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LOCAL HONORS AND AWARDS
Violet Richardson Award― This
award is given annually to a girl between the ages of 14 and 17 who
is active in volunteer service. This year, $200 will be given to the
winner, and $200 will be donated to the organization where she
volunteers. Deadline for completed applications is December 1.
Contact: Nancy Lodge, 503-838-2314 or email
pd1571@yahoo.com.
Women's Opportunity Award― This
need-based award is given annually to a woman head-of-household who
is enrolled in college or a vocational training program in order to
increase her employment options. The $1000 cash grant may be used
for anything that helps her achieve her education goals: tuition,
books, housing, transportation, child care, etc. Deadline for
completed applications is December 15. Contact: Nancy Lodge,
503-838-2314 or email
pd1571@yahoo.com.
Making a Difference for Women Award―
This award is given annually to a local woman who, through her
personal or professional life, works to improve the lives of women
or girls. A donation will be made to the charity of her choice.
Nominations must be received by December 30. Contact: Carol
Snyder, 503-364-8674 or email
crlsnyd@open.org.
All three awards will be presented at the Awards Banquet.
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