The CPMEF supports three scholarship programs for CPM students and graduates to participate in CPM training and continuing education. In addition, grants are available to CPM organizations for direct support of CPM educational programs and continuing education.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Wilkinson Scholarship: The Certified Public Manager® Educational Foundation (CPMEF) in conjunction with AACPM identifies a worthy recipient for the annual Fran L. Wilkinson Scholarship. This Scholarship is a $750 cash award presented to the recipient. This scholarship was developed in support of one of the objectives of the American Academy of Certified Public Managers® - "to promote a high professional, educational and ethical standard in public management".
Click here for more information on the Scholarship Application.
Taylor Scholarship: The Certified Public Manager® Educational Foundation (CPMEF) administers the Phyllis Taylor Scholarship and is seeking to identify worthy recipient(s) for 2024. The Phyllis Taylor Scholarship provides recognition of a CPM or CPM candidate with the financial assistance to complete a portion of their certification in CPM studies or to further continue their education in the field of public service at an institution of their choice.
Click here for more information on the Scholarship Application.
Lemons Scholarship: The Jack Lemons CPM Student Scholarship was established by CPMEF to support students enrolled in CPM programs that do not receive full agency support for training participation costs. View details and the Application Form Here:
PROGRAM AWARDS
Program Awards: Applications from CPM organizations to fund direct costs of CPM educational programs/events. Program Award Applications are evaluated based on the number of CPM’s being served, the relevance of the training/program to improving public service, and the amount of cofounding provided by other sources. View Details and the Application Form Here: CPMEF Program Award
2023 LIST OF RECIPIENTS
Lemons Scholarship Award Winners: Akanksha Acharya, Apex, NC; Cindy Wynette, Riverton, UT; Susan J. Reyna, Kyle, TX; and William W. Cox, Mico, TX.
Wilkinson Scholarship Award Winners: Susan J. Reyna, Kyle, TX.
Taylor Scholarship: Susan J. Reyna, Kyle, TX.
Program Award: University of Washington CPM Program for Hospitality at Capstone Presentation event; Saralyn Smith, Program Director.
