Scholarships, Fellowships, and Loans | United Community Services for Working Families

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Reading, PA 19601
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Ted Bricker Scholarship
Ronald Lorah Memorial Scholarship

Ted Bricker Scholarship

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award available to child of a union member who is a parent or guardian. Must be a resident of Pennsylvania. Must submit essay that is clear, concise, persuasive and shows a commitment to the community. Application deadline is June 30. Focus: Social Services Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to employees or relatives of employees within the following industries: community service.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $500. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1 scholarship(s), totalling $500. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay. Deadline: 6/30. Contact: Ruth Mathews, Executive Director, 610-374-3319, ucswf1@enter.net.

Ronald Lorah Memorial Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award available to a union member, spouse of a union member, or child of a union member. Must be a resident of Pennsylvania. Must submit essay that is clear, concise, persuasive and show an understanding of unions. Application deadline is July 23. Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $750. Maximum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 2 scholarship(s). To Apply: Required: application form; financial need analysis; essay. Deadline: 7/23. Contact: Ruth Mathews, Executive Director, 610-374-3319, ucswf1@enter.net.