Joseph Kohn Memorial Scholarship

Honoring an ardent protector of Marin's native plant species

Donor:                 Bequest of Joseph Kohn
Amount:              Covers full tuition to the Master Class

Joseph Kohn (34), a self-described “flaming environmentalist”, was an active member and tireless supporter of Environmental Forum of Marin and the Marin Chapter of the California Native Plant Society.  Before he passed away in January, 2010, he guided Environmental Forum students on walking explorations of natural habitats, native plants, and waterways.

Always a compassionate advocate on the subject of correcting eco-system damage wrought by human inattention and behavior, Joe’s dedication to all environmental concerns inspired dozens of Environmental Forum students. He attributed his public speaking skills to his advocacy training as a member of Master Class 34. An annual memorial scholarship was created to honor this beloved member with funds he bequeathed to the organization so that other “flaming environmentalists” could follow in his stead.

The scholarship covers full Master Class tuition for a student who already has demonstrated leadership qualities in protecting the lands and ecology of Marin County. Recipients are selected on the basis of their demonstrated commitment to the environment and sustainability, their past experience serving as a role model for other environmental advocates, their collaborative skills, and past accomplishments. 

Meet this year’s recipient – Pamela Hartwell-Herrero

Pam Hartwell-Herrero (38) is the first recipient of the Joseph Kohn Memorial Scholarship. Since 2004, Pam has been the Executive Director of Sustainable Fairfax. She was elected to the Fairfax Town Council in 2009 and currently serves as Vice Mayor.    

As a child growing up on a small farm in Minnesota, Pam developed a passion for simple living, chickens, and worms, and the ability to inspire others to live an abundant life with more connectivity and less waste. Now, she is a strong advocate for renewable energy and Marin Clean Energy, zero-waste initiatives, and water conservation.

Among her other community contributions, she serves as a leader of the Fairfax Youth Commission and as an advisory member of the Marin Economic Forum. She is a past three-term president of Marin Master Gardners and was elected to the Marin County Green Party County Council.

Apply

The deadline for applying for the 2012 - 2013 Joseph Kohn Memorial Scholarship is July 15, 2012.

For more information, please contact:

Gina Marr

Recruitment Director
Apply@MarinEFM.org

(415) 925-2060, Extension  14