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Provides up to $1,500 in financial aid per year for expenses related to attending college, trade school or other specialized training to gain employment.

Educational Gratuity program provides financial assistance to children of honorably discharged veterans who have service-connected disabilities and served during a period of war or armed conflict or children of veterans who die or died in service during a period of war or armed conflict. Payment will not exceed $500.00 per term or semester per qualified child to each approved educational institution upon submission by that approved educational institution of proof of matriculation of the applicant. Educational gratuity payments are paid directly to the Educational Institution and may not be made for longer than 4 scholastic years.

Provides support for local patients and their families with services that include: comfort gift bags to anyone diagnosed with breast cancer; gift cards for meals after surgery; grants to help with medical, travel, and living expenses; house cleaning for stage 4 members; health lifestyle programs; holiday presents; online peer to peer support; and college scholarships for children affected.

Business and professional leaders united who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Focus on giving of themselves in both time and talent. Through annual fundraisers the organization supports many local non-profits. Meetings are held regularly. New membership submissions welcome and encouraged.

Provides need-based, partial scholarships through a random lottery hosted in December and March.

Provides employment and training support to individuals of Native American, Alaskan, and Hawaiian descent. Services include financial aid for education and job training programs, help with employment-related issues (resume writing, interview skills, etc.), vocational assessment, referral to other available programs, and direct job referrals/placements.

Provides funding to medical students with a strong connection to Lancaster County, who demonstrate academic achievement, motivation and leadership, show an interest in meeting societal needs and share a desire to potentially serve Lancaster County residents as a future physician

Provides children with essential clothing year-round.

Provides grants for postsecondary school education.

AMVETS implements programs for and advocates on behalf of veterans and their families. A network of AMVETS National Service Officers (NSOs) are stationed at VA regional offices and medical centers and provide information, counseling and claims assistance to all veterans and their dependants in matters concerning education, disability compensation, employment, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pension and other benefits. Annually awards scholarships to veterans and their dependents. Also conducts programs to teach children about American heritage, civics and citizenship. Pennsylvania AMVETS CODE Career Center provides asset assessment, resume writing assistance, interview skills training, and exploration into education, training, licensing, and certification opportunities.

Student Veterans of America (SVA) provides military veterans with the resources, support, and advocacy necessary to succeed in higher education and following graduation.

Scholarship memberships. Funding is available for low income families and individuals. Financial aid pays for a percentage of the membership fees.

Provides scholarships for higher education to high school students. Scholarships may be used at two-year and four-year colleges and nursing, business, and vocational schools. The number of scholarships and the amount varies yearly depending on fund-raising activities.

Offers first-generation high school students assistance with the college search and transition process; training for college admissions criteria and planning for deadlines and required fees; guidance with college and financial aid applications, testing, and personal essay writing; and mentorship through the student's college career. Also awards scholarships to qualified students.

Awards annual scholarship ($600 for 4 years, total: $2,400) to children of veterans.

Assists in the successful transitions between high school and college and/or work by helping students gain the skills, knowledge, and expertise needed for their postsecondary success.

Offers free access to extensive information about higher education funding.

Provides up to a $2,000 scholarship for the purpose of tuition reimbursement, course books, enrollment fees and fees associated with certification and testing.

Provides the opportunity for youth to participate in school sanctioned activities (athletics, band, and graduation) by providing assistance to help cover the cost of participating. Program would pay a set amount for equipment/necessary items used to participate in school events.

Offers support for the development of healthy individuals, families, and communities by promoting self-sufficiency, hard work, and generosity.

As a Veteran, you may be eligible for educational benefits through numerous GI Bill programs. Once you've decided to use your GI Bill benefits, it's important to choose the proper school and type of training. VA's decision-making tools will help you get the most from your benefits.

Scholarship memberships. Funding is available for low income families and individuals. Financial aid pays for a percentage of the membership fees.

Various types educational workshops for students that are in middle school to college level, to help and assist in their developement.

Provides off and on-campus employment including gardening, tour guides, secretarial, maintenance, and certain high-tech scientific and engineering jobs.

Promotes natural resource stewardship and provides scholarships for graduating seniors who will be focusing on natural resources or conservation in continuing their education