• 2026 IBS First-Time Attendee Scholarship

  • Eligibility Requirements

  • The following statements must ALL be true to be eligible to apply.*
  • About you

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Date of Birth*
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • Current Employment Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Essay Question

    Please answer the following question in paragraph form, not exceeding 150 words.
  • Application Authorization and Release of Information

  • I certify that all information provided to the NYSBA Research & Education Foundation (REF) is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I certify that I meet all eligibility requirements specified in this application.

    I hereby authorize the NYSBA Research & Education Foundation to verify the information provided for the purpose of evaluating my grant application. I further authorize the NYSBA Research & Education Foundation to use information from my application, including my name, employer, award details, photographs, recordings, electronic images, testimonials, or other publicity materials submitted by me or obtained during the grant process, for educational, promotional, public relations, or workforce development purposes without further compensation.

    The NYSBA Research & Education Foundation reserves the right to request additional documentation to verify eligibility and to administer the IBS First-Time Attendee Scholarship

    Applicant agrees to the above terms and conditions.

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