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Education Awards
Funding for women’s post-secondary education
Last Update: May 16, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 14, 2025
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program supports women pursuing post-secondary education through awards and bursaries. Funding may cover tuition, housing, childcare, and related education expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 14, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pursuing post-secondary education
- Leadership development linked to education
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Reference letters
- Academic record
- Proof of registration
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women
- Learning to Lead™ participants
- Students at partner institutions with Minerva BC Champions Awards
Eligible expenses
- Tuition
- Housing
- Childcare
- Related education expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an independent assessor.
- Successful applicants are notified by email by July 31 for university-based and college-based programs.
- Funding is released after proof of completed registration is provided.
- Renewal requires an academic record and proof of registration for the next session.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by an independent assessor.
- Successful applicants are notified by email.
- No appeals process is available.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Education Awards Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Education Awards. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Education Awards?
This program supports women pursuing post-secondary education through awards and bursaries. Funding may cover tuition, housing, childcare, and related education expenses.
How much funding can be received?
Education Awards Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Education Awards program?
To be eligible for the Education Awards program, you must:
Women in post-secondary education
Priority to Indigenous women or single parents
Priority to law, justice, Indigenous, or environmental studies
What expenses are eligible under Education Awards?
Pursuing post-secondary education
Leadership development linked to education
Who can I contact for more information about the Education Awards?
You can contact Minerva BC by email at info@rudderreidfoundation.com or by phone at none.
Where is the Education Awards available?
The Education Awards program is available the province of British Columbia.
Who are the financial supporters of the Education Awards?
Education Awards is funded by Minerva BC, D. Michael A. Rudder and Susan E. Reid Charitable Foundation (RRCF)