What is the SITE Foundation Relief Fund?

Administered through SITE Foundation, this fund, originally called the Moira Hearn Memorial Bursary, offers financial assistance to SITE members who are experiencing difficulties. 

The fund aims to provide continuity of membership and support at a time when circumstances might preclude it. Grants from this fund could be used to support membership dues, professional development, or participation in events.

How do I apply?

Applications need to be submitted via our official form. 

Applications are evaluated by a committee of SITE leaders and are confidential and anonymous — your name will not be revealed to the committee.

Background

Jenn Glynn, CIS CITP, 2020 SITE President and former member of SITE's International Board of Directors, launched the Moira Hearn Memorial Bursary in 2020 to provide financial assistance to SITE members who had lost their jobs, or whose businesses were experiencing extreme financial difficulties due to COVID-19. 

The Bursary was originally offered in honor of Moira Hearn, deceased, whose SITE membership was characterized by an uncommon altruism and concern for others. 

Moira Hearn was — and still is — for many of us, the moral touchstone of professionalism in the world of incentive travel. 

A deeply empathetic and compassionate person, Moira embodied everything that this fund stands for: warmth, understanding, a helping hand, sharing the burden.