Myrtle & MJ Scholarship
Thank you to all students who applied for a 2018 Scholarship - recipients have been notified. The next Scholarship application window is tentatively set for September 1 - November 1, 2019. Stay tuned to this web page for more info early in 2019.
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. In 2016 and 2017 we 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:
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. In 2016 and 2017 we 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 also 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 also 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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2018 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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