1DF presents: The Paliwal Club
1,000 Dreams Fund and the Ila and Dinesh Paliwal Foundation are partnering to launch the Paliwal Club of 100, a scholarship initiative aimed at fueling the dreams of talented women in need who aspire to careers in the S.T.E.A.M. and music fields.
Over the next 10 years, students will annually be able to apply to our two Paliwal Club of 100 Funds:
- Paliwal Club of 100 STEAM Scholars Fund that will fund the dreams of 100 budding leaders in “S.T.E.A.M.” fields — science, tech, engineering, arts and math.
- Paliwal Club of 100 Music Scholars Fund that will fund the dreams of 100 talented women pursuing careers in the music industry – whether as artists, performers, songwriters, producers, or in business.
Our future Paliwal Club of 100 grantees aim to set the standard in their respective fields. They will be able to put their microgrants toward life-changing opportunities like conference travel, tech devices, music and art equipment, ground-breaking projects — you name it. If you’re a highly motivated woman pursuing a STEAM or music career, send an application our way.
The Ila and Dinesh Paliwal Foundation is dedicated to creating positive social and economic outcomes for worldwide communities and their future leaders. By providing both financial and advisory support to underrepresented populations in science, tech, engineering, arts and math and in music, the foundation promotes innovation across the board.
An absence of gender diversity in technical and creative fields is unacceptable, and it’s time leaders and companies take meaningful action to drive change for future generations. Through our work with 1,000 Dreams Fund we will create pathways to encourage and support the education, research and career aspirations of high potential female students that may not otherwise have the means to pursue their talents.
Dinesh and Ila Paliwal - Ila is a classically trained Indian vocalist, songwriter and producer. Dinesh, the CEO of HARMAN, is an accomplished businessman and engineer by education. The couple have two children, Aasheesh and Shriya, who also advise the Family Foundation.
When you advance women in the arts and sciences, you advance society. Let’s do this.
Paliwal Club of 100 STEAM Scholars Fund
Purpose: In partnership with the Ila and Dinesh Paliwal Foundation, 1DF created the Paliwal Club of 100 STEAM Scholars Fund, a new scholarship fund specifically to support high potential young women in S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) with the intent to help accelerate their progress while in school through their transition into the workforce.
The 1,000 Dreams Fund – Paliwal Club of 100 provides one-time financial assistance to eligible women to help with expenses such as research-related costs, travel to conventions and/or educational conferences, graduate school exam or entry fees, and instructional programs related to creative, artistic or scientific pursuits. This grant is not intended for everyday expenses (e.g., utility bills, food costs) or costs related to medical care. Our aim is to provide access to educational opportunities beyond tuition.
Criteria: To be eligible for this grant you must be female and currently enrolled in a two-year, four-year college/university or graduate school in the U.S. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Applications must include at least two letters of recommendation and an essay explaining how the grant would be used. Selection will be based on application contents, financial need and information gathered from letter(s) of recommendation. Previous recipients are not eligible to reapply.
Guidelines: Applications must be submitted by the deadline below to be considered.
Amount: 5 or more grants of at a minimum of $750 to a maximum of $1,500 will be awarded each semester. Grants are not renewable, however, non-selected applicants may re-apply.
Deadline:
- 2022 Deadline: Friday, September 30, 2022. ***Grants will be awarded and notifications provided to recipients by Wednesday, December 14, 2022.*** (Due to overwhelming response, 1DF will announce winners on this new date.)
Grants will be disbursed by Friday, December 30, 2022.
Paliwal Club of 100 Music Scholars Fund
Purpose: In partnership with the Ila and Dinesh Paliwal Foundation, 1DF created the Paliwal Club of 100 Music Scholars Fund, a new scholarship fund specifically to support high potential young women in music with the intent to help accelerate their progress while in school through their transition into the workforce.
The 1,000 Dreams Fund – Paliwal Club of 100 Music Scholars Fund provides one-time financial assistance to eligible women to help with expenses such as research-related costs, travel to conventions and/or educational conferences, graduate school exam or entry fees, and instructional programs related to creative or artistic pursuits. This grant is not intended for everyday expenses (e.g., utility bills, food costs) or costs related to medical care. Our aim is to provide access to educational opportunities beyond tuition.
Criteria: To be eligible for this grant you must be female and currently enrolled in a two-year, four-year college/university or graduate school in the U.S. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Applications must include at least two letters of recommendation and an essay explaining how the grant would be used. Selection will be based on application contents, financial need and information gathered from letter(s) of recommendation. Previous recipients are not eligible to reapply.
Guidelines: Applications must be submitted by the deadline below to be considered.
Amount: Four (4) grants of $2000 or more grants of at a minimum of $500 to a maximum of $2,000. Grants are not renewable, however, non-selected applicants may re-apply.
Deadline:
- 2022 Deadline: Friday, September 30, 2022. ***Grants will be awarded and notifications provided to recipients by Wednesday, December 14, 2022.*** (Due to overwhelming response, 1DF will announce winners on this new date.)
Grants will be disbursed by Friday, December 30, 2022.
Paliwal Club of 100: STEAM Scholars Fund Winners
Sydney G., 20 – FUNDED
My dream is to work in biomedical sciences or environmental public health.
Stephany Melissa Alfaro Barrera, 21 – FUNDED
My dream is to tell the stories of my home country and help others there.
Samantha Townsend, 19 – FUNDED
My dream is to work in tech and become a math professor to encourage others.
Charlie Chesney, 29 – FUNDED
My dream is to lead teams to develop solutions to environmental problems.
Niharika Shukla, 22 – FUNDED
My dream is to develop more sustainable tech and reduce carbon emissions.
Kerritt Saintal, 28 – FUNDED
My dream is to translate research into resources for underserved populations.
Senaida, 18 – FUNDED
My dream is be the first Asian woman to win the GRAMMY for Producer of the Year
Rachel, 26 – FUNDED
My dream is to advocate for women in STEM while continuing my research work.
Bronte, 19 – FUNDED
My dream is to intertwine the world of technology with storytelling and film.
Paliwal Club of 100:: Music Scholars Fund Winners
Sophia Alfa, 21 – FUNDED
My dream is to be a performing artist, selling out concerts globally.
