In 2024, The Charlotte Lions Club's Scholarship program awarded two graduating seniors who are attending a vocational program (college, or acceptable certified program). Scholarships are based upon financial need, academic achievement, and community service. Julia Hale and Kayla Ewing, from Charlotte High School were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Congratulations Julia and Kayla!
2025 VOCATIONAL/SKILLED TRADES TRAINING SCHOLARSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE
The Charlotte Lions Club, a community service organization, is once again offering two $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors of the Charlotte area (including home school and Eaton RESA). Scholarships are based upon financial need, academic achievement, and community services.
Instruction in vocational skills offers hands-on training in a specific trade or job industry. It can vary in length and may be obtained through a private trade or career school or public college and can lead to either an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or a certificate of completion.
A few examples of training school programs are skilled trades; cosmetology; business and office administration; culinary arts; heavy equipment operators; and health care. Some other examples of vocational training are for students interested in fields that include plumbing, carpentry, construction, welding, HVAC and motorcycle or auto repair, as well as a career in a college/university based program.
If you have any questions about the application process, you may contact Lions Club Scholarship Chair, Dianne Barmes at (269) 832-7934 via call, text or email at dianne.barmes@gmail.com.
2025 scholarship forms can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available through the Charlotte High School Counselor's office. The Lions Club Scholarship Committee reviews the applicant's letters of recommendations, community service involvement, and the academic record. Recipients awarded a scholarship best represent the mission and goals of the Lions Club. The International Lions Club Mission Statement reads "We empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding."
To apply for the Charlotte Lions Club-Michigan Scholarship for Graduating Seniors click on the link to download and print out the application.
Applications are due by April 1, 2025.
