Award: Based on availability of funds, with potential Leisnoi, Inc. match.
Deadline: No deadline, Open Continuously; Please allow up to 4 weeks for processing.
Purpose: The TNV Vocational Grant is to assist Tangirnaq Native Village enrolled citizens whom have chosen to further their education through vocational training. Vocational Grant provide funding for non-degree seeking individuals enrolled in an accredited vocational, technical program or training.
We are excited to share that Leisnoi, Inc. is now matching Tangirnaq Native Village (TNV) Vocational Scholarship awards based on the student’s financial need, up to $5,000 for eligible applicants. This opportunity is available to students who are enrolled Tribal Citizens of Tangirnaq Native Village and Leisnoi Shareholders. To receive the matching award, Leisnoi also requires that a stock will be on file. Eligible students may receive up to $10,000 in total vocational scholarship support through this combined funding opportunity.
Requirements: Any qualified student who is accepted to or enrolled in an accredited, state or municipally recognized vocational school and:
- Must be enrolled in the Tangirnaq Native Village, and
- Must be a Koniag shareholder or registered descendant
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 or the equivalent
- Demonstrate how the training will assist student in gaining employment or job security and/or advancement.
Applicants who are not currently enrolled in the Tangirnaq Native Village must complete enrollment form and provide required documentation. For more information on enrollment contact TNV offices at info@woodyisland.com or by calling 907-486-9872.
Required Documents for Vocational Scholarship
The following documents must be submitted for consideration of this award:
- Essay: Your essay must include at least a paragraph on each of the following: 1) a brief personal and family history including how you or your family is connected to Woody Island and/or Kodiak Island, 2) community involvement/volunteer activities, 3) career and educational goals, and 4) Explain how this education will enhance your ability to find employment and/or improve current employment. (Min. 500 words)
- Recent Resume with employment history, volunteer/community service, additional education/training, 2 pages maximum.
- One Letter of Recommendation: A signed and dated letter of recommendation (LOR) should be from current/former employer, mentor or coach who knows you well and can reflect on your character and potential. The recommender should detail their relationship to you, how long they have known you, and why you would be an ideal candidate for this scholarship. Letters from immediate family members are not accepted. LOR’s must be signed, dated, and not more than one year old.
- Photo: A recent headshot
Review Process:
KEF will review all information on the vocational grant application, this would include post-training verification. KEF will provide the TNV Executive Director for the list of applicants for approval.
Disbursement of Funds:
If awarded, applicants will be notified by email. The awarded funds will be sent directly to the recipient’s school/program and may be used for reasonable expenses in conjunction with the courses taken which the committee determines as acceptable costs. Any funds not used by the recipient will be returned.
All vocational grant funds must be sent directly to the institute where training is taking place