Scholarships
Purpose
In recognition and thankfulness to the Gibbs Family, Green-Rock Audubon Society offers scholarships to promote conservation education, environment and climate sciences, and love of wild places and species through higher education and other educational experiences.
Eligibility
The criteria on which applications will be judged are listed in order of importance. Each application is to
be reviewed by a committee and will be judged on the merit of one or more of the following:
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The applicant resides in Rock County, Green County, or Lafayette County, Wisconsin.
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The applicant has the intention of studying biology, geology, environmental science, conservation, or other subjects related to the mission of Green-Rock Audubon.
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The applicant’s well written reason and commitment are worthy of funding.
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The applicant self-identifies as a minority in their field of study.
Due Dates
Scholarship applications will be due no later than July 1st. Committee will start reviewing in May on a rolling basis. Awards are intended to be announced around the first week of August.
Scholarship Amounts
Two or more scholarships in the amount of $1000 or more each will be awarded to higher
education students.
Green-Rock Audubon reserves the right to withhold awards in a given year.
How to Apply
Application essays will answer the following question in 1-2 pages and can be submitted by filling out the submission form corresponding to the scholarship for which you are applying. (Please copy and paste essay text.)
College Scholarship Questions:
Be sure to include your name, year of study, intended major, and the name of the higher education institution you will attend. Include any relevant volunteer or work experience you have engaged in. Describe what nature conservation means to you?
What facet of environmental studies do you plan to focus on?
How do you believe your higher education will positively affect the future of the environment?
What inspired you to be passionate about nature and the major you are pursuing?
What changes would you like to see your community implement to be more ecologically responsible? How will this award impact your goals for your education?
Camp Scholarship Question:
How do you expect your camp experience to positively affect you and your
community? Please include your name, age, and the name of the camp you wish to attend. Also,
answer: Will you attend this camp if you do not receive the scholarship?