Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA)

Support Future Leaders in Accounting! For this year’s Day of Giving, join the Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting in supporting women with financial need in pursuing accounting degrees to achieve their educational goals and transform their lives. Your contribution will help provide scholarships, mentorship, and opportunities for aspiring female professionals. Together we can make a difference!?https://efwa.org #DayOfGiving #WomeninAccounting #EFWA

The Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA) provides scholarships and mentoring, supporting equitable access to education and the advancement of women who are pursuing careers in accounting. EFWA annually awards scholarships to women who are pursuing accounting degrees. Whether pursuing an associate’s degree, a bachelor’s degree or an advanced degree the Foundation is able to provide financial support while empowering and encouraging women to pursue a career in accounting. This year, EFWA received an unprecedented number of applications from aspiring female accountants across the country. The selection process was rigorous. EFWA is delighted to recognize the following outstanding individuals as EFWA 2024 scholarship recipients: ? Natasha Riley attending Southern New Hampshire University ? Tiandra Threat attending Virginia Commonwealth University ? Amber Cox attending Texas A&M ? Kimberly Watts attending Southern New Hampshire University ? Angela Blair attending Lake Land College received the American Dream Scholarship ? Rebekha Bokrand attending Texas Tech University received the Laurels Fund Scholarship ? Crystal Walls attending Southern New Hampshire Universityreceived a two-year Women-In-Need Scholarship ? Christina Hudak attending Southern New Hampshire University received a two-year Women-In-Transition Scholarship ? JerDee Burnett attending Western Governors University received year two of a Women-In-Need Scholarship Each recipient receives a monetary award along with a mentor and networking support. EFWA in partnership with IMA (Institute of Management Accountants), provided three IMA scholarships, two undergraduate and one graduate to women in accounting who are the primary source of support for themselves and their families. Erica H. who will be attending Oregon State University and Kristine M. who will be attending Montana State University Billings received the undergraduate scholarships and Latrice Lewis who is attending Metropolitan State University of Denver received the graduate scholarship. All three recipients receive a monetary award along with member benefits from IMA, including a free student membership for three years, and the waiver of CMA (Certified Management Accountant) entrance and exam fees. EFWA is excited to be able to continue to fulfill our mission of providing scholarships and mentoring in our pursuit of the advancement of women who are pursuing careers in accounting, something we’ve been doing for nearly 60 years. Our scholarships are sometimes the very piece of the puzzle that allow these women’s dreams to become a reality,” said Alexandra Miller, CPA, president of EFWA. Holly Bacon, a 2023 scholarship recipient, is pursuing her dream of earning a degree and recently shared, “I am grateful for the opportunity the scholarship has provided me. This has made a real difference in my life.” For more information about EFWA scholarships and/or how you can donate, visit efwa.org.

Join Us to Empower Women in Accounting! April 19, 2024 The Metropolitan Club in Covington, Kentucky 4:00-6:00 PM We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Spring into Connections Reception, a special event dedicated to supporting and uplifting aspiring female professionals in the field of accounting. Hosted by the Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA) and sponsored by Alexandra L. Miller, CPA, P.C., this evening is all about networking, inspiration and making a real impact. Your participation and contributions will directly support our scholarship programs, mentorship initiatives and educational resources, paving the way for a brighter future in accounting for women everywhere. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eYGMu6_d

Then Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA) is now accepting applications for the new year. Use the link below to apply! https://lnkd.in/dShm4XkB