Closed
Last Update: May 17, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This bursary offers $2,000 to a graduating PECI student who identifies as female or non-binary. It supports post-secondary education and considers school life, sports, community involvement, and leadership activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary education
- School, sports, and community involvement recognized in the application
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Short essay or video response
- Most recent high school transcript
- Proof of acceptance to a post-secondary institution
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Graduating PECI students
- Female or non-binary students
- Students pursuing post-secondary education
Eligible geographic areas
- PECI
- Picton, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Winners are announced at graduation.
- Applicants must confirm the information submitted is true.
Additional information
- Applications may be submitted online, by email, by mail, or dropped off in person.
- A short video can be submitted instead of a written essay.
- Accessibility support is available upon request.
- Applicants must certify that the information provided is true.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary. 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 Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary?
This bursary offers $2,000 to a graduating PECI student who identifies as female or non-binary. It supports post-secondary education and considers school life, sports, community involvement, and leadership activities.
How much funding can be received?
Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary program?
To be eligible for the Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary program, you must:
Graduating PECI student
Female or non-binary applicant
Planning post-secondary studies
What expenses are eligible under Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary?
Post-secondary education
School, sports, and community involvement recognized in the application
Who can I contact for more information about the Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary?
You can contact The County Foundation by email at info@thecountyfoundation.ca or by phone at 613-519-4470.
Where is the Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary available?
The Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Virginia Cowan Memorial Bursary is a Grant and Funding