Contest Winner: Harvesting Citrus
Harvesting Citrus with the Irvine Rotary Youth Service Essay Contest Winner
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How much is the scholarship and what can I use it for?
Scholarship winners will receive up to $5,000, based upon available funding. The money must be used for educational purposes.
Program funds are split between contest winners at local Irvine high schools.
What is an example of a major issue facing our community?
Our country and our community have witnessed challenges never experienced before. COVID19, wildfires, layoffs, changes in farming, and business closures are all forces that have caused many thriving families to face realities and experiences both new and frightening. Help us find a solution to address some of these challenges with consideration of Rotary’s Seven Areas of Focus.
Rotary’s Seven Areas of Focus
Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For 120 years, Rotary’s people of action have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end.
Now…it’s your turn.
What are the criteria for the project?
The project must be an original one created by the student. It must fit within at least one Area of Focus. It must be within Orange County, and have activities that Irvine Rotary members can participate in. The project itself would be implemented in the 2024-2025 school year.
How do I apply?
Follow these simple steps.
The 2024 application cycle is now open.
Applications for 2024-25 are due by midnight on March 31, 2024.
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Identify a service project
Service Project
Think of an impactful ‘hands-on’ project that you can plan, coordinate, which our members can execute locally that has benefits for Irvine and Orange County.
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Get parental consent
Parental Consent
If you are under 18, you’ll need parental consents to participate in this opportunity.
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Share your idea and plan it out
Share Your Idea
Tell others about your idea. Think about how you can best impact our community. Consider resources, time, budget, and practicality. Oh, and make sure to have some fun too.
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Apply for scholarship
Application
Time for you to apply — The Rotary Club of Irvine funds the most impactful, well-planned projects. It’s time for you to share with us your scholarship winning idea.
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