Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award

An award from Zonta International that recognizes young women ages 16 to 19 for leadership and public service. Applicants show volunteer commitment, leadership experience, and knowledge of Zonta, and apply first through a local Zonta club. Recipients are chosen at the club, district, and international levels, with 37 international awards of US$5,000 each. Zonta club members and past district and international recipients are not eligible.

Offered by Zonta International. Scholarship for high school students in USA. Format: Hybrid. Cost: Stipend. Grades 10–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Leadership, Civics, Women in STEM, Policy

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 10 to 12. It runs online and in person (nationwide).
Cost: Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates: No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award

When is the Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award?

High school students in grades 10 to 12. It runs online and in person (nationwide). Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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