2024 PC Re-Entry Recipient Lizette Lopez. Lizette is majoring in Sociology and hopes to become an elementary counselor. Congratulations, Lizette!
Our Marcia Brown Memorial Scholarship presented to Lizbeth Ramirez Ramos of Harmony Magnet Academy. Congratulations Lizbeth!
Our 2024 Young Women in Public Affairs Award winner, Jayleen Mejia from Granite Hills High School. A special “Thank You” to GHHS Z Club advisor, Tiffany Ross, for presenting the Award on behalf of our club. Congratulations Jayleen and we wish you all the best in your educational journey!
Our 2024 Community Service Award presented to Kaylynn Brassfield of Monache High School. Congratulations Kaylynn!
Here is a brief overview of the scholarships offered by Zonta:
Click here for 2025 Scholarship Overview
Jane M. Klausman Women is Business $1,000 – This scholarship was first awarded in 1998 and is open to women enrolled in at least the second year of an undergraduate program through the final year of a Master’s program in business, leading to a business management career. The program is designed to encourage women to enter careers and to seek leadership positions in business related fields in their communities and throughout the world. More information is available through Zonta International or by contacting Norma Verduzco, Scholarship Chairperson by phone (559) 731-9054 or email at ndverduzco@gmail.com.
Application deadline: March 14, 2025
Young Women In Leadership $1,000 – The goal of this scholarship is to encourage more young women to participate in leadership by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to the advancement of the status of women. Requirements are :
- Woman 16-19 years of age
- Active commitment to volunteerism
- Experience in local or student government
- Volunteer leadership achievements
- Knowledge of Zonta International and its programs
- Advocating of Zonta International’s mission of advancing the status of women worldwide.
Click here for Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) scholarship application.
More information is available on Zonta International. Applications are available from your high school scholarship counselor or by contacting Norma Verduzco, Scholarship Chairperson by phone (559) 731-9054 or email at ndverduzco@gmail.com.
Application deadline: March 14, 2025
Zonta Cares Community Service Award $1,000. – This award is to recognize a female who contributes to her community through volunteer activities. The requirements are:
- Woman graduating senior from within the Porterville Unified School District or Burton Unified School District
- Have at least a cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Provide documentation of volunteer participation and service
Click here for Zonta Cares Community Service Award application. More information is available through your high school scholarship counselor or Norma Verduzco, Scholarship Chairperson by phone (559) 731-9054 or email at ndverduzco@gmail.com.
Application deadline: March 14, 2025
Marcia Brown Memorial Scholarship $1,000 – This scholarship honors the memory of Marcia by offering this scholarship to a deserving graduating high school senior planning to continue her education while majoring in the healthcare field. More information is available through your high school scholarship counselor or Norma Verduzco, Scholarship Chairperson by phone (559) 731-9054 or email at ndverduzco@gmail.com.
Click here for Marcia Brown Memorial Scholarship application.
Application deadline: March 14, 2025
Porterville College Re-Entry Scholarship…$1,500 – Began in the 1980’s this award is offered to local women re-entering college to expand their education and promote their ongoing education. Please see Carol Bodine at Porterville College for more information, deadline information and an application. Contact her at (559) 791-2391 or cbodine@pc.cc.ca.us