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Annual awards and scholarships are available for qualified emps
Bernhard Timmerman Award
Bernard Timmermann, was a YMCA professional for over 40 years and an avid photographer who often provided slide shows at various YMCA conferences. The Bernhard Timmermann Award, a check for $100, is presented annually at the Emps Banquet held at the close of each summer season. This award is given to an undergraduate who has made a significant contribution to the photographic life of the Silver Bay Association. Selection is made on the basis of submission of work consisting of black and white prints, color prints, or slide transparencies of Silver Bay. Please contact the Personnel Department at cclose@silverbay.org for an application.
"Doc" McConaughy Award
Harold L. McConaughy, better known as "Doc" was the executive director of the Silver Bay Association from 1952- 1966. The "Doc" McConaughy Award is given annually to the emp who best embodies the "second mile spirit" of Silver Bay. The award winner receives an inscribed silver bowl, an award certificate and their name placed on the permanent plaque in Gullen Lounge. Nominations by any Silver Bay staff member are collected during a three week period each summer. A selection committee consisting of previous award winners, the personnel director and the executive director makes the final decision based on staff nominations. The award is presented at the Emps Banquet. Please contact the Personnel Department at cclose@silverbay.org for an application.
Emps' Fellowship Scholarship
The Emps' Fellowship Scholarship was established in the Fall of 1994. The inspiration for this scholarship was a donation to Emps' Fellowship by Betty Merrell (Emp 1952) in memory of her brother, Robert Merrell (Emp 1953-54) and a bequest from the estate of Mildred Gott Bryan in memory of Robert Merrell. The purpose of the scholarship is "to provide additional financial support to a summer employee who, but for this assistance, would not otherwise be able to work at Silver Bay". The total stipend shall be in an amount to be determined by the Scholarship Committee, but not less than $1,000.
The first two scholarships were awarded in 1997. Thanks to the continuing support of former Emps and friends of the Emp community the Scholarship Fund continues to grow and hence the Emps' Fellowship's ability to award additional scholarships. Please contact the Personnel Department at cclose@silverbay.org for an application.
Peter Neal Memorial Scholarship
Peter Neal was an Emp at Silver Bay from 1981-1982. After a courageous battle with cancer, Peter passed away in April 1992. Peter’s family and friends established a scholarship fund that individuals contribute to on an annual basis. Each year a summer Emp, who exemplifies the spirit of service and commitment to enriching the lives of others through their work is awarded financial aid to further their education. The amount of money varies depending upon the needs of the individual. Please contact the Personnel Department at cclose@silverbay.org for an application.
John Costello Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a person(s) who enjoys the arts and is looking to enrich their lives and others through the Silver Bay Experience. Developed in memory of John Costello, a local resident who worked at Silver Bay. The recipient(s) of this award is expected to help organize a coffee house to raise money for the continuation of this scholarship. Applications are due prior to the start of the summer season. Please contact the Personnel Department at cclose@silverbay.org for an application.
Springfield College YMCA Matching Scholarship Fund
Both Undergraduate and Graduate students at Springfield College, who received one of the above scholarships is eligible for matching funds through Springfield College. For further information please contact the Office of YMCA Relations at Springfield College.
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