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Scholarship Programs

Financial assistance is available to help make cooperative preschool accessible to families who need it. Our scholarship funds can cover up to 50% of tuition and provide $25 per quarter toward class snack costs for qualifying families.

At a Glance

Up to 50%

of tuition fees

$25/quarter

toward class snacks

Apply each quarter

that assistance is needed

Our Scholarship Funds

Wendi Hirshberg Memorial Fund

Beloved parent educator Wendi Hirshberg helped countless families build a strong foundation for their parenting journey. She was known for her warmth, enthusiasm, empathy, and non-judgmental spirit, always creating a welcoming space where parents could connect and build their “village.” Wendi’s nurturing nature touched families from all walks of life, including those facing additional challenges.

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Donations in Wendi’s honor can be made to the Co-op program she loved, helping provide tuition support to families in need.

Mary E. Phillips Scholarship Fund

Mary E. Phillips was a pioneering force at South Seattle College, serving as the first coordinator of the Home and Family Life Department when the college opened in the early 1970s. As a dedicated parent educator, Mary supported generations of parents with compassion and expertise, helping families navigate the early years of child-rearing. Her legacy continues through her eponymous scholarship fund, which supports parents pursuing their educational goals.

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Donations help carry forward the work Mary devoted her life to and support future generations of families.

How to Apply

1

Get the Application

Download and complete the application form, or ask your parent educator for a copy.

2

Submit Your Application

Bring the completed application to class and give it to your parent educator, who will forward it to the scholarship committee.

3

Watch for a Decision

After the scholarship committee reviews each quarter's applications, approved families and their site treasurer are notified via email.

4

Reapply as Needed

Scholarships require a new application each quarter

Deadlines:

Sept. 25 · Nov. 25 · Feb. 25

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