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Supporting and investing in the next generation of women scholar and leaders
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE
The P.E.O. Sisterhood (Philanthropic Educational Organization) is one of the oldest women's organizations in North America. Founded in 1869 at Iowa Wesleyan University, it is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women achieve their educational goals through scholarships, grants, loans, awards, and support of women's higher education.
P.E.O.'s mission: Women helping women reach their educational goals.
Celebrating Women Scholars and Graduates
WHAT WE DO
WHAT WE DO
Nevada Chapter Q P.E.O. - founded in Reno, Nevada exists to support higher education for young women, often first generation college students through scholarships to the University of Nevada Reno during four-year programs of study.
Chapter Q is one of the long-established P.E.O. Sisterhood chapters serving the Reno–Sparks area. The chapter was founded in 1950 and focuses on supporting local young women in pursuing higher education through scholarships and mentoring.
HOW WE HELP
HOW WE HELP
$300,000+ Awarded to local scholars since 2009
45 Young Women Supported through the Marguerite Scholarship Fund
12 UNR Scholars Receive $4,000 Scholarships Each Year
1 Major Event for Fundraising Annual Holiday Luncheon
Mentorship Program to scholarship recipients throughout college career
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