Gateway Services announces $2,500 scholarship

The Gateway Services Inc. Scholarship application now is open to students who plan to study in a field related to intellectual/developmental disabilities, including but not limited to human services, psychology, sociology, social work or special education.

Students currently enrolled in a college or university are eligible to apply. Applicants attending a two-year college may apply with the understanding that they are to continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields of study.

Applicants must reside in Bureau, Marshall or Putnam counties. A one-time scholarship of $2,500 will be awarded annually as funds permit. Applications must be received by March 1 and can be found at forms.gle/6285TAYfiZkGSZFa6. A link is pinned on Gateway’s Facebook page and also can be found on its website at gateway-services.org under the “resources” tab.

Selection of the scholarship recipient will be made on or before April 30. The decision will be based on a combination of community involvement and the future goals of the applicant.

“We are excited to announce the development of our scholarship fund,” Gateway Services CEO Tracy Wright said in a news release. “We have been so fortunate to benefit from kind and generous acts from all over our communities, and this is our opportunity to give back. This is also a great way to help a deserving student who will make a future impact in the world of intellectual/developmental disabilities.”

Nearing its 55th year in existence, Gateway Services provides a variety of services and supports for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in Bureau, Marshall and Putnam counties.