WomenLead recognizes the need for diverse leadership in ministry, nonprofits and civic organizations and accelerates the extraordinary leadership of diverse women of faith to lead change by using their talents to educate, advocate, and activate. Two educational scholarships in the amount of $3,000 will be awarded annually to women of Christian faith seeking a Masters or PhD that will prepare them to serve in public service, non-profit leadership, and/or in Christian ministry.
Eligible candidates for the scholarship should meet the following criteria: Enroll or be enrolled in an accredited U.S. theological seminary or post-graduate institution pursuing a master's or doctoral degree; Be in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale; Demonstrate active Christian faith and practice, and/or a personal call to ministry; Exhibit leadership with a commitment to influence systems and communities for broad impact; Be involved in civic engagement, social change, and service and demonstrate a history of involvement; and Commit to a career in Christian ministry, government agencies, public and private educational institutions, nonprofit, philanthropic, public health and/or advocacy organizations.