Alberta Golf announces $54,000 in scholarship funds
For Immediate Release
September 9, 2016
NEWS RELEASE
Alberta Golf announces $54,000 in scholarship funds
Over 40 successful applicants were awarded scholarships for the 2016-17 academic year
CALGARY, Alta. (Alberta Golf) – Many golfers will be heading back to school with a scholarship this year, after Alberta Golf announced the 2016 scholarship recipients. The successful applicants include past Team Alberta members, past Interprovincial Team members, Alberta Junior Champions, Alberta Amateur Champions, as well as students who simply enjoy the sport. In fact, Alberta Golf’s scholarship program is open to all applicants pursuing their academic interests such that golfing ability is not a requirement. More than 20 of the recipients are past junior players who have competed in Alberta Golf’s provincial championships and several continue to play at a post-secondary level.
Scholarship applications are evaluated by a committee of volunteers based on the criteria of financial need, grade point average and volunteer experience. The funds for the scholarships are generated through a yearly casino, the generosity of patrons and from various donors and foundations.
Thanks to the following donors and foundations for their support:
Lola Rozsa, Frank Lindsay, R.E. Courage, Bob Rintoul, Jeff Llewellyn, Charles C. Reid, Christa Spahmann, McLennan Ross Junior Tour, Sun Life Financial and Alberta Golf Foundation
The 2016 scholarship recipients are:
Lindsay Almberg, Barrett Belland, Katie Benoit, Quinn Ceplis, Andrew Chelack, Celine Copeland, Courtney Dickson, Claire Emery, Jolene Freerksen, Kevin Gfrerer, Heather Gisi, Patrick Gobran, Andrew Harrison, Bria Jansen, Conaire Kehoe, Peter Keith, Kat Kennedy, Alissa Kuhn, Julie Kuhn, Brendan Kuny, Carolyn Lee, Daria Leidenius, Shaye Leidenius, Erin Martens, Kate Martens, Scott McNichol, Melanie Murchison, Brandon Murphy, Hamzah Naeem, Nathan Nobert, Jack Pengelly, Allan Pruss, Michael Pruss, Dalton Ronan, Elliot Saive, Tyler Saunders, Luke Scanlon, Amanda Sha, Tyler Vandermeer, Mackenzie Walker, Sydney Weber, Rachel Wiebe and Jack Wood.
The application process for the 2017 academic year starts January 1, with a deadline of July 15, 2017. For more information on the application process, click here.
Individual and corporate donations are greatly appreciated. Each donation is eligible to receive a tax receipt. To donate online at any time, click here.
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About Alberta Golf:
The Alberta Golf Association was incorporated as a society in 1912 and continues today as a not for profit Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) operating as Alberta Golf. As the PSO, we are committed to realizing the positive impacts of golf on individuals and communities across Alberta. Our vision is that through golf, Albertans will enjoy a high quality of life, improved health and wellness, a strong sense of community, economic benefits and personal fulfillment.
For more information:
Chloe Mansfield
Manager, Member & Public Relations
Alberta Golf
(c) 587-435-6334
