ABOUT THE AWARD
Thank you for your interest in nominating a current high school senior for the Claire McGeehan Leadership Award. Media Fellowship House created this award in 2022 to honor the life and legacy of dedicated Media Fellowship House Board Member, community volunteer, and long-time educator Claire Dowdy McGeehan.
We recognize that it is often those who have faced adversity who develop the key leadership skills of perseverance, resiliency, and compassion. Too often these qualities are under-recognized for the role they play in leadership. Through this scholarship program, we strive to empower our youth by lifting up the diverse life experiences and challenges that build character, develop leadership skills, and inspire a more compassionate community.
This multi-year scholarship provides a scholarship of $2,000/year for up to 4 years for a student's chosen post-secondary program. We are committed to staying in touch with students over the next four years to provide guidance and support through a network of mentors.