The Mental Health Association in Genesee County awards two scholarships annually to deserving students who are pursuing their education at an institution of higher learning in the fields of human or social services.
The mission of the MHA is to meet the needs of the community by promoting mental wellness through education, advocacy and support, thereby improving the quality of life and instilling hope.
The two scholarships to be presented at the MHA’s annual meeting in May are:
- Constance E. Miller Scholarship Award in the amount of $2,000 (She founded the MHA in Genesee County in 1993.)
- MHA Board of Directors Scholarship Award in the amount of $500.
Applicants must have their primary residence in Genesee County.
A copy of the application is available online at www.gcmha.com
Applications are due to the MHA no later than April 1.
Applicants must provide: Name, mailing address, e-mail address, phone number, name of college or university accepted at, course of study or program enrolled in; and it asks if you are a relative of a current MHA employee or board member.
These are the requirements:
- Applicant must be accepted at an accredited college or university and enrolled in an eligible program by the time the scholarship is awarded.
- Eligible programs include: Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology or Human Services.
- Current MHA employees and board members are not eligible. Relatives of MHA employees and board members are also not eligible.
- Applicants must provide: (1) Academic history such as high school or college transcripts. (2) Resume or personal biography including work history, volunteer experiences, extra-curricular activities. (3) Essay that addresses educational and employment objectives. (4) Two letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes from people who know your academic and work/volunteer history. Letters from relatives will not be accepted.
- Financial need, volunteerism, employment history and civic involvement will be given careful consideration.
Applications should be mailed to:
Scholarship Program
Mental Health Association in Genesee County
25 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020
Or send e-mail to:
e-mailadmin@mhagenesee.org
