Apply for a Travel Scholarship for Leadership Bootcamp
Thank you for your interest in attending the weDignify Leadership Bootcamp! We hope you are able to attend. weDignify offers financial assistance to students in need as a way to ensure maximum leadership development.
To apply for a weDignify Leadership Bootcamp Scholarship, submit the following as one PDF document to m.ilas@wedignify.org:
Page 1: Cover letter addressed to Maria Ilas, Director of Mission Formation, including the amount you are requesting for travel & any pertinent details (i.e. “I am requesting $300 for round trip flights between Philadelphia and Chicago, the cost via Southwest.”)
Page 2: In 250 words or less or less, explain why you wish to attend the weDignify Leadership Bootcamp and how your experience would aid you in your leadership development and campus impact.
Please submit your application no later than May 31st to allow us to purchase any necessary transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum scholarship amount? We do not have a maximum payment amount. However, in order to be good stewards of the gifts of our donors, we will look to minimize costs while ensuring a comfortable travel experience. We ask that students work alongside our staff to find reasonable options. We can help you in this search.
What if I’m driving from out of state? weDignify will reimburse mileage based on the current IRS reimbursement rate, currently $0.67 per mile.
Which airport should I fly into? Generally we will request you fly into Chicago Midway or Chicago O’Hare, where another student or staff member can pick you up and drop you off. In limited cases, it may make more sense to fly into Champaign (Willard) Airport or another local area. After you apply, weDignify staff can assist you in finding the best option.