The Michael Burke Sr. Memorial Scholarship aims to empower young adults to become active witnesses of the Catholic faith by developing and executing projects that engage their peers in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The scholarship encourages recipients to create positive community spaces where young people can grow in faith and evangelize others.
Scholarship Details
- Award amount of $5,000 per year ($2,500 per semester) to cover educational expenses
- Includes an additional $200 stipend for project execution (potential for increased funding based on project need)
- Supports college students in developing and executing a faith-based project at their campus or local church
- Scholarship recipients will attend a two-day summer workshop to develop their project
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an incoming or current college student
- Must have a strong understanding of the Catholic faith and a commitment to sharing Christ's teachings
- Project must aim to engage peers in faith and build a faith-based community
Application Process
- Complete the scholarship application form
- Describe your faith-based project idea and how it will engage your peers
- Submit application by the specified deadline
- Top 10 candidates will be notified by April 30th
- Finalists will be interviewed by a panel from the scholarship board
- If selected, attend a two-day summer workshop to develop your project
The Michael Burke Sr. Memorial Scholarship offers an incredible opportunity to grow in your faith while inspiring others. If you're passionate about evangelizing and building a stronger faith-based community, apply today!