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Women of Argyle nonprofit launches with scholarships and youth entrepreneurship awards
Summary
A local group led by Amy Buckert introduced Women of Argyle at the Aug. 18 council meeting, describing plans for scholarships for Argyle-area seniors, a young-entrepreneur award for ages 12–17 and community programming; inaugural meeting set for Sept. 15.
At the Aug. 18 Argyle Town Council meeting, Amy Buckert introduced Women of Argyle, a newly formed local nonprofit that she said will support students and young entrepreneurs and foster community connections among the town’s women.
Buckert said the organization will provide three main programs: annual scholarships for graduating seniors who attend Argyle High School, Liberty Christian or are homeschooled in Argyle ISD (including at least one scholarship targeted to trade or vocational education); a young-entrepreneur award for youth ages 12–17 that will combine financial support with mentorship; and ongoing volunteer and connection opportunities for women through monthly meetings, small groups and semiannual fundraising events.
Buckert said the group is organized “exclusively for charitable and educational purposes” and planned an inaugural meeting for Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Little Joe’s. She brought two board members to the meeting — Britney Rupert and Whitney Sterling — and asked for council encouragement and support.
Council reaction
The mayor and council members praised the volunteer effort and offered to help connect the new nonprofit with town resources. Staff offered to share event and open-meeting information on the town website and to work with the group on outreach as needed.
Why it matters
The group’s scholarship program and youth entrepreneurship focus aim to direct local philanthropic dollars toward graduates and economically-oriented student opportunities. The nonprofit’s stated inclusion of trades and vocational training in scholarship eligibility was noted by Buckert as an explicit policy decision to broaden access beyond four‑year college pathways.
Practical details provided at the meeting
- Eligibility for scholarships: graduating seniors attending Argyle High School, Liberty Christian or homeschooled students within Argyle ISD boundaries; at least one award reserved annually for trade/vocational study. - Young entrepreneur award: ages 12–17; program will combine seed funding, mentorship and educational support. - Inaugural meeting: Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m., Little Joe’s (public event).
