Barbara Cain Literary Scholarship
Barbara was a beloved mother who devoted her life to her career as a librarian.
Being in the library surrounded by books was Barbara’s passion and she deeply loved the work she did. Barbara was dedicated to the library, making a difference in the lives of the young readers she encountered.
This scholarship aims to honor Barbara’s life by supporting students who love reading to encourage them to maintain their passion for books.
Any high school senior or undergraduate student who loves books may apply for this scholarship, but students who are looking to become librarians or volunteer in libraries are preferred.
To apply, tell us what you’ve learned from the books you’ve read and how they’ve shaped your goals.
What have you learned from the books you've read, and how have they shaped your goals?
Winners and Finalists
October 2023
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Oct 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 21, 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 Oct 21, 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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