William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship for Minority Students
TheNonprofit Sector Research Fund, a grantmaking program of the AspenInstitute in Washington, DC, offers the William Randolph Hearst EndowedFellowship three times annually. The fellowship, which is based onacademic excellence and need, is open to both undergraduate andgraduate students who are members of minority groups. The Hearst Fellowserves as an intern with the Fund. Through this program, the Fundseeks to introduce a diverse group of students to issues relating tophilanthropy, volunteerism, and nonprofit organizations. Recipientsmay arrange with their colleges or universities to receive academiccredit for this experience.
The Nonprofit Sector Research Fund was established in1991 to expand understanding of nonprofit activities, includingphilanthropy and its underlying values, by making grants to supportresearch undertaken by scholars and nonprofit practitioners.
Activities:
In his or her internship, the Hearst Fellow undertakes general researchand program support for the Fund’s grantmaking and outreach efforts.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate for this fellowship is a highly motivatedcontinuing graduate or undergraduate student from an underrepresentedcommunity. She or he should have an excellent academic record and alsohave the following:
- 1. Outstanding research skills;
2. A background in the social sciences or humanities;
3. Excellent writing and communication skills;
4. Demonstrated financial need; and
5. American citizenship.
The student must be able to intern for 10-15 weeks atthe Washington, DC, office of the Aspen Institute. We generally expectthat Fall and Spring internships will be part-time (10-20 hours perweek) and Summer internships will be full-time. All travel and housingcosts must be covered by the student.
Fellowship Stipend:
A fellowship grant of between $2,500 and $5,000 will be awarded,depending on the recipient’s educational level, financial need, andtime commitment.
Application Procedure:
There is no application form for this fellowship. Please send: 1) a letter of interest (include information about datesof availability for the fellowship); 2) a resume; 3) a transcript; 4) aletter from the appropriate university financial aid officer certifyingdemonstrated financial need; and 5) two letters of reference to:
John Russell, Program Coordinator
The Aspen Institute
One Dupont Circle, Suite 700
Washington, DC, 20036
hearstinfo@aspeninstitute.org
Applications are considered three times annually based on the timing of applicants’ availability:
| Internship Availability | Application Deadline | Award Notification |
| Spring 2007 | December 15, 2006 | January 15, 2007 |
| Summer 2007 | March 15, 2007 | April 15, 2007 |
| Fall 2007 | July 15, 2007 | August 15, 2007 |
Late applications will be accepted but may not receive full consideration.
Selection Process:
A committee of the Fund’s governing Council will select the recipient based on the requirements above.
Website: www.nonprofitresearch.org