St Photini Scholarship
Why This Scholarship Matters
Discerning a vocation is a beautiful and sometimes challenging journey. This scholarship exists to support young women like you—those open to God’s call and ready to explore religious life with courage and faith.
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Recognition and encouragement from your Catholic community
- Financial support to assist with discernment programs, retreats, or formation experiences
- Financial support to cover monthly bills and expenses that don't stop while you are in a discernment period with the convent (Including but not limited to: car insurance, student loan payments, medical bills, ect)
- Connection with others who are also exploring God’s call
We believe every young woman’s vocation is a gift. This scholarship is an opportunity to nurture your spiritual journey and take steps forward with confidence.
Who is Eligible
- Young adult women, ages 18–25
- Actively discerning a vocation to the religious life
- Open to all backgrounds and levels of prior experience
Deadline & Award
- Applications are accepted year round on an as needed basis.
- Recipients notified by email requesting a follow up zoom interview to complete the application process and finalize the scholarship details
How to Apply
- Complete the application form by clicking the button below
- Share a brief reflection on your discernment journey and hopes for your future
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Support Women Discerning a Call to Religious Life
Young women who feel called to religious life often face financial barriers as they explore God’s invitation through retreats, discernment programs, and formation experiences. Your generosity helps remove those obstacles and offers encouragement at a pivotal moment in their faith journey.
All donations made to the St Photini Scholarship directly support our mission of encouraging and assisting young adult women as they explore a vocation to religious life.
Your gift is not only a charitable contribution—it is a prayerful investment in the future of the Church. We are grateful for your support and partnership in fostering vocations.
Women at the Well is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
If you have questions about your donation or would like a receipt, please contact us.
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