The Women’s International Fund for Education (WIFE)

The Women’s International Fund for Education (WIFE) is an organization in the United States of America that aims to support young women throughout the world in reaching their goals to become college/university graduates and leaders in their communities. WIFE strives to make the world a better place by educating women showing leadership potential. WIFE was formed in 2010 by a group of young women in California. The funds available for the scholarship were raised through the generous donations of community members and a few small businesses.

The Women’s International Fund for Education’s scholarship program is dedicated to serving young women who strive to become leaders within their community. The scholarship is designed to be the “seed” that allows each applicant to grow and develop innovative projects and careers. Scholarships will be awarded to women who demonstrate their desire to improve the quality of life in their communities as well as the state of the environment.

The Women’s International Fund for Education offers scholarships to women who show tremendous potential. The scholarship is offered for one academic year. Throughout the school year the applicant is required to update WIFE regularly, through e-mail or video chat correspondence. After the completion of the applicant’s first year, the applicant is required to fill out a survey to provide WIFE with information on their accomplishments. Applicants are encouraged to re-apply for the scholarship annually.

Scholarship funds awarded by the Women’s International Fund for Education will be applied to the recipient’s account at her school, NOT directly to the individual. Certain cases may be required to answer follow up questions to determine eligibility.

Eligible applicants must demonstrate financial need, academic ability, leadership skills, career goals and a desire to improve the welfare of their community and/or the health of the environment.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a woman at least of age to enter college/university
• Demonstrate financial need
• Demonstrate leadership skills in your community
• Commit to WIFE’s binding contract and mentorship program
• Demonstrate the desire to improve your community and the environment