Ivy Hicks - GCWC 2021 FOBSE recipient
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An observer of this recipient’s work with children at Camp Moonlight described her as the leader of 7 year olds who followed her around like ducklings after their mother. Perhaps it’s Ivy Hicks’ curious nature that is so appealing to youngsters…..and really “all those around her admire her – not just children.” Ivy tells us “I can’t wait to try a bunch of new things in college!” Will those “things” be math-related? Biology-related? Environment-related? Astronomy-related? Most likely All of the Above. The things that Ivy will try out will be “new” because she will find the connections. Since her essays serve as models for her class and classes to come, we know that she will articulate her future discoveries wonderfully for everyone to understand. From volleyball and basketball courts to the WMPAC jazz band state to the many other venues, Ivy approaches everything with grace and tenderness. Ivy will be attending Whitman College in Walla Walla Washington. |
A message from Ivy:
Dear Gallatin Canyon Women's Club,
I am extremely honored to be the recipient of the 2021 Gallatin Canyon Women's Club Scholarship. Going to college is an exciting new adventure in my life and with your support I can say I am definitely more confident going forward.
I am planning to attend Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington and although I am currently undecided on my major I am interested in biology, environmental science, and business. I can't wait to try out a bunch of new things! I am also excited to explore the area around Whitman. The school's outdoor program hosts activities every week ranging from rock climbing to kayaking to hiking. I am definitely going to miss Big Sky but I can't wait to experience everything Whitman has to offer! I wish you all the best.
Thank you so much for awarding me this scholarship.
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Sincerely,
Ivy Hicks
SCHOLARSHIP
The Gallatin Canyon Women's Club Scholarship Fund was established in 1977 to commemorate the Club's fiftieth anniversary. Money for the fund comes from member donations. The scholarship is intended to be merit-based. Financial need is not a consideration; however, preference may be given to, but not restricted by, financial need. There are no constraints on race, ethnicity, birth, country, religion, gender or disabilities.
GCWC is pleased to now offer our annual Scholarship through the Friends of Big Sky Education (FOBSE), a 501(c)(3) organization. This change was approved at our 2015 Annual Meeting. Members have two ways to donate (all amounts contributed directly to FOBSE are tax-deductible) -
1. Send a check directly to FOBSE at PO Box 160633, Big Sky, MT 59716 (please indicate GCWC on the memo line).
2. Include a second check payable to FOBSE with your registration form.
3. Indicate an additional amount with your GCWC registration dues (Not tax deductible).
GCWC is pleased to now offer our annual Scholarship through the Friends of Big Sky Education (FOBSE), a 501(c)(3) organization. This change was approved at our 2015 Annual Meeting. Members have two ways to donate (all amounts contributed directly to FOBSE are tax-deductible) -
1. Send a check directly to FOBSE at PO Box 160633, Big Sky, MT 59716 (please indicate GCWC on the memo line).
2. Include a second check payable to FOBSE with your registration form.
3. Indicate an additional amount with your GCWC registration dues (Not tax deductible).
PHILANTHROPY
The Gallatin Canyon Women's Club is very proud of our history of supporting worthy organizations in the Big Sky/Gallatin Canyon/Bozeman area. Members donate to the GCWC Philanthropy Fund and each fall the money collected is distributed to area organizations. The GCWC 2021 Philanthropy Fund totaled $8700. Thank you members!
Big Sky Chapel
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Big Sky Chapel
(From Left to Right) Stacey Chapman - GCWC President Diane Lundsten - Big Sky Chapel Sheila Krieg - GCWC Treasurer Betsy McFadden - Philanthropy Committee Member (Albe in the background giving us a 'Thank You' bow!) |
Big Sky Community Organization
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Big Sky Community Organization
(From Left to Right) Sheila Krieg - GCWC Treasurer Sara Marino - BSCO Betsy McFadden - Philanthropy Committee Member Stacey Chapman - GCWC President |
Big Sky Community Food Bank
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Big Sky Community Food Bank
(From Left to Right) Stacey Chapman - GCWC President Sheila Krieg - GCWC Treasurer Laine Hegness - BSCFB Sarah Gaither - BSCFB Betsy McFadden - Philanthropy Committee Member |
Big Sky Community Library
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Big Sky Community Library
(From Left to Right) Betsy McFadden - Philanthropy Committee member Stacey Chapman - GCWC President Amy Hunter - Big Sky Librarian Sheila Krieg - GCWC Treasurer (Look 👀 at all the room for more books in Spanish!) |
Women in Action
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Women In Action
(From Left to Right) Stacey Chapman - GCWC President Jennifer Reed - WIA President |
If your organization would like to be considered, please complete and submit a request (click here for form). Requests must be received by July 1st for consideration of 2022 fund distribution.