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Tell UsYou can apply for a 2012 Pride Foundation Scholarship online until January 31, 2012. Visit our website for guidelines and to apply online. Mark Stenger, one of our volunteers shares his experience screening and interviewing candidates for the Southwest WA Scholarships. Soon we will announce our 2011 scholars but first—here’s a view ... Read More»
I feel like I’ve come full circle. I’ve been saying that a lot lately – particularly since taking on my role as a regional development organizer ... Read More»
Every time I hand someone my business card, I am also handing them Pride Foundation’s mission, which is printed on the back: “Pride Foundation inspires a culture of generosity that strengthens Northwest organizations, leaders, and students who are creating LGBTQ equality.” I admit that during these first three months in my role as Alaska’s Regional Development Organizer, I’ve been glossing over ... Read More»
We need your help - it's Pride Foundation Scholarship time! Another exciting batch of Pride Foundation scholarship applications are on their way and we’d love your help again in reviewing them. Pride Foundation’s scholarship program would not be successful without the hard work and support of volunteers like you. We are in the midst of coordinating volunteers for this upcoming cycle. ... Read More»
The January 31st deadline to apply for a Pride Foundation or GSBA Scholarship is just weeks away. Applications and additional details for the 2011 scholarship cycle are available online at www.PrideFoundationScholar.org! Since 1993, more than $2 million in scholarships to support education and leadership development has been awarded to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) and straight-ally students. ... Read More»
The 75+ members of Rainbow City Band – Puget Sound’s own LGBTQ and allied band – are a group that welcomes a challenge! A new project means time to work together, learn and laugh – all skills that RCB has in spades. Five years ago the idea was hatched ... Read More»
Natalie Washington received Pride Foundation scholarships in 2007 and 2008 while at Central Washington University pursuing her B.A. degree. We asked Natalie to speak at this year's Scholarship Awards Breakfast, where she updated us on how her career in student affairs has progressed since graduation. Probably, what most people will remember most though ... Read More»
To: The hundreds of applicants who were incredibly qualified but did not receive a scholarship From: Anthony Papini, Pride Foundation Scholarship Director Dear Scholarship Applicants (Who were incredibly qualified but did not get scholarship funds), I am writing this open letter to you to let you know first and foremost, we are incredibly proud of you. Your contributions to your communities and your ... Read More»
I am just back from a fantastic weekend in Missoula and Kalispell, Montana. I went to Montana for the true pleasure of facilitating the grant review, where local volunteers decided how Pride Foundation's dollars should be awarded in their state. The committee had some very profound discussions about what makes a healthy community. We also talked about ways Pride Foundation ... Read More»
The first question everyone asks when I tell them that we have a 113% increase in scholarship applicants is; how did that happen? I have heard some people make assumptions that it is due to the economy, and so many people returning to school, but I don’t think that tells the full story. I believe there are two major factors that ... Read More»