In order to prevent players from having to forego opportunities to maximize their potential as volleyball players due to financial constraints, Virginia Elite has established a scholarship program to provide financial support to club members in need. The amount and number of scholarships will vary based on availability of funds. Normally, the scholarship fund will be established in January each year, but if additional funds become available, subsequent rounds of awards will be held. Scholarships will be awarded only to current club members who are current in their fee payments, and will be based solely on demonstrated financial need. Financial needs may vary, from income, to exceptional circumstances such and medical bills, or employment changes. Scholarships may be granted to specific demographic groups at the request of a donor, but the club will make every effort to ensure that all players in need have access to scholarships. All scholarships will be awarded in accordance with NCAA rules to ensure players do not jeopardize their eligibility.

 

Those desiring scholarships should submit the attached application to the Scholarship Coordinator (Barbara Lowrey) no later than January 1, 2010. The Coordinator will collect all applications and present them to the Scholarship Committee, comprised of the members of the Executive Committee of Virginia Elite. Winners and losers will be notified no later than January 15, 2010. 

 

Once award determination is made, the Scholarship Coordinator will inform all applicants of the result of the Executive Committee vote and request documentation verifying financial need from those awarded scholarships. After financial information is verified, all documentation of applicants will be destroyed to maintain the privacy of the player. Winners’ names and scholarship amounts will be maintained by the Scholarship Coordinator only for financial reporting purposes. Names of scholarship winners will not be announced in order to protect the privacy of the player and her family.