PTPI Grants and Scholarships

PTPI offers grants and scholarships for it chapters and members. Even non-members may apply for some grants.

European Program Fund

Aim

The aim of the fund is to promote PTPI chapters and members in Europe.

Applicants

Dues paying chapters chartered by PTPI and members in Europe can apply. Examples of support: Chapters: Own programs, programs with other chapters or other organisation. New ideas for programs are encouraged. Individuals: Participation in PTPI Worldwide Conference, regional events and participation in new and innovative projects. Programs and participation should promote PTPE and its local chapters. Example of programs that are not supported: studies and direct travel support.

Deadline

There is no deadline, but applications should be made at least one month prior to the program.

More information

For more information, please visit www.ptpe.org/epf

PTPI Matching Grant

Aim

Chapter Grants are intended to financially assist chapters as they plan and carry out programs. PTPI strives to assist the largest number of chapters the budget will allow. PTPI offer two types of grants:

1. Chapter Grant of $250.00

2. Chapter Matching Grant– PTPI will match chapter funds, up to $1000.

Examples of programs that may receive chapter grants includes but are not limited to:

  • Local community events;
  • Chapter fundraisers;
  • Networking with other organizations;
  • Exchanges through the International Visitors Program;
  • Assisting students who wish to participate in the Global Youth Forum;
  • Global Youth Service Day projects;
  • Cultural programs;
  • Humanitarian programs;
  • Chapter liability insurance.

Applicants

Only applications from PTPI chapters in good standing (membership dues are current) that have been established for at least one year will be considered.

Deadline

Grants are awarded on a quarterly basis with application deadlines on March 15, June 15, September 15 and December 15. Applications (completed application and program budget) need to be submitted at least three months in advance. Applicants will be notified by the last day of each quarter.

More information

For more information, please visit www.ptpi.org/students/ChapterGrants.aspx or contact PTPI European Office.

Joyce C. Hall College Scholarship

Aim

The scholarship aims to cover school and college costs. There are five scholarships of each $2,000.00.

Applicants

Applicants must have had experience with People to People International through participation in one of our various programs, such as the Student Ambassador Program, student or community chapter activities, School and Classroom Program, Global Youth Forum, etc. Applicants must be a current member of People to People International. The applicant must currently be a high school senior or a full-time college or university student and must maintain a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. International students are encouraged to apply.

Deadline

The deadline for the application is October 15th. The application can be sent by postal mail or scanned via e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

More information

For more information please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.ptpi.org/students/Scholarships.aspx

The Fund for American Studies Program Scholarship

Aim

The spring of 2002, People to People International (PTPI) forged a relationship with The Fund for American Studies (TFAS). The goals of TFAS’s programs, American Institute on Political and Economic Systems, Prague; International Institute for Political and Economic Studies, Greece; and Asia Institute for Political Economy, Hong Kong; are very similar to the mission of PTPI. We invite qualified registrants of TFAS to apply for a PTPI scholarship.

The scholarships are $500.00 each and up to four (4) will be selected annually. Each award will be sent to the scholarship winner. Acceptance to TFAS Program will be confirmed before any funds are processed.

Applicants

Membership and participation in a People to People International Chapter is preferred.

The applicant must have applied and been accepted to a Fund for American Studies Program when they apply for the scholarship. Scholarships will not be finalized until proof of program acceptance is received at PTPI World Headquarters.

The scholarship is available for the following programs (Stand November 2009):

  • American Institute on Political and Economic Systems, Prague;
  • International Institute for Political and Economic Studies, Greece;
  • Asia Institute for Political Economy, Hong Kong.

Deadline

Deadline for the application is usually in March. Exact details and application forms will be announced later.

More information

For more information please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.ptpi.org/tfas

James & Eunice Doty PTP/Congressional Award Scholarship

Aim

In 1986, People to People International established the James and Eunice Doty/People to People International /Congressional Award Scholarship Fund in cooperation with the Congressional Award Leadership Commission. At the end of each calendar year, scholarships are awarded to four high school students (college students are not eligible) who have earned the Congressional Award that year.

Applicants

Students are eligible to apply for the 2010 scholarship if they earn and receive the Congressional Award prior to October 15, 2009.

To be eligible for the 2010 Scholarship, applicants must:

  • have earned the 2009 Congressional Award (bronze, silver, or gold);
  • be at least 16 years of age and not older than 18 at time of travel;
  • currently be a high school student or a 2010 graduating senior;
  • be in good academic standing;
  • demonstrate maturity and well-rounded interests; and
  • demonstrate financial need.

Applicants who have already been awarded the James and Eunice Doty People to People International /Congressional Award Scholarship are unable to reapply. You may only receive the scholarship one time and the scholarship is not renewable or transferable. You must use the scholarship during the calendar year specified or it will be deemed invalid. Employees, Officers, Trustees and Directors of People to People International and their respective families are not eligible to apply for the James and Eunice Doty PTPI/Congressional Award Scholarship.

People to People International publicizes this scholarship via the Congressional Award Foundation in Washington, DC. For more information on the Congressional Award program please visit their website at www.congressionalaward.org.

Deadline

October 15th.

More information

For more information please contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.ptpi.org/students/Scholarships.aspx.

PTPI Awards

People to People International grants several awards to chapters, members and non-members. For a complete list including detailed description, please visit www.ptpi.org/community/AwardsNominations.aspx

Supporting PTPI and our Programs

Help make a difference in the world by contributing to one of the many funds at People to People International. Whether it's supporting a student to participate in one of our programs or donating to the International Friendship Fund which enables members to assist or contribute to the people and/or facilities they visit throughout the world, or help PTPI’s chapter network to assist each other in times of community need, one of them is right for you! Help us achieve our goals and make a difference in the world today.

For support you may visit www.ptpi.org/donations/default.aspx There are currently the following funds avaiable to support:

  • Eisenhower Legacy Fund
  • International Friendship Fund
  • Global Landmine Initiative
  • Operation Iraqi Children
  • Suzanne Mubarak Pioneer of Peace (Peace Camp) Fund
  • Hostler Global Youth Forum Scholarship
  • Youth Leadership Fund

For support direct to PTPI's European Council, please contact PTPI's European Office.

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