2024 Call for Applications for the IFS Scholastic Awards

As students plan the next phases of their academic path during their summer break, Indigenous Financial Solutions (IFS) invites all Indigenous post-secondary students to apply for the Edward Two-Axe Earley Fund. This fund supports the IFS Scholastic Awards, which are dedicated to recognizing and aiding Indigenous students pursuing higher education and careers in business, humanities, law, and social justice. Exceptional Indigenous student athletes in these fields are also eligible for awards.

The application process is now open.

Applications will be open until, Saturday August 31, 2024, at 12 midnight.

IFS will announce the recipients September 6, 2024.

• Enhanced financial aid packages to support broader educational expenses including digital tools and learning resources provided by IFS and the IFS network including Metallic Law, Nations Translation Group, AS Williams Consulting, Nbisiing Consulting, Dr. Fred Lazar, and Mi’gmaq Star.
• Increased involvement of community leaders in the selection process to better reflect community values and needs.

• Must identify as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person and provide sufficient proof.
• Must be enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program (university, college, vocational, or skilled-trades training program).
• Must demonstrate motivation and achievement (e.g., Dean’s List, Honors, significant academic or community achievements).
• Must show a commitment to contributing to their nation, community, and family, which could include summer jobs, volunteer experiences, or storytelling of their community and personal journey.
• Must be aspiring to pursue a career or engaged in studies in the fields of business, humanities, law, and social justice, with clear goals for contributing to the well-being of Indigenous peoples and future generations.

• The IFS Scholastic Awards provide financial support that can be utilized for books, supplies, IT technology, and cost-of-living expenses to aid in post-secondary education.

• Starting July 31, 2024, until August 31, 2024.
• Selected students will be announced September 6, 2024.

• For contributions to the Edward Two-Axe Earley Fund or other inquiries, please contact Indigenous Financial Solutions at info@ifsolutions.ca.

A gifted orator, storyteller, and proud Onkwehonwe, Edward was born in Brooklyn, New York and was a citizen of the Mohawks of Kahnawake. He devoted his life to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurship and Indigenous women’s equality, drawing from his deep educational background with a Master of Business Administration. Edward worked as a business consultant, was a respected historian, and a keen political aficionado. His service extended beyond his community as he was also a veteran of the United States Armed Forces. Importantly, Edward was the son of the renowned Mohawk women’s rights advocate, the Late Mary Two-Axe Earley, whose legacy he carried forward with honor and pride.

1. Complete the online application form here
2. Upload all supporting documents here.

OR

1. Download the application form.
2. Print or open form fillable PDF, complete, and scan the paper application form, and submit the completed form with supporting documents to bursary@ifsolutions.ca
3. If supporting documents are too large to attach, upload here.