The Eric Waldron Scholarship is awarded to a student with cerebral palsy who is a current Lifetime Member of OFCP and who is enrolled in an Ontario College or University and who has already completed their first year.
Amount: $500
Number Available: 1
Deadline: Friday, August 29, 2025
Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy has established several annual awards to acknowledge persons with cerebral palsy, their families, professionals, and community members for their significant contributions in improving the lives of people with cerebral palsy in Ontario.
Criteria
This scholarship is provided to a student with cerebral palsy who is a current Lifetime Member of OFCP and who is enrolled in an Ontario College or University and who has completed his or her first year of instruction at a University or College. Enrolment in programs that will lead to working with individuals with disabilities will be an asset.
The applicant must be a current Member of the OFCP
How to Apply
The Awards Committee is interested in the student’s volunteer and employment endeavors and/or family involvement with an individual(s) with cerebral palsy. Personality, attitude, and leadership attributes of the applicant will also be considered through personal/professional letters of reference. Academic and community references are acceptable.
The application form must be filled out and submitted by Friday, August 29, 2025, along with any reference letters and a short personal statement on educational goals.
Contact Information
Please note that this Award is not automatically presented every year. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Renee Savas at 416-936-6003 or e-mail renee@ofcp.ca.
Source
See Also:
See other Ontario scholarships // See other scholarships for chronic physical disabilities
Last updated: 2025-06-24