Systers Online Community has announced the Pass-It-On Grants in honor of Anita Borg.

The grants are funded by donations from the Systers community and are intended to support women seeking their place in the fields of technology.

Pass-it-on Grants are open to women over 18 years old in or aspiring to be in the fields of computing.  Grants range in value from $500.00 to $1000.00.

Applications covering a wide variety of needs and projects are encouraged, such as:

• To help with studies, job transfers or other transitions in life.
• Projects that benefits girls and women.
• Projects that seek to inspire girls and women to go into the computnig field.
• Assistance with educational fees and materials.
• Partial funding source for larger scholarship.
• Mentoring and other supportive groups for women in technology or computing.

The deadline for the next round of awards is March 30, 2008.  For additional details, visit their website at