LEX Global Leaders Scholarship

The LEX Global Leaders Scholarship aims to remove financial barriers to participation in a life-changing LEX exchange program or overseas internship opportunity.  This scholarship honors the memory of wise and compassionate leaders in the LEX community.  We were so fortunate to be able to collaborate with them to do the meaningful work of promoting cross-cultural understanding. 

The scholarship is available in the U.S. and Canada to eligible:
  • Members of LEX
  • LEX exchange program partners
  • The general public

​Download the LEX Global Leaders Scholarship Application for more information on how to apply and an application.

In Memoriam

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Betty McCoy
Elizabeth "Betty" McCoy
1945-2025
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Betty served as a LEX America Director for 15 years until her unexpected passing this year.  We counted on Betty to help guide our organization, including the committee she chaired, with her special brand of sharp leadership wrapped in so much grace and kindness.  Before joining the LEX America board, Betty supported the same mission and programs during her time as Montana State 4-H Leader through collaboration with LEX as a member of the States' 4-H Board of Directors.  This was  just one of the many ways she supported youth development and education throughout her life. We hope to carry forward her example of uplifting others.
​Each of these beloved people had an impact on many lives that cannot be conveyed in a few sentences.  This scholarship is one small way we hope to treasure their memories, and carry on their work.
Ching-fen Hsiao, 1935-2021.  Ching-fen served as a LEX director for 18 years until his passing in late 2021. We relied on Ching-fen for his expertise in non-profit management, his passion for multilingualism and multiculturalism, and his unflagging kindness to all.
Harold "Brownie" Brown, 1935-2018.  Brownie was a longtime supporter of international exchange as Maine 4-H State Program Coordinator,  Maine State 4-H/Japan Exchange Coordinator, and served as a LEX director 2002-2012.  Brownie was especially active in support of our staff and our alumni.
Charlie Lang, 1932-2013.  Charlie was deeply involved with the 4-H/Japan Exchange Program in Kansas, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, and served as a LEX director 2002-2010.  He was known also for his sense of humor and appreciation for puns.
Kumi Greissman, 1972-2003.  Kumi had a tremendous love of languages that she was determined to share with others.  Together with her young daughter, she was a Fellow of the LEX Language Project club in Manhattan from 2001 until her untimely passing in 2003.

A Magical Adventure