Erica Waasdorp Scholarship Fund
The Erica Waasdorp Scholarship Fund was established in 2024 to provide scholarships to cover educational event registration costs for nonprofit fundraisers.
As a fundraiser and fundraising consultant, Erica Waasdorp has been especially passionate about direct mail and recurring giving/sustainers for her whole career.
Always an advocate for the work of DMAW, Erica has a lifetime of contributing educational content and training for nonprofit professionals, including many sustainer workshops ahead of and during the Bridge Conference. Erica continues to this day, teaching direct mail and recurring giving webinars and workshops virtually.
A lifelong learner herself, she established The Erica Waasdorp Scholarship Fund to help mentor and educate the future generation of direct response fundraisers. The fund provides scholarships to help pay the registration fees for educational events for nonprofit fundraisers.
Scholarship Requirements
The Erica Waasdorp Scholarship Fund is available to all nonprofit professionals interested in attending a DMAW educational event. Both members and nonmembers are welcome to apply for scholarship access to events.
Note: Nonmembers of DMAW may be awarded a scholarship on a one-time basis and must become DMAW members for future eligibility.
How Applicants are Selected for Funding
The selection committee looks for candidates who demonstrate a strong passion for direct response marketing and fundraising with a clear desire to enhance their skills through DMAW’s educational opportunities.
Conditions of Award
If you receive a scholarship, you agree to the following:
- Share Your Experience. Submit a blog post for DMAW or an article for Direct Impact,
DMAW's bi-monthly magazine, within 2 months of the event you attended. - Engage Fully: Attend the event with enthusiasm, an open mind and a readiness to learn.
- Build Connections: Actively participate in networking opportunities to expand your professional and
personal network! - Enjoy the Experience: Make the most of the event and have a fantastic time!
These conditions are designed to ensure you gain maximum value from the scholarship and contribute to DMAW's vibrant community!
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