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TWIG Root Fund: a scholarship program for members!

We are happy to offer scholarships in 2019 to empower women who share our vision of advancing environmental sustainability.

The goals of this scholarship are:

• To support women seeking to expand their skills, knowledge and experience through continuing education opportunities.

• To increase access to continued education for women with the means to otherwise attend.

• Attract and welcome new faces to TWIG, especially those representing underserved populations, professions, communities, and strategic partners working in these communities.

• Expand participation in the TWIG network by providing a platform that facilitates connections between a diversity of people to share their knowledge, perspectives and passion.

• Invest in individuals who are positioned to advance the mission of TWIG.

Qualifying undertakings include course study in environmental science and environmental sustainability; attendance at sustainability conferences, summits, seminars, and retreats; and other activities deemed worthy by the Board of Directors.

Scholarship recipient eligibility criteria:

• Must not be a member of the Board of Directors of TWIG

• Should demonstrate a valid and reasonable need for the scholarship

• Should demonstrate a personal or professional background or goal that merits receipt of the scholarship

• Should demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing environmental sustainability through engagement over the long term.

• Must be a Tennessee resident or enrolled in a Tennessee educational program

Please fill out ALL fields in this application and send to tnwomeningreen@gmail.com.