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SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Black Women's Task Force is proud to announce 2009-2010 scholarship winners.

The winning recipients are:

Christina Rigaud -$750.00

Education:
McDonogh 35 High School
University of Arizona
Worked at a Data Entry Specialist for Chirco Automotive
Major: English plans to graduate in May of 2010

Community Service:
Volunteered Canyon Crest Nursing Home where her mother was a resident
 

Shahayla Byrd-$750.00

Education:
Cesar Chaves High School
University of Arizona
Major Pre-Pharmacy

Community Service: Founder of Umoja Newsletter
Cheer coach at The Boys and Girls Club
Office of Admissions UofA recruiter
Tucson Urban League-dance instructor


Beatrice Abiero-$1000.00

Education:
Barry Goldwater High School
University of AZ
Major: Pre-Health Education

Community Service:
African Students Association-U of A
Developed AALS (African American Life
Sciences) informational book
Women's Resource Center


The BWTF held it's first  scholarship awards ceremony at the Tucson Southern Arizona Black Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, February 20, 2010. We are so proud of the recipients and wish them much success in their academic, professional and personal future.  We are looking forward to the next scholarship.  Our scholarship fund is supported by fundraiser events and donations from the community.  All contributions are welcome.



Black Women's Task Force Scholarship Guidelines

The Black Women’s Task Force, in accordance with its’ mission statement, is committed to the betterment of African American women as they pursue educational goals through the provision of financial assistance.

Qualifications:

  1. Applicant must be attending or accepted to a Southern Arizona college, university or an accredited business or vocational school.

  2. Applicant must demonstrate the need for financial assistance.

Thank you for your interest in our scholarships. Our application process is now closed.
Scholarship awards will be announced mid December.

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