Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious Leadership
ESTARL
ESTARL is a program that provides financial grants to students preparing for a religious vocation or faith leaders continuing their education.
The award is granted every April, and students may re-apply for this program.
Eligibility for the grant is as follows:
The Grand Chapter of Nebraska
Order of the Eastern Star
301 N. Cotner Blvd, Suite 200
Lincoln, NE 68505
402-937-7056
[email protected]
The initial application must include:
The completed application (hard copy complete with signature) and all supporting documents must be received by the Grand Chapter by March 1st. It is the responsibility of the applicant to see that all letters of reference and transcripts are also received. Late applications will not be considered.
Recipients will be notified following the April meeting of the Committee.
Those who receive grants agree to keep the ESTARL Committee informed of home addresses in addition to the addresses of the schools they are attending.
The award is granted every April, and students may re-apply for this program.
Eligibility for the grant is as follows:
- Applicant must be preparing for religious service.
- At some point must have status as a legal resident of Nebraska
- Must submit the completed application form and all supporting data by March 1st.
- The following types of students will be considered eligible:
- Those enrolled in an accredited Seminary with a goal of Ordination.
- Those enrolled in an accredited Bible College with a goal of Ordination.
- Those enrolled in a "Course of Study" program at an accredited seminary with a goal of Ordination and who are currently assigned to a parish.
- Current ordained clergy who are pursuing additional training to enhance their ministry or obtain additional degrees.
The Grand Chapter of Nebraska
Order of the Eastern Star
301 N. Cotner Blvd, Suite 200
Lincoln, NE 68505
402-937-7056
[email protected]
The initial application must include:
- The completed form
- References from a minister, school official and an Eastern Star Member
- The student's most recent transcript of grades
- A one-page essay describing the experiences and goals of the applicant
The completed application (hard copy complete with signature) and all supporting documents must be received by the Grand Chapter by March 1st. It is the responsibility of the applicant to see that all letters of reference and transcripts are also received. Late applications will not be considered.
Recipients will be notified following the April meeting of the Committee.
Those who receive grants agree to keep the ESTARL Committee informed of home addresses in addition to the addresses of the schools they are attending.
