Women entrepreneurs
of southern oregon

Support Future Entrepreneurs — Become a Cathie Izor Scholarship Sponsor!

Use the form on this page to pay for a WESO Scholarship Sponsorship.

This scholarship honors Cathie Izor, who has served as a passionate WESO Board Member for more than 25 years! It awards one scholarship to one woman in Southern Oregon who is enrolled in a college or trade program and is pursuing a path of entrepreneurship or self-employment. Applications for this $1,000 scholarship open in January!

For just $100, WESO members have the opportunity to support aspiring women entrepreneurs and students in Southern Oregon, while also gaining visibility and recognition for their businesses.

By becoming a Cathie Izor Scholarship Sponsor, you’re not only helping a deserving student pursue their dreams, you're also showing your support for education, entrepreneurship, and our local community.

What Your Sponsorship Includes:

Social Media Shoutout

Your business will be highlighted across WESO’s social media platforms, thanking you for your support and promoting your contribution to our program.

Website Recognition

Your logo and business name will be proudly displayed on the WESO website as a valued scholarship sponsor.

Acknowledgement at the WESO Holiday Networking Event and Scholarship Award Ceremony

• Your logo on table displays at the event
• Your logo featured on the projector scree
• An opportunity to speak about your business and share your support at the Holiday Event.

Email Newsletter Mention

You’ll be featured in a dedicated WESO email blast to our full mailing list, acknowledging your generous sponsorship.

Grow IT! Program Materials

Your sponsorship will also be recognized in printed materials for Grow It!, our annual business development event, where we continue to encourage and equip women in entrepreneurship.

Why Sponsor?

• Make a tangible impact on a local woman’s journey toward entrepreneurship or self-employment
  

• Boost your business visibility among the WESO community and beyond
  

• Align your brand with empowerment, education, and purpose-driven leadership

• Your sponsorship may qualify as a tax-deductible advertising expense for your business.
  

Ready to sponsor?
Let’s empower the next generation, together!  

Questions? Contact Mary Fitzsimmons at scholarship@wesoweb.org .

* When filling out the form below, enter $100 in the "Amount" box.