next Step Education Program. This program helps those who have postponed their education or need skill improvements for better jobs. Donors support this initiative to enable community members to access the necessary training to accomplish their objectives. The Next Step Education Program supports a wide range of educational and professional development pathways, including: Micro-credentials and professional certifications to strengthen skills or secure employment Courses or programs that lead to a degree Technical and trade school training for hands-on, high-demand careers Enhanced skills programs for career advancement or to help obtain new employment, such as Microsoft Office programs and more Programs at local BOCES campuses Professional licensing programs, including CDL and other industry-specific certifications Award amounts are up to $2,000, and may be used for tuition, books, and course-related expenses Applications for the Next Step Education Program are accepted throughout the year, with funding decisions made every 30 days. Apply HERE. For more inquiries, contact Tara Hess, scholarship and program associate, at tara@ or Mary Perrine, scholarship and program manager, at maryp@ or call 315-782-7110. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
$5K Up for Grabs: NNYCF encourages participation in Scholarship Programs
NORTH COUNTRY, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Northern New York Community Foundation has announced a new challenge to inspire greater participation in its scholarship program from the Class of 2025 and give schools a chance to win a share of up to $5,000 in grant support. The scholarship challenge is open to all schools in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties. The Community Foundation's scholarship program supports graduating seniors pursuing further education — whether at an accredited college, university, technical, or trade school. Apply Now: NNYCF Offers Scholarships for Fall 2025 'With an increasing number and variety of opportunities available to support students, we hope this incentive will help build the widest pool of applicants across our region,' said Rande S. Richardson, Community Foundation executive director. 'If this challenge is successful, it will be a win for all as students will benefit directly, their schools may receive additional funding, and our donors will have the best opportunity provide help in the most meaningful ways.' There are two ways schools have a chance to win grant support: $1,000 grant to a school in each of the three counties it serves. To be eligible, schools must achieve at least 25% participation from their senior class in submitting scholarship applications by Friday, Feb. 21, 2025. The top nine schools — three from each county — with the highest overall participation rates by Saturday, March 15, application deadline, will be eligible to win a $2,000 grant. Calling Theresa Nonprofits: Apply for $3K in funding NNYCF says schools selected for grant awards will be chosen at random. Awards may be used to support a schoolwide initiative or project chosen by the senior class officers. Throughout the challenge, NNYCF will report progress at the end of each week on its Facebook and Instagram channels. Tri-county seniors should apply for scholarship support by completing the online common application found HERE by Saturday, March 15. Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge Awards $10,000 for 10 NNY nonprofits Last year, 19% of all high school seniors in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties applied for NNYCF scholarship support: 26% in Jefferson County; 22% in Lewis County; and 10% of St. Lawrence County seniors completed a scholarship application. You can contact Mary Perrine, coordinator of partnerships, at 315-782-7110, or maryp@ or Tara Hess, stewardship and donor services associate, tara@ with questions about NNYCF scholarships. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
