JPA Scholarship

Jan Pollard Award (JPA) for Professional Growth

What is the JPA Scholarship?

JPA (Jan Pollard Award) funds provide financial assistance to MPI Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter Members seeking educational opportunities to advance their professional careers. In 1998, the Award was named in memorial to Jan Pollard, a beloved and active member of our chapter who passed away unexpectedly.

Who Is Eligible For The JPA Scholarship?

Any MPI Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter member in good standing, which means one has been an MPI member for the past twelve consecutive months; has attended a minimum of four MPI Dallas/Fort Worth monthly Chapter meetings within the past twelve months; and has no other MPI financial subsidies, outstanding commitments, or monies owed to MPI and/or the MPI Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter. Additional criteria are required for the $750 WEC, PEC, CIC Conclave and CMM Grants.

What Activities Qualify For JPA Funds?Scholarships can be awarded for the following events and in the specified amounts:
Non-MPI affiliated industry events (such as those offered by associations like CSEP, DMCP, etc.) - $350, no more than 1 scholarship per member, per fiscal year

MPI DFW chapter events - up to $750 in a calendar year, no more than 2 scholarships per member, per fiscal year

MPI WEC

• MPI WEC-current year’s early bird ticket pricing
• MPI WEC - may request travel expenses covered in lieu of ticket, up to a total of $750
• per member, per fiscal year.
• The maximum number of disbursements applied towards WEC registration will be capped at five (5) applicants per year.

MPI DFW's fiscal year is January 1 - December 31.

How To Apply For The JPA Scholarship Funds? And How Are JPA Funds Distributed?

JPA Scholarship Application: CLICK HERE

Applications are accepted up to 10 days prior to the specific event for which the request is made.  All applications will be forwarded to the current Chair of The JPA Scholarship Review Committee for review. Upon approval, applicant will receive an approval letter from the VP of Finance and Sponsorships. Scholarship Applications must be pre-approved by the JPA Scholarship Review Committee for a specific educational program. No reimbursements will be approved AFTER the event. Scholarship money is awarded based on selected criteria established by the JPA Scholarship Committee and availability of funds.

How Can I Serve On The JPA Committee?

Becoming a member of this committee is very rewarding and is one of the best ways to network with the MPI Dallas/Fort Worth members. There are two sub-committees: Operations and Scholarship Review. The Review Committee is responsible for the development of selection criteria and the processing and approval of applications. The Operations Committee is responsible for selling prize-drawing tickets at the monthly chapter meetings to members and guests and soliciting prize drawings.

To join the JPA Committee or for more information, please contact the Chapter VP of Finance at vpfinance@mpidfw.org

Can I donate to the silent auction fundraiser?

Of course you can. Please complete the donation form (HERE)

If you have any questions, please contact the Chapter VP of Finance at vpfinance@mpidfw.org