Diana Donald Scholarship-- Internship Program
In honor of the legacy of Diana Donald, this scholarship-internship program offers the opportunity for organizations and agencies to hire an intern in a planning or planning-related field to work on an identifiable planning initiative within the organization. Grant funds, in the amount of $3,500, will be provided to one agency or organization on a competitive basis.
Diana Donald, who passed away in 1975, was a Connecticutâbased planner who was recognized nationally for her contributions to the profession. At the time of her passing at age 40, she was the First Vice President of the American Institute of Planners and was in line to become President. Her status in the association set a historical precedent for women in planning.
Applications for 2024 are now being accepted! The deadline to apply is January 25th. Please refer to program information for additional details.
Please contact us with any questions about the Diana Donald Scholarship-Internship Program.
Former Diana Donald Funded Internships
New Haven: walking tour of Newhallville and Dixwell neighborhoods
Norwich: inventory of sidewalk and ADA ramp conditions
East Hampton: Air Line Trail town center land use strategies
Hampton: village center regulations
Manchester: Master Plan for Center Springs Park
Norwich Community Development Corporation: Quinebaug River Greenway Plan
New Haven: walking tour of Newhallville and Dixwell neighborhoods
Norwich: inventory of sidewalk and ADA ramp conditions