Awards & Grants
Empowering women through grants & awards for education, technology, & public affairs, and by supporting women in transition in the community.
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Looking for an award opportunity?
You can receive information about available awards by contacting our scholarship coordinator, Joyce Bonvillain, at joyce.bonvillain@yahoo.com
Current Award Opportunities
Zonta Women in STEM Award
The Zonta Women in STEM Award uplifts innovation and celebrates the remarkable accomplishments of women between 18-35 years of age in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields and acknowledges their groundbreaking research, pioneering discoveries, and/or exemplary contributions to advancing knowledge and innovation in a STEM field. By recognizing and supporting these exceptional women Zonta aims to inspire future generations and foster inclusivity and diversity in the world of STEM.
Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award
The Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award (formerly Jane M Klausman Business Leadership Award) acknowledges and celebrates women who demonstrate exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, ethical conduct and make significant contributions to their respective industries while addressing global or local issues affecting women and girls or climate justice.
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award (formerly the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life.
Lynn Eggebrecht & Zonta Club of Billings Determination Scholarship
In recognition of Lynn's commitment to maximizing one's potential, the Zonta Club of Billings presents the annual Lynn Eggebrecht & Zonta Club of Billings Determination Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a TRIO student who exemplifies the ideals that guided Lynn's dedication to professional excellence and community service.
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Lynn Eggebrecht, an esteemed Montana State University–Billings graduate, was a highly regarded business leader and dedicated member of the Zonta Club of Billings from 1998 until her passing in 2020. As part of Zonta International, an organization committed to building a better world for women and girls through service and advocacy, Lynn served with distinction multiple leadership roles.
Recent Scholarship Awardees
Julia L Houston, 2025
Women in STEM Scholarship
Hannah Hashbarger, 2021
JMK Women in Business Scholarship
Haylee Fauth, 2020
JMK Women in Business Scholarship
Kendahl Hinthorne, 2023
Women in STEM Scholarship
Won at local, district, and international levels
Haylee Fauth, 2020
JMK Women in Business Scholarship
