Fay and Ken z”l Golden, whose support has allowed Jewish Family Services to offer two education scholarships. (photo from JFS)
Thanks to the generosity of Fay and Ken (z”l) Golden, Jewish Family Services Vancouver has introduced the Fay and Ken Golden Annual Scholarship fund, aimed at supporting the educational endeavours of individuals entering accredited post-secondary institutions.
“We are delighted to support the educational aspirations of Canadian students through the Fay and Ken Golden Annual Scholarship Fund,” said the Goldens. “Education is a cornerstone of personal and societal growth, and we hope these scholarships will empower talented individuals to pursue their academic dreams.”
JFS will offer two scholarships yearly, each valued up to $2,500. These funds will be disbursed as a one-time lump sum per academic year, providing financial assistance to qualified recipients.
The 2024 application period started May 15 and goes until June 30. Successful applicants will be notified no later than Aug. 1, 2024.
To be considered for the Fay and Ken Golden Annual Scholarship Fund, applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.
• Be 40 years old or younger at the time of application.
• Be a first-time post-secondary student.
• Have an annual household income below $60,000.
• Currently be attending or planning to enrol in a post-secondary academic program provided by an accredited, certified educational institution in Canada.
This yearly scholarship fund embodies JFS’s commitment to fostering education and opportunity within the community. JFS is grateful for the Goldens unwavering support and belief in education. For application instructions, visit jfsvancouver.ca/golden.
– Courtesy Jewish Family Services