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2023 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
This year we are proud to announce that Charlotte Beno is our 2023 scholarship honoree. Charlotte states that she is “currently undecided and will be entering Ohio State's Exploration program. I hope to take classes in psychology, political science, and writing as I attempt to decide on a major. I want to take advantage of all the possible majors that OSU has to offer, and I think that it's a perfect way to learn as much as I can while studying subjects that I'm interested in pursuing. I have also taken several AP classes, which will help me fulfill my general requirements, so I can fully take advantage of the exploration opportunities”.
The Lakewood Women’s Club is a philanthropic organization that hosts a fundraiser each year entitled “Women Honoring Women”, with proceeds going to the Scholarship Program. The more we raise during our celebration that honors and awards business and community women leaders, the more we are able to pay forward to our scholarship honoree. It's a wonderful way to continuously support and recognize the young women just starting out and the more established women in Lakewood.
The Scholarship Program was created many years ago and is one of the pride and joys of the club. Each year a committee of members join together to review the applications that have been submitted. For those members who have been part of the committee, as I have in the past, it is always a highlight of the year to review the applications. It’s simply amazing how talented and driven our applicants are; we are proud of the education that young women are receiving in our community.
“As chair of the 2023 scholarship committee, I applaud all of our applicants. The breadth and depth of their studies, extra curricular activities, leadership roles both in school and our community was impressive. Each applicant had a unique story to tell, making the decision to select just one winner difficult. Congratulations to Charlotte, we are excited for her to continue to grow, learn and excel at The Ohio State University,” says Margaret Wetzler, this year’s committee chair.
According to Charlotte, “Something that I appreciate about my high school experience was the educational opportunities that were offered. I was able to take a variety of AP courses and felt as if there was never a shortage of topics to learn about. I think the academic standard at Lakewood has prepared me very well for the next chapter. It’s made me feel confident going into my first year of real college classes. I’m proud of what I’ve done academically to this point, which makes me excited when looking forward”.
Everyone in our club as well as our scholarship honorees are at different stages in their personal and professional life. But what we all have in common is that we support each other along the way. That’s why the LWC looks forward to keeping in touch with Charlotte and seeing all of the wonderful successes and challenges she will be experiencing in her life as she moves into adulthood after high school.
Charlottes says: “I think it’s incredibly difficult to think about your future in high school. At this point, you only know a small fraction of the world and you’ve only met a small percentage of the people that you’re going to meet. The next steps are truly going to define who you are. What you decide to do after high school — college, traveling, work, whatever it may be — will play a huge role in determining the rest of your life. Not that I believe you can’t ever change your mind, but laying a strong foundation for yourself is critical. I want to lay a foundation based on independence and passion. I think a college education will help me get there because it will force me to think for myself about what’s important to me and what’s important in the world”.
As moms, sisters, friends, and members of our community we hope all of the young women in Lakewood are striving to take themselves to the next level of life. We certainly all benefit from their successes. Congratulations Charlotte! The Lakewood Women’s Club wishes you all the best.
The Lakewood Women’s Club is a philanthropic organization that hosts a fundraiser each year entitled “Women Honoring Women”, with proceeds going to the Scholarship Program. The more we raise during our celebration that honors and awards business and community women leaders, the more we are able to pay forward to our scholarship honoree. It's a wonderful way to continuously support and recognize the young women just starting out and the more established women in Lakewood.
The Scholarship Program was created many years ago and is one of the pride and joys of the club. Each year a committee of members join together to review the applications that have been submitted. For those members who have been part of the committee, as I have in the past, it is always a highlight of the year to review the applications. It’s simply amazing how talented and driven our applicants are; we are proud of the education that young women are receiving in our community.
“As chair of the 2023 scholarship committee, I applaud all of our applicants. The breadth and depth of their studies, extra curricular activities, leadership roles both in school and our community was impressive. Each applicant had a unique story to tell, making the decision to select just one winner difficult. Congratulations to Charlotte, we are excited for her to continue to grow, learn and excel at The Ohio State University,” says Margaret Wetzler, this year’s committee chair.
According to Charlotte, “Something that I appreciate about my high school experience was the educational opportunities that were offered. I was able to take a variety of AP courses and felt as if there was never a shortage of topics to learn about. I think the academic standard at Lakewood has prepared me very well for the next chapter. It’s made me feel confident going into my first year of real college classes. I’m proud of what I’ve done academically to this point, which makes me excited when looking forward”.
Everyone in our club as well as our scholarship honorees are at different stages in their personal and professional life. But what we all have in common is that we support each other along the way. That’s why the LWC looks forward to keeping in touch with Charlotte and seeing all of the wonderful successes and challenges she will be experiencing in her life as she moves into adulthood after high school.
