THE WPCNHF SCHOLARSHIP 2019-2020

Sponsored by the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the
National Hemophilia Foundation

Who is eligible for the WPCNHF Scholarship?

 Any person or immediate family member of a person with hemophilia, von Willebrand Disease, or other inherited bleeding disorder is eligible to apply for this scholarship as long as she/he meets the criteria. The person with the bleeding disorder must either be a member of the Chapter, living in one of the 26 counties served by the Chapter, or be a patient of The Hemophilia Center of Western PA. The candidate must provide proof of enrollment in an accredited school or vocational/technical center and must submit a completed application within the established deadline. Only one full award per degree program or course of study will be granted to any individual. Individuals who have received a partial award (less than $2,500) from WPCNHF in the past are welcome to reapply.

The Process

 The 2019-2020 process will be as follows:

• Applications are being distributed by the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation.
• Applications must be received or postmarked by June 28, 2019. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
• Criteria should include academic excellence (past or present), community service, recommendations, and personal statements.
• Winner(s) will be announced at the WPCNHF Annual Meeting on Thursday, July 25, 2019.

Scholarship Funds

 The WPCNHF Scholarship is a one-time award of up to $2,500. The Chapter is delighted to be in a position to support our community in this way. We wish you the very best of luck as you pursue your dreams.

Click Here to Download the Application and Guidelines