Scholarship Guidelines

MakeICT Scholarship Guidelines

MakeICT is composed of members, nearly all of whom pay the same dues (currently $25 per month) to take part in the organization. That commitment not only funds our programs but level-sets everyone from the newest member to the most dedicated volunteer.

This page does not constitute a policy, but rather provides some clarity regarding expectations and the process of obtaining a scholarship. We recognize that every situation is unique.

Scholarships are available to provide access for $10 per month.

Process

1. Financial aid is available in the form of a scholarship to any person who states they cannot afford to pay the established dues for the month. We do not require any personal financial information so please do not send it. To initiate a scholarship, email directors@makeict.org, and include the following no later than the second Thursday of the month (anything later will be addressed the following month):
   1. Is this a permanent need or temporary? How long do you want this scholarship to be in effect? It’s okay if you don’t know.
   2. What areas do you plan on participating in with this scholarship?
   3. If you’re already a seasoned maker, do you have any examples of work to share?
2. The scholarship requires approval from the board of directors.
   1. It helps if you can attend a board workshop (usually first Thursday of the month at 7pm, check the calendar) to answer any questions the board may have in an executive session. This means you will only be in front of the board and not the general membership. It is not a requirement to show up to this meeting.
   2. The board will approve scholarship applications at regular board meetings. Any discussion about the scholarship will happen in executive session. These are held the third Thursday of the month at 7pm.
3. If a scholarship is approved, the treasurer will contact you via email with instructions on initiating your scholarship rate in our system.

Duration

New members will be limited to the maximum of an initial three month scholarship.

Established members (those who have been a member for at least three months) may pursue any length of scholarship.

Considerations

1. Scholarship participants are expected to use the space somewhat regularly. If you are no longer active please contact treasurer@makeict.org to cancel your membership.
2. Consider teaching a class (or two or more!) to help pay dues. You keep 75% of the class fees as an instructor. We recognize teaching is not for everyone.
3. Consider selling some items on consignment to help pay dues. You keep 100% of the proceeds on items that sell for less than $100 or 80% if it is more than $100 (minus 7.5% sales tax no matter the price). We recognize not everyone is comfortable with the idea of consignment.