2023 Ruth Kroll Scholar Application

The Ruth Kroll Scholarship recognizes an exceptional young woman between the ages of 16 and 19 who possesses a strong Jewish identity and nurtures the Jewish values embodied by Ruth Kroll: empathy, humility, inclusivity, non-judgment, women’s equality, and the importance of education.

Recipients will receive a financial scholarship to be used towards their education and/or support of philanthropic interests.

Criteria for Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to be eligible for the Ruth Kroll Scholarship:

Identify as a woman aged 16 to 19 years
Self-identify as Jewish
Reside in Middlesex or Monmouth counties
Attend a high school, vocational school, or college in New Jersey
Exhibit proven commitment to the value and practice of tikkun olam (repair the world) over time without compensation

Applicants may only receive this scholarship one time.

***ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2024 ***

Decisions will be made after the above deadlines.

Questions? Contact Inbar Robbins at [email protected] or 732.588.1838

General Information

Applicant Name

Applicant Email

Current Grade

Parent/Guardian Main Contact Name

Parent/Guardian Main Contact Email

Additional Information

Applicant Cell Phone Number

Applicant Address

Applicant Date of Birth

Name of school you attend

I identify as female (Yes)

Are you involved in any Jewish organizations? If so, please list.

Please list your volunteer activities (include names of organizations, if applicable)

List a reference with contact information (this individual should be able to speak to your volunteerism; no family members)

Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian #1

Name

Address

Phone Number

Parent/Guardian #2

Name

Address

Phone Number

Essay #1

How do you nurture the Jewish values embodied by Ruth Kroll: empathy, humility, inclusivity, non-judgment, and the ideals of education and women’s equality? (250 word limit)

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Essay #2

How do you make a difference in your community? Please use specific examples that incorporate your volunteerism (500 word limit).

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E-Signature of Participant

Date

E-Signature of Parent/Guardian

Date

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