Professional Development Scholarship - Maryland Recreation and Parks Association

Professional Development Scholarship

This scholarship program offers assistance to professionals in expanding their industry knowledge and achieving career goals.

The scholarship can be used to attend any local, regional, or national park and recreation-related educational training events

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Currently employed as a professional in the parks, recreation, and leisure field in the state of Maryland.
Applicants must be a current member of the Maryland Recreation and Parks Association.
A letter of recommendation from your organization’s director or immediate supervisor

Fields marked with an * are required.

Applicant Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Please enter your preferred email address. This can be work or personal.

Phone *

Organization *

Employer Address *

Current Position *

Immediate Supervisor/Manager Name *

Immediate Supervisor/Manager Email *

Program/Event Information

Name of Program/Event & Date(s) *

Please list the name of the program or event that you are looking to attend, as well as the date(s).

Format:(in-person, webinar,online course,conference) *

Is this an in-person, webinar, online course, and/or conference

In-Person

Webinar

Online Course

Conference

Have you attended this course/event previously? *

If yes to the question above, please indicate the year(s) attended.

Scholarship Amount Requested (Up to $300) *

Have you already registered? *

Financial Need *

Are you receiving any financial assistance from your organization, employer, or another source to help cover the cost of this course? If yes, please describe the amount and source of support.

Professional Background

Provide a brief summary of your current or previous contributions to MRPA. *

Please describe your experience with volunteerism and community involvement, including any current or past involvement with MRPA (e.g., committees, events, volunteering, leadership roles).

Describe how this program/event will support your career growth and professional goals? *

List any professional certifications or memberships you currently hold *

If none, enter N/A.

Documentation

Letter of Support *

Please enter your letter of support or recommendation.

20MB max

Resume/CV (No more than 3 pages)

Please enter a resume/cover letter that is no more than 3 pages long.

20MB max

Acknowledgement

Acknowledgement *

I hereby apply to MRPA for a scholarship and certify that I meet all Applicant Eligibility requirements. I understand and agree that, as a condition of receiving this scholarship, I am legally obligated to provide both (a) proof of attendance and/or a certificate of completion, and (b) submit either a written testimonial, video testimonial, or Conference/Event/Program Newsletter Summary within 7 business days of redeeming the award.

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