Mark & Dorothy Danzker Scholarships for Excellence

Folklorama
Provider
Value
$1000
Deadline
April 24, 2026
Difficulty
Normal

Together with the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, Folklorama is pleased to present the Mark & Dorothy Danzker Scholarship for Excellence, an annual award of excellence for ethno-cultural heritage preservation. The Scholarship honours the memory of philanthropist and former Winnipeg city councillor Mark Danzker and his wife, Dorothy.

Eight post-secondary scholarships of $1,000 each are available.

How to Apply

  • Accepted to or be currently enrolled in a university, college, or other recognized post-secondary institution within Canada with a full course load (as defined by the institution)
  • Between the ages of 17 and 25 years
  • A resident of Manitoba for a minimum of the past six (6) months
  • Demonstrate active involvement in preserving ethno-cultural heritage through volunteerism and/or employment
  • Have achieved a minimum academic average of 70% or a cumulative 2.5 GPA
  • Complete scholarship application form
  • Complete a questionnaire
  • Provide transcripts.
  • Submit two letters of reference.

Applications accepted until Friday April 24 at noon (12:00pm).