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Applications are due May 8, 2020
A committee reviews all applications and selects individuals who represent a broad cross-section of the community.
- Company of applicant must be a member of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce.
- Applicant must be living in the Raleigh/Wake County area.
- Two classes will take place each year.
- Cost is $2,750 (*price subject to change) and includes all expenses for the retreat, monthly program sessions, and concluding report session. A limited number of partial scholarships are available.
- Applicants must show either potential for or demonstrated leadership abilities, community interest and involvement, and the desire to assume expanded leadership responsibility.
- Selection is based upon thoroughness of answers on a candidate's application.
- Only one candidate per company per class will be selected to participate each year.
- Financial Assistance: A limited amount of financial assistance is available for program participation. Candidates who need financial assistance are encouraged to request more information by contacting Des Burton. Candidates who request financial assistance will be asked to submit an additional application to assess the level of need. Financial assistance will be available through the John Freehafer Scholarship Fund.
John Freehafer Scholarship Fund
Currently, Leadership Raleigh has limited scholarship funding available for candidates who have a demonstrated need. With 110 participants each year, Leadership Raleigh's goal is to endow scholarship assistance for the program.
The purpose of scholarship support is to foster diversity in the program with participation of individuals who are employed by institutions that may be unable to provide financial support. These organizations include nonprofits or small business professionals.
To meet this goal, the Leadership Raleigh Alumni Board has created the John Freehafer Scholarship Fund. Once endowed, the board will grant scholarship assistance to a Leadership Raleigh participant(s) who demonstrates need and best exemplifies Freehafer’s commitment to the community and to volunteerism. Funding is underway for the endowed scholarship that will carry John Freehafer’s name.
To apply for the scholarship, submit this form with your Leadership Raleigh application.
About John Freehafer
John Freehafer was a graduate of LR 17 and met his wife, Deb, during the program. He was the proud father of Grayson, an alumnus of UNC, a loyal employee of RBC Centura, and a season ticket-holder for the Carolina Hurricanes. Freehafer was one of those special personalities that never failed to light up a room, and anyone who met him instantly warmed to his optimism and good humor. He was someone who cared deeply about the values that make our community one of the world’s best — faith, family and friendship. He led a purposeful life and was committed to many organizations including the American Diabetes Association's Leadership Council, Boys & Girls Club's Breakfast of Champions, Raleigh Chamber (chair of the Greater Raleigh Sports Council at the time of his death), Prison MATCH, and Hayes Barton Baptist Church. Freehafer passed away in December 2004. His absence is constantly felt in the Leadership Raleigh family and we continuously strive to achieve the level of excitement he held for the program. The scholarship fund was established to honor his memory and to remind all LR graduates of the value of service in all its forms—to community, family, faith, and friendship.
Please email dburton@raleighchamber.org to receive up-to-date information about coming events and future program opportunities.
Currently, Leadership Raleigh has limited scholarship funding available for candidates who have a demonstrated need. With 110 participants each year, Leadership Raleigh's goal is to endow scholarship assistance for the program.
The purpose of scholarship support is to foster diversity in the program with participation of individuals who are employed by institutions that may be unable to provide financial support. These organizations include nonprofits or small business professionals.
To meet this goal, the Leadership Raleigh Alumni Board has created the John Freehafer Scholarship Fund. Once endowed, the board will grant scholarship assistance to a Leadership Raleigh participant(s) who demonstrates need and best exemplifies Freehafer’s commitment to the community and to volunteerism. Funding is underway for the endowed scholarship that will carry John Freehafer’s name.
To apply for the scholarship, submit this form with your Leadership Raleigh application.
About John Freehafer
John Freehafer was a graduate of LR 17 and met his wife, Deb, during the program. He was the proud father of Grayson, an alumnus of UNC, a loyal employee of RBC Centura, and a season ticket-holder for the Carolina Hurricanes. Freehafer was one of those special personalities that never failed to light up a room, and anyone who met him instantly warmed to his optimism and good humor. He was someone who cared deeply about the values that make our community one of the world’s best — faith, family and friendship. He led a purposeful life and was committed to many organizations including the American Diabetes Association's Leadership Council, Boys & Girls Club's Breakfast of Champions, Raleigh Chamber (chair of the Greater Raleigh Sports Council at the time of his death), Prison MATCH, and Hayes Barton Baptist Church. Freehafer passed away in December 2004. His absence is constantly felt in the Leadership Raleigh family and we continuously strive to achieve the level of excitement he held for the program. The scholarship fund was established to honor his memory and to remind all LR graduates of the value of service in all its forms—to community, family, faith, and friendship.
Please email dburton@raleighchamber.org to receive up-to-date information about coming events and future program opportunities.
