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Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre
Funding for graduate studies in home economics
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This award provides up to $1,000 per student each year, with a total annual amount of $8,000 available. It supports graduate study in Home Economics/Human Ecology and considers volunteer work in the selection process.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Graduate study in Home Economics/Human Ecology.
- Graduate student research under the award.
Documents Needed
- Completed Graduate Student Award application form.
- Proof of current registration at a Canadian university.
- One- to two-page description of volunteer work.
- Two reference letters related to the volunteer work.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Graduate students in Home Economics/Human Ecology.
- Students enrolled in a Canadian university.
- Part-time graduate students.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital assets, including computers and sewing machines.
- Food for hospitality purposes, such as breaks or conference meals.
- Personal travel to conferences, workshops, or other professional development.
- School-based activities normally funded by a school.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Volunteer work in a Home Economics/Human Ecology area.
- Volunteer work in general.
- Preference for applicants with a related undergraduate degree.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill out the Graduate Student Award application form.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Prepare proof of current registration at a Canadian university.
- Write a one- to two-page description of volunteer work.
- Collect two reference letters related to the volunteer work.
- Step 3: Submit by email
- Send the application and attachments to grants@chef-fcef.ca.
- Submit before September 30.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Recipients are selected based on the stated award criteria.
- The Board may decide not to award funds in a given year.
Additional information
- The award can be held for multiple years, but a new application is required each year.
- The deadline for applications is September 30.
- Graduate student research is funded under this award.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre Program
What is the Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre?
This award provides up to $1,000 per student each year, with a total annual amount of $8,000 available. It supports graduate study in Home Economics/Human Ecology and considers volunteer work in the selection process.
How much funding can be received?
Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre program?
To be eligible for the Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre program, you must:
Graduate student in Home Economics/Human Ecology.
Enrolled at a Canadian university.
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or landed immigrant.
What expenses are eligible under Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre?
Graduate study in Home Economics/Human Ecology.
Graduate student research under the award.
Who can I contact for more information about the Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre?
You can contact Canadian Home Economics Foundation (CHEF) by email at grants@chef-fcef.ca.
Where is the Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre available?
The Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre program is available across Canada.
Is the Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Graduate Student Award - Verna M. Lefebvre is a Grant and Funding