Dream Big: Staten Island Women Get a Boost for Education

Soroptimist International of Staten Island is offering grants to women who are the main breadwinners in their families, aiming to support their educational and job training goals.

Key Details

• Deadline to Apply: November 15
• Application Link: soroptimistsi.org/live-your-dream

Grant Benefits

• Can be used for:
• Tuition
• Books
• Childcare
• Transportation
• Other education or training-related costs
• Local winners can compete at the regional level for up to $5,000 more.

Impact of the Program

• President Tina Bilcher-Murphy emphasizes that education and training can:
• Boost women's confidence
• Improve their lives

• Help their communities

• The Live Your Dream Award distributes over $2.8 million annually to women who are heads of households and in need of financial support.

• Since its inception in 1972, the program has given out over $35 million to support women and their families.

• A study by The Fels Institute of Government at the University of Pennsylvania found that the program helps recipients:
• Improve their quality of life
• Build confidence
• Often inspires them to help others

About Soroptimist International of Staten Island

• Part of a global volunteer organization that empowers women and girls through education and training.
• Relies on donations to fund its programs.