AWARD DETAILS
The Margaret “Agnguarta” Roberts Memorial Scholarship is in honor) of the late Elder Margaret “Agnguarta” Roberts. The Tangirnaq Native Village (TNV) recognizes and memorializes Margaret’s tireless efforts to showcase Alutiiq culture through language, dance, and wellness initiatives, as well as her advocacy in promoting education, vocational and career enhancement of our Tribal citizens. Margaret’s lifetime advocacy for the Alutiiq people will live on and help to guide future generations.
The TNV Scholarship awards up to $4,000 annually to eligible full-time students and $2,000 annually to eligible part-time students(dependent upon available funding). Potential Leisnoi, Inc. match.
Checks will be made payable directly to the institution. Applications are open March 1st and have a deadline of June 1st annually.
We are excited to share that Leisnoi, Inc. will match TNV’s Higher Education Scholarship awards to all approved applicants. Applicants must also be enrolled citizens of TNV and shareholders of Leisnoi, Inc. Please contact the Leisnoi office for more information or email info@leisnoi.com.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must be a Tangirnaq Native Village Tribal Citizen.
- Applicants must indicate if they are a Leisnoi, Inc. Shareholder to receive their scholarship match.
- Applicants must be high school graduates or GED equivalent by June 30.
- Be accepted to or attending an accredited college for at least six credits/units (2 classes) per term.
- Students are required to have and maintain a 2.5+ GPA and satisfactory academic progress as defined by the institution.
- Preference will be given to full-time students.
- Must meet all other KEF eligibility requirements.
The link for the website to apply is: https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/gd3mzG