MRPA Scholarships
MRPA maintains a commitment to the excellence of the recreation and parks industry by providing alternative sources of income for educational opportunities. Take advantage of these scholarship opportunities and you may receive up to $300 in scholarship money!
Eligibility:
- All applicants must be MRPA members and must live, work, or be active volunteers in Maryland.
- Priority is given to applicants who have not previously received an MRPA scholarship.
- Applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria: MRPA involvement, contributions to the profession, financial resources, and individual merit.
Scholarships may be awarded in the following two categories:
- Professional Development (Training Courses/Programs, Certifications)
- Conferences and Event Registration
Important Notice!
- The amount of a scholarship will vary by category. Applicants may request up to $300; awards may be awarded for a lower amount.
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
- Applications must be submitted 30 days prior to conference and event registration deadlines. Scholarships do not cover any travel-related costs (hotel, transportation, parking, meals, etc.). Not transferable to other individuals.
Criteria
- All applicants must be MRPA members and must live, work or be active volunteers in Maryland.
- Priority is given to applicants who have not received a previous scholarship and/or grant.
- Applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria: MRPA involvement, contributions to the profession, transcripts, financial resources, individual merit, and/or personal interview.
- Proof of attendance for the course or workshop is required. For academic scholarships, the participant must provide a copy of the final course grades, which must be a "B" or higher, before the scholarship can be reimbursed.
MRPA is grateful for any donations received! Donations will directly benefit the members and the association. To submit a donation, please see the below information. A donation letter will be given for all donations.
Donate by check:
Make checks out to the Maryland Recreation and Parks Association (MRPA)
Mail to: 4101 Crain Highway, Suite 201, Bowie, MD 20716
Donate by online payment:
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