October 2024 Scharfman Grants Awarded to Three Leagues

LWV Norwood: LWV Norwood received a grant to purchase two sets of large laminated posters and sandwich boards to display in town prior and during elections. 

LWV Martha’s Vineyard: LWV Martha’s Vineyard received a grant for the spring candidates forums they held in each of the four Island towns where there was a contested race.  The forums were open to the public at no cost. A videographer was hired to record the forums. 

LWV South Coast: LWV South Coast received a grant to hold a magic show titled “Your Vote Is Magic.”  The free, non-partisan presentation was aimed at igniting inspiration and empowering students and citizens, unequivocally emphasizing that their vote is their voice and how much it matters. One show was presented to students at the New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School and a second evening show was presented to the South Coast community.