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Tethered by Grace, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance animal welfare and advocacy by strengthening the bond between dogs and people through ethical stewardship, education, support, therapeutic work, and community connection. The organization promotes responsible, compassionate care by providing credible, evidence-based resources, and by empowering individuals committed to animal-centered education, training, therapeutic or service-based work, and community advocacy.

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The Alexa Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Alexa, whose love, loyalty, and spirit continue to inspire the mission of Tethered By Grace.

This scholarship supports individuals pursuing education, training, certification, advocacy, therapeutic work, service-based work, and other opportunities that strengthen the bond between dogs and people.

Through this scholarship, we invest in individuals who are creating positive change for animals, their communities, and the people who love them.

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The Alexa Memorial Scholarship

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Purpose:

The Alexa Memorial Scholarship of Tethered By Grace supports individuals pursuing education or training aligned with animal health, animal welfare, ethical stewardship, advocacy, and service-based animal work. This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers for individuals committed to improving the lives of dogs and strengthening responsible human–animal relationships.

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​Awards Available: Two $500 scholarships​

1) Traditional Student and 2) Tethered by Grace Ambassador. Scholarship funds are paid directly to accredited educational institutions, training programs, or qualifying organizations whenever possible. In limited cases, funds may be used to support the development of educational programs or initiatives that directly advance the charitable mission of Tethered By Grace Inc., subject to board approval and oversight.

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ELIGIBILITY:

Scholarships may be awarded to individuals at any stage of life, including students, career-changers, and community members pursuing traditional or nontraditional animal-related pathways. (For example,

post-secondary education in animal health or sciences; service-animal training; veterinary classes;

ethical breeding education; and more.)

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Applicants must demonstrate alignment with the mission and values of Tethered By Grace Inc.

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Selection Criteria: Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of demonstrated financial need, merit, commitment to animal welfare and advocacy, and the proposed mission-aligned use of funds.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE: (Incomplete applications will not be considered.)

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• Complete the application

• Answer the narrative questions

• Attach letters of reference from two non-related individuals​​