Since 2016 the Foundation has awarded $13,000 in academic scholarships to 15 resilient future leaders. However, last summer, we voted that 2019 would be our last award year, and thus we are no longer accepting Myrtle & MJ Scholarship applications.
Our volunteer Board and committee members look forward to continuing to impact Madison positively through sharing time and talent in endeavors which support a diverse, creative, and competent community.
Our volunteer Board and committee members look forward to continuing to impact Madison positively through sharing time and talent in endeavors which support a diverse, creative, and competent community.
Myrtle & MJ Scholarship
2019 Scholarship Application window is September 1 - November 1, 2019. Applications will be accepted electronically via this web page only (see below for requirements and instructions). Selection Committee will review applications during the month of November and applicants will be notified of award status (yes, no, or alternate) during the first part of December 2019.
Important notes for applicants:
The number of Scholarships awarded is determined on a year to year basis depending on fundraising, number of applicants, and quality of applications. To be considered for a Scholarship, an applicant must meet the criteria and requirements below. Each complete application is then reviewed using specific rubric established by the Selection Committee and Board of Directors.
Future Leaders WI Scholarship Foundation will award multiple Myrtle & MJ Scholarships each year. Since we began in 2016 we have awarded Scholarships in the following amounts:
Myrtle & MJ Scholarship recipients are strongly encouraged to participate in Foundation facilitated mentorship opportunities. Mentorship is tailored to areas of interest/career paths - see Mentorship page for details.
Myrtle & MJ Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
Important notes for applicants:
- The Myrtle & MJ Scholarship is geared towards students pursuing careers in healthcare, education, and community betterment.
- The Scholarship Foundation believes future leaders will bring resilient, positive, and action-oriented perspectives to the table in large and small ways in their fields and in their communities. Ability to capture a unique adversity experience and demonstrate resonance with Myrtle and/or MJ's bios below are key factors in Selection Committee consideration.
- Re-applying each year is encouraged! The Selection Committee makes a point of providing specific feedback in notification letters.
- Past recipients of a Myrtle & MJ Scholarship are also encouraged to apply again and will be considered, however, past recipients may not have received a Scholarship for the prior two years (see criteria below).
The number of Scholarships awarded is determined on a year to year basis depending on fundraising, number of applicants, and quality of applications. To be considered for a Scholarship, an applicant must meet the criteria and requirements below. Each complete application is then reviewed using specific rubric established by the Selection Committee and Board of Directors.
Future Leaders WI Scholarship Foundation will award multiple Myrtle & MJ Scholarships each year. Since we began in 2016 we have awarded Scholarships in the following amounts:
- $1,500
- $1,000
- $500
Myrtle & MJ Scholarship recipients are strongly encouraged to participate in Foundation facilitated mentorship opportunities. Mentorship is tailored to areas of interest/career paths - see Mentorship page for details.
Myrtle & MJ Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
- Age 16 years or over (no max age limit)
- Wisconsin state resident
- Intend to use Scholarship money towards: current or future school tuition, or training programs related to education, health/wellness in underserved communities, positive community building, or prevention/safety programs
- NOT an immediate family member of current Board of Directors or Selection Committee member
- NOT a recipient of a Myrtle & MJ Scholarship for the past TWO years
Myrtle & MJ Scholarship Application Requirements:
1. One essay (300 words or less) focusing on specific actions, experiences, or living out values consistent with one or both positive leaders who inspired this Scholarship (see Myrtle & MJ bios below). Dedication towards chosen career path/field of study, professionalism, and overcoming adversity will be evaluated. Essay must be uploaded below.
2. A signed media release must be included in the application form below. Future Leaders WI Scholarship Foundation may interview recipients; we may use all/part of an application essay to inspire others and market/promote the Foundation.
3. Three letters of character reference (non-relatives only, Scholarship specific strongly recommended). Reference letters must be uploaded below.
BIO: "Myrtle" – Myrtle grew up on a farm in Southern WI. She worked as a labor & delivery nurse for 45+ years from the 1940s through the 1980s. She advocated tirelessly for patients and families amongst physicians and worked full time even when it was not popular culturally or among peers. She was sole “bread winner” for her six children and spouse. Scholarship candidates aligned with Myrtle are gravitating towards future or current healthcare or education careers. Nutrition, self-control, self-reliance, and physical activity are key areas of interest and impact. Ideal candidate is compassionate, assertive, and has a high logical-reasoning (“book smart”) IQ.
BIO: "MJ" – Mary Jean (MJ) grew up sharing one banana with her five siblings during the Depression era in Madison WI. She persevered through profound personal loss and health issues in her 20s and experienced significant medical issues later in life resulting in near total disability for her last 10 years. Despite her circumstances, MJ was an extremely positive and energetic presence. She was gifted at bringing people together: neighbors, volunteers and friends for good food and good conversation creating a culture of positive shared experiences. Scholarship candidates aligned with Mary Jean are exceptionally tenacious and interested in community programs and/or volunteerism. Ideal candidate is gregarious, has a high interpersonal (“common sense”) IQ, excels at bringing others together, and is inclusive surrounding diversity at home, neighborhood, school, or workplace.
1. One essay (300 words or less) focusing on specific actions, experiences, or living out values consistent with one or both positive leaders who inspired this Scholarship (see Myrtle & MJ bios below). Dedication towards chosen career path/field of study, professionalism, and overcoming adversity will be evaluated. Essay must be uploaded below.
2. A signed media release must be included in the application form below. Future Leaders WI Scholarship Foundation may interview recipients; we may use all/part of an application essay to inspire others and market/promote the Foundation.
3. Three letters of character reference (non-relatives only, Scholarship specific strongly recommended). Reference letters must be uploaded below.
BIO: "Myrtle" – Myrtle grew up on a farm in Southern WI. She worked as a labor & delivery nurse for 45+ years from the 1940s through the 1980s. She advocated tirelessly for patients and families amongst physicians and worked full time even when it was not popular culturally or among peers. She was sole “bread winner” for her six children and spouse. Scholarship candidates aligned with Myrtle are gravitating towards future or current healthcare or education careers. Nutrition, self-control, self-reliance, and physical activity are key areas of interest and impact. Ideal candidate is compassionate, assertive, and has a high logical-reasoning (“book smart”) IQ.
BIO: "MJ" – Mary Jean (MJ) grew up sharing one banana with her five siblings during the Depression era in Madison WI. She persevered through profound personal loss and health issues in her 20s and experienced significant medical issues later in life resulting in near total disability for her last 10 years. Despite her circumstances, MJ was an extremely positive and energetic presence. She was gifted at bringing people together: neighbors, volunteers and friends for good food and good conversation creating a culture of positive shared experiences. Scholarship candidates aligned with Mary Jean are exceptionally tenacious and interested in community programs and/or volunteerism. Ideal candidate is gregarious, has a high interpersonal (“common sense”) IQ, excels at bringing others together, and is inclusive surrounding diversity at home, neighborhood, school, or workplace.
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2019 application window is Sept 1 - Nov 1. Please note: only complete applications will be considered (see Application Requirements above). One 300 word essay AND three letters of recommendation must be uploaded via "Add Files" tab below.
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