Grants & Scholarships
Fueling Education. Funding Community. Fostering Futures
The Norwell Women’s Club has been giving back to our town for decades.
Through the incredible support of our members, sponsors, and event attendees, NWC has proudly donated tens of thousands of dollars to local nonprofits and Norwell High School seniors pursuing higher education.
Our goal? To lift up the organizations and individuals who make Norwell stronger, more compassionate, and more connected.
Senior Scholarships
Norwell Women’s Club Scholarships are open to all High School Seniors in Norwell. We invite all private or charter school High School Seniors to apply to our Annual Scholarship Contest. Norwell High School Seniors can also apply and must submit their application through the Guidance Department process.
Who’s Eligible:
Graduating seniors who live in Norwell, regardless of their school enrollment
Students planning to attend a 2- or 4-year college, trade school, or continuing education program
Demonstrated community involvement, leadership, and/or volunteer spirit
How to Apply:
Applications are made available through the NHS guidance department
Submission deadline is March 18, 2025
A NWC Committee reviews all entries, all award recipients will be notified by the beginning of June.
Awards are presented at the end-of-year ceremony at your school
Community Grants
NWC offers annual grants to local nonprofits doing amazing work and enhancing the lives of Norwell citizens. These funds support everything from environmental education to arts programs, food access, and more.
Who’s Eligible:
An applicant must be a Norwell citizen, an organization that assists a Norwell citizen or a Norwell-based organization, club or sport.
The applicant must also meet a demonstrated need.
How to Apply:
Completed online grant applications are due by November 21, 2025.
Awards are distributed in early January.
Funding will be decided by our membership at our Annual Member Meeting and awards will be based on the number of requests received and the priority of need.
Have questions about eligibility or the application process? We’re here to help—just reach out via our Contact Page.
Why It Matters
At its heart, the Norwell Women’s Club exists to connect people and lift each other up. These grants and scholarships are more than donations—they’re investments in our town’s future.
Take a look at where our dollars have gone:
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Grants & Scholarships:
Five Norwell Senior Scholarships
The James Library
Norwell Grange
North and South Rivers Watershed Association
Norwell Council on Aging
Norwell Recreation Department
Norwell Public Library
Norwell Garden Club
Cole & Vinal PTO
Norwell Chamber of Commerce
Flannel Fest
Norwell Boosters
Norwell House Fire
Norwell Arts
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Grants & Scholarships:
Five Scholarships for High School Seniors who are residents of Norwell
Norwell Council on Aging
EmpowerHER
The James Library
Friends of Norwell Public Library
North and South Rivers Watershed Association
A Simple Gesture – Norwell
NVNA & Hospice
Norwell Recreational Department
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Grants & Scholarships:
Four Norwell Senior Scholarships
The James Library
North and South Rivers Watershed Association
Norwell Council on Aging
Simple Gesture
Skipper the Clipper
Norwell High School 4th Wall Players
Norwell High School Ski Team
Norwell Recreation Department
Norwell Public Library
Cole PTO
Vinal PTO
Norwell High School Booster
Norwell Class of 2026
Pine Street Park
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Grants & Scholarships:
Five Scholarships for High School Seniors who are residents of Norwell
Norwell Council on Aging
Norwell Garden Club
The James Library
Friends of Norwell Public Library
North and South Rivers Watershed Association
A Simple Gesture – Norwell
Norwell Food Pantry
Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)
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Grants & Scholarships:
Four Norwell Senior Scholarships
Friends of Norwell Public Library
North and South Rivers Watershed Association
Community Garden Bench