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Education Scholarship
OLLB EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Orleans Little League Baseball (OLLB) Education Scholarship is designed to assist active or former OLLB players who are pursuing post-secondary education and to cover educational expenses. The scholarship has a value of $500.00 and is paid from interest earned on OLLB reserve funds.
At OLLB, we believe in the importance of balancing athletics with academics, and this scholarship reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting players both on and off the field. Whether you're attending college, university, or another post-secondary institution, we want to help you succeed in your academic journey.
One scholarship will be awarded each year, and applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined below.
ELIGIBILITY
1. The following are the criteria for an applicant to be eligible for an OLLB Education Scholarship:
APPLICATION
2. The following items make up an application:
We are proud of all our athletes, and through this scholarship, we aim to recognize and support the ambitions of those who pursue higher education. Please help us spread the word about this fantastic opportunity and continue to promote OLLB as a community that values both sportsmanship and learning.
Thank you for being part of the OLLB family.
We wish all applicants the very best of luck!
The Orleans Little League Baseball (OLLB) Education Scholarship is designed to assist active or former OLLB players who are pursuing post-secondary education and to cover educational expenses. The scholarship has a value of $500.00 and is paid from interest earned on OLLB reserve funds.
At OLLB, we believe in the importance of balancing athletics with academics, and this scholarship reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting players both on and off the field. Whether you're attending college, university, or another post-secondary institution, we want to help you succeed in your academic journey.
One scholarship will be awarded each year, and applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined below.
ELIGIBILITY
1. The following are the criteria for an applicant to be eligible for an OLLB Education Scholarship:
- Applicant for a scholarship must have been a Player Member of OLLB for a minimum of three (3) seasons. In the case of multiple applications, preference may be given to applicants with a longer history of play with OLLB.
- Applicant should have played at least one season at the Junior level of play.
- Applicant for a scholarship must be entering their first year of post-secondary education.
- Applicant for a scholarship must be enrolled in a university/community college recognized by the Association of Universities or Colleges of Canada (www.aucc.ca) or the Association of Canadian Community Colleges (www.accc.ca).
APPLICATION
2. The following items make up an application:
- An official transcript of marks from the most recent or last completed year of education.
- A 750 - 1000 word essay on the effects that Little League Baseball had or will have on the applicant, their motivation and achievements in life. Essays will be judged on content and presentation.
- Other factors such as volunteer time with OLLB, involvement in umpiring, number of seasons played, etc.
- Applications must be received by Orleans Little League by Friday, November 29, 2024. Forward applications to ollbvpbaseballops@outlook.com. The successful candidate will be chosen by the OLLB Board of Directors and notified by the Board. An award cheque will be presented upon the successful applicant submitting proof of enrolment at a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Applicants will not be informed of their specific ranking, and the decision of the OLLB Board shall be final. There is no appeal process.
- Questions should be forwarded to the Vice President of Operations ollbvpbaseballops@outlook.com.
We are proud of all our athletes, and through this scholarship, we aim to recognize and support the ambitions of those who pursue higher education. Please help us spread the word about this fantastic opportunity and continue to promote OLLB as a community that values both sportsmanship and learning.
Thank you for being part of the OLLB family.
We wish all applicants the very best of luck!