a Renton Lions Scholarship
DUE (Postmarked/Submitted by): First Friday in May OR First Friday in November
Note: See current list of past winners at bottom of page
Who is Gayl Bertagni?
The Gayl Bertagni Culinary Arts scholarship was established to celebrate the life of Gayl Bertagni
As a working partner in the operation and management of the Swiss, Gayl’s food service became legendary. She wanted her food to be simple, nutritious and delightfully presented.
Gayl participated in fundraisers, charity events and programs such as Empty Bowls, a group that helped Tacoma’s Homeless, Food Network, who provides meals for children and family in need and in addition operating a booth in Downtown Tacoma’s summer market on Thursdays assisted by her daughter. She also gave food preparation demonstrations and volunteered to teach classes.
Gayl helped numerous people, young and old alike, in providing employment opportunities at the Swiss or other restaurants by her encouragement and the extensive networking she had established.
Eligibility Requirements
This Scholarship award has limited number of scholarships, based on the availability of institutional and private funds. To be considered by the scholarship committee, an application must meet the following requirements:
· An individual who has a High School Diploma or set for Graduation in June, looking to start a career in the culinary arts (no age requirements)
· Have a career goal of becoming a chef, pastry chef or some sort or job in the culinary field.
· Must be able to prove in writing or by proof of recent community service over the past 3 years
· Must be accepted or attending either Renton Technical College, South Seattle Community College OR have graduated from a Renton WA High School and set to attend any colleges culinary arts program.
US citizenship is not a requirement. The scholarship covers up to $1,000 in tuition, fees or books.
Application Requirements and Deadline
The application deadline is the first Friday in May OR the first Friday in November. Recipient will be notified by the 4th week after the scholarship deadline. Application and other relevant scholarship forms must all be submitted at the same time. Application forms are available online through the Renton Lions Club web site (gaylbertagni.rentonlions.com). Application forms must be filled out in full.
The Scholarship Covers
Scholarship covers $1,000 in tuition, fees or books the funds are paid directly to the school by the Renton Lions Foundation, in the name of the student, upon verifiable proof of enrollment in culinary arts program
The Scholarship does not cover
Travel, meals, housing or any living expenses the student may have. Scholarship money also cannot be used for insurance fees, medical coverage of any kind, souvenirs, tips or personal items. No funds are to be paid directly to the student. All funds will be paid directly to the school.
Selection Procedure
Members of the Scholarship Committee, made up of active members of the Renton Lions Foundation, will be the sole judges in the awarding of the scholarship. The Scholarship Committee will choose from only those students that have applied for the scholarship and have met all requirements set forth.
The selection committee will consider an applicant’s replies on the application form, their student activities, academic achievement, essays and culinary arts in awarding this scholarship. Should it be deemed necessary by the selection committee, a personal interview with all finalists may be conducted to determine who will be awarded the scholarship.
Questions?
Past Winners of the Scholarship
May 2010-David Elliott- South Seattle CC.
November 2010- Anthony Sumpter