We Believe:           

            In Education

            In Mentoring

            In Equality

            In Diversity

 In Community

            In Fairness

            In Leadership

            In Your Future

•  Mission
  

The GLBA Scholarship Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to investing in the future leaders of the GLBT community and our nation by providing outstanding students with financial resources, role modeling and inspiration. Students must demonstrate that they have the capacity and vision to improve an aspect of the GLBT community.

•  Vision
  

Vision brings philanthropy. We believe by supporting the development of diversified leadership who possess vision, drive, compassion and knowledge, in turn we will create awareness of the varied GLBT community.

•  Goals

1. Award 4 scholarships of $2,000 and 1 Little Sister's scholarship of $1000 annually to students attending BC post-secondary educational institutions.
2. Provide mentorship to the scholarship recipients from our vast GLBA membership
3. Raise the profile of the GLBA of BC within the business, GLBT, and other communities.
4. Develop business and community leadership and other skills to the benefit of the GLBT community.

• Funding
  

100% of every dollar donated to The GLBA Scholarship Foundation goes to fund scholarships. This is made possible by the commitment and generosity of the Gay and Lesbian Business Association of BC (GLBA) which covers all administrative expenses of the foundation.  Please Make a Pledge today.

•  Scholarships
  

The awards are given to students who are either enrolled or who have completed at least a 9 month full time program within the 2009 year:

• 4 Scholarships of $2000
• 1 Little Sister's Scholarship of $1000
• Applicants must be enrolled, working in, or will complete their program in the last 12 months

• Requirements

Each applicant will be assessed on these requirements:

1. Two letters of reference (at least one from faculty member of instructor)
2. Verification of enrollment
3. Most Recent Transcripts
4. A letter of intent detailing why you should be the recipient of this award. (all media accepted)
5. Fully completed consent form
6. A one hour interview, either in person or by telephone.
7. Be available to accept the award at the 2010 LOUD Awards in April.

•  Timeline

November 16, 2009          Open to applications

January 31, 2010             Deadline for applications (completed applications must be mailed by no later than Jan 31, 2010)

March 2010                     Award Scholarships

Please Make a Pledge today or please download the document below if you want to get involved or would like more information about LOUD: