The Nick Begich Scholarship Intern Fund

The Nick Begich Scholarship Intern Fund was created in 1977 to carry on the ideals of the late Congressman Nicholas J. Begich from Alaska, who came to the state in 1956 as a teacher and believed that education was both a right and a privilege, one that must be available to all as a key to self-realization. Since inception, the Fund has provided over $320,000 in support to exceptional Alaskans, helping them realize their educational goals. Candidates’ applications are received in the early part of each year and reviewed by the Fund’s Board of directors. Successful applicants are usually announced in the month of April, coinciding with the late congressman's birthday, or May.

NOTICE: The 2013/14 awards period will open In October/November 2012, so watch the web site. Applications will close February 28, 2013. Any questions should be directed to : info@nickbegichfund.org

Announcements:

Winners of the 2012/13 School Year scholarships are now posted here. Press Release here.

Kate Baldwin, a past Eugene A. Kennedy Scholar, has been selected as a new member of the Board of the Fund. Stay tuned for more information on her soon!

A memory of late Board member Margaret Ritchie may be found here.

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