The Fund at Work
The Jane Higdon Memorial Fund has provided the following grants:
- $1200 to Committed Partners for Youth for scholarships for at risk girls. Girls apply for scholarships with statements of how the scholarship will further their aspirations concordant with the Foundation vision, in a mentored environment
- $600 to Ophelia's Place to support their 2008 "Girls in Action" summer workshop that focuses on "skill building for self-esteem, self-confidence, gaining survival skills, and having fun"
- $800 in scholarships to Emerald Aquatics to support motivated girls who wish to achieve excellence in swimming but are unable to afford coaching
Scholarships Through Jane Higdon Memorial Fund
Scholarships are not provided directly to individuals. The JHMF can only provide scholarship money through a 501(c)(3) charitable organization (or equivalent). The charitable organization must have a mechanism to manage the scholarship. This scholarship application form can be used by charitable organizations to apply for scholarships or grants, or by individuals who wish to apply through a 501(c)(3).
Information on agencies known to qualify within the mission of the fund can be obtained from Joan Kerns at Oregon Community Foundation - jkerns@ocf1.org