AFTRA/HELLER MEMORIAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPSAmerican Federation of Television and Radio Artists Attn: AFTRA/Heller Memorial Foundation, Inc. 260 Madison Avenue, Seventh Floor New York, NY 10016 Phone:(212) 532-0800 Fax: (212) 532-2242 E-mail: info@aftra.com Web: www.aftra.orglresources/intro.htrul Summary: To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students who are members or the dependent children of members of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA). Eligibility: Open to AFTRA members and the dependent children of AFTRA members (or deceased members) in good standing for at least 5 years. Applicants may be interested in working on a bachelor's or advanced degree in any field, including broadcast journalism and labor relations, or professional training in the performing arts. Selection is based on academic achievement and financial need. Financial data: Stipends up to $2,500 per year are available. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable. Number awarded: 12 to 15 each year. Deadline: April of each year. |