Women's Advisory Council

About the Burlington County Women's Advisory Council

The Burlington County Women’s Advisory Council identifies and addresses issues that affect women in Burlington County, raises public awareness of the special needs and roles of women, and enhances the quality of life for all women. The Council’s purpose is to advocate for the general needs of women, examine the health and social service needs of women, promote the expansion of rights and opportunities available to women, and to promote the representation of women in government.

The Outstanding Women of Burlington County:

Each year, the Women’s Advisory Council and the Burlington County Board of Commissioners honor women who have made a difference within the Burlington County community.

The County honors women who have made significant contributions to the community and have demonstrated their support of women. These women may have acted as mentors, role models, or advocates for other women.

A nominee must have lived or worked in Burlington County for at least one year to be eligible. Only individual women - not groups, clubs, or organizations - will be considered for this award.

Click here to submit a nomination for the 2026 Outstanding Women of Burlington County Awards.2026 outstanding women nominations

Scholarships


Burlington County Seeks Applications for the 2026 Outstanding Female Students of Burlington County Scholarships.

This year, the Burlington County Women's Council is offering five (5) scholarships.

Each year, the Women’s Advisory Council and the Burlington County Board of Commissioners honor outstanding female students who have made a difference within the Burlington County community by awarding scholarships to help advance their academic careers.


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The Burlington County Future Leader Scholarship is presented to two outstanding female graduating seniors from Burlington County who are continuing their education. The scholarship is $1,000. To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

 

  • Reside in Burlington County, NJ
  • Excel scholastically
  • Demonstrate leadership
  • Graduate from High School before August 1, 2026
  • Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program
  • Deadline to apply: April 2nd at 4pm

Click here to apply


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Burlington County and Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce Future Entrepreneur Scholarship


Each year, the Women’s Advisory Council and the Burlington County Board of Commissioners honor outstanding female students who have made a difference within the Burlington County community by awarding scholarships to help advance their academic careers.

The Burlington County and Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce Future Entrepreneur Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County who wants a career in business. The scholarship is $1,000.

To apply for this scholarship, the recipient must:

  • Reside in Burlington County, NJ
  • Excel scholastically with an interest in business
  • Demonstrate exceptional entrepreneurial spirit
  • Graduate from High School before August 1, 2026
  • Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program
  • Deadline to apply: April 2nd at 4pm

Click here to apply


   

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The Burlington County /Remington & Vernick Engineers STEM Innovation Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County, who is continuing her education. The scholarship is $1,000.  To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

 

  • Reside in Burlington County, NJ
  • Excel scholastically with extensive interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) studies
  • Demonstrate leadership
  • Graduate from High School before August 1, 2026
  • Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program
  • Deadline to apply: April 2nd at 4pm

Click here to apply 


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The Burlington County and Virtua Health Light Maker Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County, who is continuing her education. The scholarship is $1,000.  To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

 

  • Reside in Burlington County, NJ
  • Excel scholastically with extensive interest in healthcare studies
  • Demonstrate leadership
  • Graduate from High School before August 1, 2026
  • Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program
  • Deadline to apply: April 2nd at 4pm

Click here to apply 





Archive: The 2025 Outstanding Women of Burlington County:


Each year, the Women’s Advisory Council and the Burlington County Board of Commissioners honor women who have made a difference within the Burlington County community.

The County honors women who have made significant contributions to the community and have demonstrated their support of women. These women may have acted as mentors, role models, or advocates for other women.

A nominee must have lived or worked in Burlington County for at least one year to be eligible. Only individual women - not groups, clubs, or organizations - will be considered for this award.

2025 Outstanding Women recipients are:

  • Business - Hilary Chebra
  • Community Service - Rev. Dr. Leslie Robin Harrison
  • Diversity/Inclusion - Blenda Pinto
  • Education - Dr. Amy Stella
  • Healthcare - Sarah Fawcett-Lee
  • Leadership - Assemblywoman Andrea Katz
  • Law - Carolyn Chang
  • Public Safety - Lt. Laura Brown 

Tickets:

https://2025BurlcoOutstandingWomen.eventbrite.com

Sponsorships & Ads:

https://2025SponsorsBurlcoOutstandingWomen.eventbrite.com

Sponsorship & ads:

Platinum Sponsor - $5,000
Includes: 2 Full Tables with signage (20 tickets), Premium full-page ad, business logo signage at event, public recognition at dinner and social media advertising.

Gold Sponsor - $2,000
Includes: 10 tickets, full-page ad, business logo, public recognition at dinner and social media advertising.

Silver Sponsor - $1000
Includes: 5 tickets, full-page ad, business logo, public recognition at dinner and social media advertising.

Bronze Sponsor - $500
Includes: 2 tickets, half-page ad, business logo, public recognition at dinner and social media advertising.

Ad Rates - Ads are in Full Color
Full-Page Ad - $350   (7.5” wide x 10” high)
Half-Page Ad - $200   (7.5” wide x 4.75” high)
Quarter-Page Ad - $100   (3. 5” wide x 4.75” high)
Family/Friends Greeting - $25
Personal message on the Friends and Family page (25 words maximum)

Email ad to: womenscouncil@co.burlington.nj.us
 no later than September 15, 2025, to be included in the program.

Checks can be made out to: County of Burlington Trust Fund

Please put on memo line: Women’s Advisory Council

Mail to: Burlington County Commissioner’s Office
PO Box 6000, Mount Holly, NJ 08060



Women of the Week Nominations

 
The Burlington County Commissioners and the Burlington County Women's Advisory Council are seeking nominations to spotlight incredible women on social media. The Spotlight WOW program highlights outstanding women who strive to make a difference in our community.

Nominees should have made significant contributions to the community and have demonstrated their support of women. These women may have acted as mentors, role models, or advocates for other women.

To be eligible, a nominee must have lived or worked in Burlington County for at least one year.

Click here for the form.