Bentley “Wings” Scholarship Awardees discuss how the scholarships changed their lives.
Our “Bentley Wings” Competitive Scholarship program provides competitive scholarships to eligible full and part-time employees of Vi at Bentley Village and their dependents.
These scholarships can be applied to tuition, fees, and books at an accredited university, college, vocational or technical school. Online courses may also be eligible.
2016
Launch of Bentley Wings
107
Scholarships Awarded since 2016
over $750,000
Awarded for college or technical training
Since its inception in 2016, 107 scholarships have been awarded.
Our current scholars are seeking degrees and certifications in psychology, medicine, nursing, accounting, computer science, biology, social work, medical records, physical therapy, marine science, health care administration, business management and technical vocational programs.107
Our scholarships are an annual award that may continue for up to eight years of study.
Our Scholarship programs are offered under the umbrella of the highly respected Collier Community Foundation a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation. Opportunities for general support as well as named and endowed scholarships are available to donors.
Read the stories of our 2023 Scholarship Awardees.
Our partners, Collier Community Foundation (CCF) and the Human Resource Department of Vi at Bentley Village are prepared to support applicants in the application process. The Foundation’s Scholarship Committee is comprised of volunteers from Bentley Village residents and the Collier Community Foundation. By completing a “Bentley Wings” online Scholarship Application, applicants will also be considered for over eighty (80) additional awards available through CCF’s Common Application process.
Application for Bentley Village Wings Competitive Scholarships is available to all full and part-time employees of the Bentley Village workforce and their dependents.
- No geographic residency requirements.
- Scholarship funds are paid directly to the institution.
- Scholarships can be with any accredited learning institution offering advanced education and/or vocational training.
- Accredited on-line programs are included.
- No specific GPA is required.
- The applicant must submit a completed application, two non-family references and essays that explain the student’s objectives and why a scholarship is needed.
- Hardship may be taken into account.
- Scholarships may be renewed via written request to the Collier Community Foundation for up to 8 years. Additional documentation may be required.
- Benjamin Franklin
For more information contact:
Wendy Wiltse, BVF Scholarship Co-Chair, (808) 358-6206
Joan Frey, BVF Scholarship Co-Chair, (201) 919-8135
Laura Bidireanu, Community Foundation of Collier County (239) 307-4515
