Breast Cancer Awareness Scholarship in Memory of Martha Dickinson
Martha Dickinson was a beloved mother and dedicated elementary school teacher who sadly developed metastatic breast cancer that spread to her bones.
Martha was a fighter and taught her second-grade class until treatments became too much. While Martha sadly passed away, technological advances have drastically improved the prognosis of those diagnosed with breast cancer. Creating awareness, getting to know one’s family history, and engaging in routine screening play key factors in the fight against and prevention of breast cancer. When it comes to health, knowledge truly is power.
This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Martha Dickinson by supporting students who have been impacted by breast cancer.
Any high school or undergraduate student in Maryland who has at least a 3.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship opportunity if their life has been touched by the diagnosis or passing of a loved one due to cancer.
To apply, tell us how cancer has affected your life, what steps can be taken to prevent cancer and detect it early, and why you think you deserve this scholarship.
- How has your life changed as a result of a loved one being diagnosed with or passing from breast cancer?
- What can you do to prevent or detect it early?
- How has genetic testing assisted in the prevention and detection of breast cancer?
- Why do you think you deserve this scholarship?
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The application deadline is Oct 12, 2024. Winners will be announced on Nov 12, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Nov 12, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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