The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Pittsburgh established the Memorial Membership Fund to aid students with educational grants. The Fund was begun in 1927 to be used for two missionary training scholarships totaling $400. In the 84 years of its existence, the scope of the Fund has widened to include nursing, seminarians and other humanitarian fields of study.
Funds are raised through gifts from individuals or groups in memory of a loved one or friend. This money is invested and the interest used for the granting purposes.
Grants will be given in September, 2012. Each applicant must:
be an Episcopalian in good standing (active) in a parish in the Diocese of Pittsburgh,
have completed one year of college or the equivalent,
- be pursuing education in either church or humanitarian related fields,
- submit an application, including a letter stating goals and need, and
- submit a reference letter from their parish priest.
The Memorial Membership Committee will consider each request based on individual need and circumstances. Scholarships are completely unencumbered and may be used as needed to aid the recipient in achieving his/her educational goals.
The applications must be received prior to September 1, 2012. The application form is available online by clicking here or can be obtained from the diocesan office at 4099 William Penn Hwy, Suite 502, Monroeville, PA 15146 or 412-721-0853.
For additional information please contact Nancy Kenny at 724-325-4769.