Charlottes says: “I think it’s incredibly difficult to think about your future in high school. At this point, you only know a small fraction of the world and you’ve only met a small percentage of the people that you’re going to meet. The next steps are truly going to define who you are. What you decide to do after high school — college, traveling, work, whatever it may be — will play a huge role in determining the rest of your life. Not that I believe you can’t ever change your mind, but laying a strong foundation for yourself is critical. I want to lay a foundation based on independence and passion. I think a college education will help me get there because it will force me to think for myself about what’s important to me and what’s important in the world”.
As moms, sisters, friends, and members of our community we hope all of the young women in Lakewood are striving to take themselves to the next level of life. We certainly all benefit from their successes. Congratulations Charlotte! The Lakewood Women’s Club wishes you all the best.
2022 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
The Lakewood Women’s Club (LWC) has awarded a $3,000 scholarship to graduating high school senior Teegan McGann who graduated from Lakewood High School with a 4.545 GPA. She will attend Miami University this fall to major in business. She is leaning toward business economics or analytics, as she has a high aptitude for math and enjoys working with equations and solving problems.
Teegan was a member of the National Honor Society, the all-girl Symphonic Treble Choir, the Concert Choir and Help 2 Others. She ran with the Cross Country, Indoor and Outdoor Track Teams serving as team captain. Teegan was active in parish life at St. Luke’s Church, Young Life and volunteer with organizations including The Ronald McDonald House, Home Alone and the Lakewood Youth Running program. Teegan also worked at Ennis Court and babysat.
Teegan’s personal statement was a compelling element of her application. The volunteers who reviewed her application commented on the maturity and enthusiasm with which she wrote.
“Anyone with just enough empathy and heart can change the world – and that anyone is me. I believe that with just enough empathy, there lies just enough motivation and drive to make a change in our world. Given the resource available to me at Miami, I have no doubt that I can make an impact on the world.”
–Teegan McGann, 2022 LWC Scholarship Winner
The LWC Scholarship is awarded annually to a female Lakewood student graduating from high school, and pursuing additional education, whether that is college, vocational, technical or community college. The amount awarded varies and is dependent upon LWC’s fundraising efforts throughout the year. LWC is proud to support Lakewood women as they pursue further education.
The Scholarship Committee would like to thank all of the applicants for taking the time to apply for this year’s scholarship award. We wish all of the applicants much success with their college efforts.
Teegan was a member of the National Honor Society, the all-girl Symphonic Treble Choir, the Concert Choir and Help 2 Others. She ran with the Cross Country, Indoor and Outdoor Track Teams serving as team captain. Teegan was active in parish life at St. Luke’s Church, Young Life and volunteer with organizations including The Ronald McDonald House, Home Alone and the Lakewood Youth Running program. Teegan also worked at Ennis Court and babysat.
Teegan’s personal statement was a compelling element of her application. The volunteers who reviewed her application commented on the maturity and enthusiasm with which she wrote.
“Anyone with just enough empathy and heart can change the world – and that anyone is me. I believe that with just enough empathy, there lies just enough motivation and drive to make a change in our world. Given the resource available to me at Miami, I have no doubt that I can make an impact on the world.”
–Teegan McGann, 2022 LWC Scholarship Winner
The LWC Scholarship is awarded annually to a female Lakewood student graduating from high school, and pursuing additional education, whether that is college, vocational, technical or community college. The amount awarded varies and is dependent upon LWC’s fundraising efforts throughout the year. LWC is proud to support Lakewood women as they pursue further education.
The Scholarship Committee would like to thank all of the applicants for taking the time to apply for this year’s scholarship award. We wish all of the applicants much success with their college efforts.
2020 - 2021 non-profit lwc grant recipient
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Lakewood Women's Club is proudly announces CLE Diaper Drive as our 2020-2021 Non-profit Grant recipient. CLE Diaper Drive supplies local charities with donated diapers to give at no cost to their clients. In our first two years combined we collected nearly 150,000
diapers to give to these partner organizations. These organizations include: Lakewood Community Services Center, Migration & Refugee Services, MetroHealth Friends of Mothers and Infants, Neighborhood Family Practice, Garden Valley Neighborhood House, Zelma George Family Shelter, and The Baby Love Project. |
2018 - 2019 non-profit lwc grant recipient
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Gigi’s Playhouse Cleveland was our 2017-2019 Non-profit Grant recipient. GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland focuses on serving the nearly 900 individuals with Down syndrome in Northeast Ohio. They have a core set of programs to provide something for all age and developmental groups, from birth to adults. The programs offered focus on advancing self-esteem, literacy, math skills, social skills, muscle tone, speech, language and more, as well as fostering acceptance and networking resources for parents and siblings. All programs are volunteer-run by local therapists, educators, and community volunteers and are 100% free of charge. Gigi’s mission is to increase positive awareness of Down syndrome through educational programs, and by empowering individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community.
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