Keeping with its tradition of supporting women who aspire to achieve successful careers in the public finance industry, Chicago WPF is pleased to offer three annual scholarships:
Dana Marinacci Scholarship
For female students interested in public finance with a particular focus on government.
Founder’s Scholarship
For female students broadly interested in public finance.
Claire Goodman Memorial Scholarship
For female students interested in public finance with a particular focus on financial services or advisory work.
National WPF Eligibility
Winners of Chicago Chapter scholarships will automatically advance to the National Women in Public Finance organization for consideration of an additional scholarship award from National WPF. In 2023, National WPF awarded 5 scholarships totaling $15,000. The first place winner received $5,000 and the remaining four winners received $2,500 each.
