Chamber Now Accepting Applications for Douglas County Young Professionals Continuing Education Scholarship

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Contact: Carley Lawson 

Leadership Programs Coordinator 

Douglas County Chamber  

770.942.5022 

lawson@douglascountygeorgia.com 

Douglasville (January 30, 2023) – The Douglas County Chamber Foundation’s Douglas County Young Professionals (DCYP) Program is currently accepting applications for 2023 Continuing Education Scholarships. DCYP offers multiple scholarships totaling $1,500 to young professionals ages 21-40. The scholarships will be awarded to individuals who embody the mission of DCYP: to attract emerging professionals to engage, develop, and serve in Douglas County. 

The DCYP Continuing Education Scholarships are designed for professionals from Chamber Member businesses or organizations seeking to continue their education on any level. The applicant must be pursuing a college degree, technical certification, or registered to attend a professional development conference. Applicants must be employed by a Douglas County Chamber member, have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, and be under the age of 40 by May 1, 2023. 

“The education and professional development of young professionals is an essential asset to a successful and thriving workforce,” commented Chamber President and CEO, Sara Ray. “DCYP holds fundraisers throughout the year to ensure these opportunities continue to be available, and we are happy to support them.” 

Applications are available online at https://douglascountygeorgia.com/groups/douglas-county-young-professionals/ , and are due March 24, 2023 by 5 p.m. If you are interested in learning more about DCYP, please contact the Chamber at 770.942.5022.