Apply now to Face of Today's Self-Investment Scholarship! Two multi-year $5,000 scholarships towards post-secondary schooling are available to those eligible, who submit an essay on how they have invested in their mental health and wellbeing during a time of crisis. 


The Self-Investment Scholarship is eligible to students:

a. Graduating from Grade 12 or a successful high school graduate

b. Accepted or enrolled in a recognized college or university program, job skills training program, apprenticeship program or other vocational program (proof of enrolment will be required for final payment)

c. Able to demonstrate the need for financial assistance for their study program, and

d. Submit an application form including a 2500 word essay about a time when you prioritized or invested in your mental health and wellbeing during a time of crisis

DEADLINE: This application MUST be submitted by Tuesday August 4, 2020 to be considered 

Recipients will be contacted by August 12, 2020.


Visit::http://www.faceoftoday.ca/selfinvestmentscholarship ]http://www.faceoftoday.ca/selfinvestmentscholarship to submit your essay.

Each year, the Alexandra Foundation for Neighbourhood Houses provides financial assistance to deserving students who wish to pursue post-secondary training in the artistic, academic or technical field.  Up to eight Elmer Helm Youth Fund awards may be presented, of which a minimum of four will go to new recipients, while up to four may be given to prior recipients who are continuing their undergraduate studies.  Each recipient will receive $1,500.00 in two payments of $750.00 in early August and January.  To be eligible for this award, students must demonstrate they are planning to pursue studies in a certificate or degree program at the college or university level, and must be significantly involved in their community in a volunteer capacity.   If you have any questions regarding the eligibility or application process, please contact Carly Geistlinger at[ mailto:central@anhbc.org ]central@anhbc.org.
 
What is the Elmer Helm Youth Fund?
 
Each year, hundreds of youth are denied their dream of post-secondary education. This is not for lack of talent or commitment, it’s because they lack the financial means. Elmer Helm had a dream: to make a positive difference in the community by acting on the belief that when people work together to strengthen their neighborhoods, everyone benefits.
 
This fund is to assist youth who may not have the financial means to participate in achieving their goal of post-secondary education. Students who receive this award are eligible for funding for up to 4 years. The fund is open to young people under the age of 25 years old. This fund is not a primarily academic competition. Of equal importance to academic success is contribution to the community exemplifying the Neighbourhood House ideal of community service and strengthening communities. Recipients of the fund will receive $1500 in two installments (August and January) over the course of the year.
 
Application Procedure:
 
The following information should be mailed to The Alexandra Foundation for Neighbourhood Housesat 203-3102 Main Street, Vancouver BC V5T 3G7 (Attention: Carly Geistlinger) or via email to central@anhbc.org ]central@anhbc.org:
 
1)     A letter from the candidate outlining personal and career goals, and an explanation of why the candidate believes he or she should be selected for the award.
2)     Three letters of reference from members of the community or from school.
3)     Documentation regarding academic standing and other accomplishments (i.e. transcripts).
4)     Contact information ( Name, Phone number, address, and Email Address)
 
The deadline for all applications is Tuesday, June 30, 2020. All applications must be received by 5:00pm on this date.

​Especially during these tough times, we are continuing to accept applications for the 2020 scholarship for the 14th consecutive year.

Deadline: June 12, 2020

Amount of Award: $1,000

To apply for this scholarship students will need to write an essay on the topic listed on our website at https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. 

The submissions must be sent to us by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com