GULFPORT, FL: The LGBTQ Resource Center at Gulfport Public Library is proud to announce it is offering a $1000 scholarship for the continuing education of an LGBTQ student from Gulfport. The Resource Center’s inaugural LGBTQ Scholar Award is intended to help students continue their post-graduate education, whether in college or trade school.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and have completed high school by June 2019. They must have a home address within the last two years in Gulfport and be currently accepted to or already attending an accredited post-secondary institution. Finally, applicants must be registered for full-time attendance in the fall of 2019 in an undergraduate, graduate or trade school program.
Application packets may be picked up at the Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Ave. S.) or accessed online at www.mygulfport.us/lgbtq-resources.
Completed applications must be received by June 3, 2019. Reference letters are due no later than June 10. Please direct questions to Susan Gore, c/o LGBTQ Resource Center, Gulfport Library or at susangphd@gmail.com.
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