History and Purpose

Ruth B. Fisher was a Bradford native and very active Zonta Club member for 23 years. Upon her death in 1978, she named the Zonta Club Bradford as beneficiary of her estate and, with her generous bequest, Zonta Club leaders established this scholarship in her memory.

The Zonta Club Bradford administers its own independent scholarship program in memory of Zonta member Ruth B. Fisher. In keeping with the mission of Zonta International, which empowers women through service and advocacy, the goal is to provide financial assistance by awarding a scholarship to qualified women seeking promising career opportunities.

Criteria/Eligibility

Scholarships will be awarded to female graduating seniors at Bradford Area High School who have been officially accepted into an accredited institution of higher learning.

Important Date Information

The 2026 Scholarship cycle will open on January 15, 2026.  The deadline to submit an applications is February 25, 2026.  Be sure to read the student alert flyer within the McKean Count Community Foundations portal for important information on how to apply.

Application Form

All applications are now submitted online through the McKean County Community Foundations portal.

         To view the application, click on the button below to access the online portal.