Women Involved in Scholarship and Empowerment

Our mission statement...
We are dedicated to empowering women and encouraging acceptance and inclusion of all
through collaboration, service, and education.​

Grants
Application Deadline
​October 23, 2025

WISE Women of Blair County proudly supports non-profit organizations through annual grants that serve Blair County residents. These grants are dedicated to projects that empower women and/or encourage acceptance and inclusion of all.
Roaring Spring Community Library, represented by Michelle McIntyre (right), receives a grant from WISE Women of Blair County, represented by Debbie Garritano (left). 

Scholarships
Application Deadline
September 26, 2025

Scholarships are available through WISE Women of Blair County and the Donna D. Gority scholarship funds to Blair County resident females 21 years of age or older. They must have overcome adversity or discrimination in their lives and be pursuing post-secondary education. ​
Hollie Keller (right) receives a scholarship award from WISE Women Scholarship Committee member, Donna D. Gority (left).
WISE Women President, Mandy Michelone (left), presents a check to scholarship recipient, April Ruehle (right).

Tribute Dinner
2026
April 15, 2026

Our signature event, the WISE Women of Blair County Tribute dinner, recognizes and honors Blair County women who have demonstrated excellence and significant leadership in their roles in our community.
2025 WISE Women Tribute Honorees Listed from left to right, front, Lori Crownover, Ann Benzel, Amy VanKleunen, and Jane Gable. Back, Amy Marten-Shanafelt and Rebecca Stevens.
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