The Halifax Award, established in 2016 with the Nova Scotia Community College Foundation for $1,000.00 for full-time or part-time female students who exhibits a proven commitment to empowering women through leadership, service and advocacy.  Preference will be given to students who are in financial need.

The name of the Halifax Award was changed in 2021 to the current title in memory of Marlene Grantham, for leadership and long-term service to her community and to the Zonta Club of Halifax. 

Marlene Grantham passed away in 2019 and is sadly missed by all who knew her.

Application for this award is available via Nova Scotia Community Colleges across Nova Scotia and are managed by the Nova Scotia Community Foundation according to criteria established by the Zonta Club of Halifax.