September 15, 2010
Press Release: For Immediate Release, Please circulate widely
For more info contact Sahar Taman at SaharTaman@yahoo.com

Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin, Inc. (ISNW)
527 Second Street W
Altoona, Wisconsin 54720 U.S.A. 715-831-1560
www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org

$1000 Scholarships for Graduate and Undergraduate Students of Islamic Studies – Due Date - rolling

The Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin - Mahmoud Taman Trust (ISNW-MTT) announces available scholarships for students of Islamic Studies.

The Mahmoud Taman Trust (ISNW-MTT) is a not-for profit fund operated by the Committee on Charitable Giving of the Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin. It has several goals for charitable giving including assisting North American students specializing in Islamic Studies to become an Imam, Islamic counsel or scholar or any other area of expertise in an Islamic field. For 2010 the Trust intends to provide several $1000 scholarships.

Purpose:

To encourage and provide assistance to students pursuing Islamic studies who intend to pursue careers as teachers of Islam, leaders, religious practitioners such as Imams, or chaplains, and who are committed to leadership and Islam.

Eligibility:

• Muslims who are undergraduate or graduate students
• Attending college in the current academic year at an accredited US institution at the graduate or undergraduate levels or at a Islamic Studies institute or seminary
• Majoring in Islamic Studies or a related degree such as Islamic History
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, religious service, extracurricular or other activities

To apply, student should send the following:

• Download and complete the application from the website www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org
• A short statement explaining your goals and why you merit the scholarship
• Two letters of recommendation; one from a professor and one from a religious leader
• Official academic transcripts including your GPA
• Your resume
• Any material you wish to submit such as articles, videos, publications

For more information about the Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin please consult our website: www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org

September 15, 2010
Press Release: For Immediate Release, Please circulate widely
For more info contact Sahar Taman at SaharTaman@yahoo.com

Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin, Inc. (ISNW)
527 Second Street W
Altoona, Wisconsin 54720 U.S.A. 715-831-1560
www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org

Grants for Community Organizations

The Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin - Mahmoud Taman Trust (ISNW-MTT) announces grants for community organizations.

The Mahmoud Taman Trust (ISNW-MTT) is a not-for profit fund operated by the Committee on Charitable Giving of the Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin. It has several goals for charitable giving including ISNW- MTT reviews proposals from individuals or organizations depending on the area of charitable giving.

Those interested in applying for a grant may submit an application in the timeframe required for each type of charitable giving area. After careful review, organizations that align closely with ISNW- MTT's mission and meet the evaluation criteria will be contacted requesting more information if needed or the award will given.

ISNW grants generally range from $300 to $500. However, the Trust will consider larger grants depending on the strength of the proposal, its relevance to our mission.

We are particularly interested in projects that have the potential to influence wider circles whether locally, nationally or globally. We are also interested in projects regarding Islamic education and interfaith dialogue.

A Few Words about Our Proposal Review Process

The Committee on Charitable Giving reviews proposals regularly. In reading a proposal, we consider the degree to which the project aligns with our mission, along with the potential the organization has to help address a compelling need in a community or wider culture or the need of the individual. Proposals that reflect the following characteristics, in addition to a strong resonance with our mission:

• Strength and clarity of intention.
• Organizational commitment.
• Honest and straightforward communication.
• Provision of comprehensive information.

For more information about the Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin please consult our website: www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org