To provide support for females living in Washington County who need financial assistance in order to pursue education or job training in order to become self-sufficient.
Applicant must be a woman of at least age 19 by date of application, with a high school diploma or GED; must be a resident of Washington County (Charlestown, Exeter, Hopkinton, Narragansett, New Shoreham/Block Island, North Kingstown, Richmond, South Kingstown, or Westerly) in Rhode Island; must be enrolled, or accepted, in a career/vocational training or certificate program, or working toward a first degree (i.e., associate or bachelor’s); must demonstrate financial need and the motivation to achieve educational and career goals.
Preference is given to highly motivated women, with or without dependents, who need further education or training to become self-sufficient.
(401)274-4564