Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor is pleased to be offering a new $2,000 “Educational Opportunity Award.” This award will help women in overcoming financial difficulties and bettering their lives through education and training. The recipient may use the cash award to offset any costs of higher education, such as tuition, books, childcare and transportation. The award goes to a woman, living in San Juan County, who is enrolled in an undergraduate or vocational degree program of study, including online educational programs.  An applicant does not need to be the primary wage earner in a household to be eligible for this award.

For information on how to apply, please visit the Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor website at www.sifri.org.  Applications are due by Feb. 15.