Scholarships & Awards

Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award

The deadline for submissions is July 1, 2025.  A local recipient will receive a $1000 award from the Quaboag Valley Club. The top District 1 recipient will then be eligible for one of 10 International awards of $10,000 each.

Zonta Women in STEM Award

The deadline for submissions is October 1, 2025.  A local recipient will receive a $1000 award from the Quaboag Valley Club. The top District 1 recipient will then be eligible for one of 16 International awards of $10,000 each.

Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award

The deadline for submissions for the 2025 Award has passed.  A local recipient will receive a $1000 award from the Quaboag Valley Club. The top District 1 recipient will then be eligible for one of 32 International awards of $5,000 each. This award recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life.  The 2026 Application will be available on or around 11/2025. 

 

Amelia Earhart Fellowship

The deadline for submissions for the 2025 Award has passed.  The Amelia Earhart Fellowship was established in 1938 in honor of famed pilot and Zontian, Amelia Earhart. The US$10,000 Fellowship is awarded annually to up to 30 women pursuing Ph.D./doctoral degrees in aerospace engineering and space sciences. The 2026 Application will be posted at zonta.org/AEFellowship.