Signature Program
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The Signature Program is designed to provide a diverse group of exceptional individuals, that either live or work in Orange County, with an in-depth understanding of the many challenges and opportunities within the county and thus enable them to better serve their own communities going forward.
The Signature Experience
Over ten months, 10 classes total, participants receive training from local business, community, and government leaders on topics important to the residents and businesses of Orange County. Topics include leadership development, education, planning & infrastructure, health & human services, diversity & inclusion, government & politics, economic development, tourism & the arts, and the judicial system.
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💼 For Employers
Employers are investing in the future of their business and the future of our community when their employees participate in the Signature Program. By encouraging and supporting your employee to join Leadership Orange, you are nurturing our future leaders and providing them with skills and training essential to success both in the work environment and Orange County.
🎓 Tuition & Scholarship
The Leadership Orange Signature program has a one-time tuition fee of $1,800 and a $25 application fee. Applicants who apply by May 31 will get a discounted tuition price of $1,700. Tuition includes all course materials. There are limited scholarships available to those who can demonstrate financial need, and the request for scholarship funds has no bearing on the selection process. Once you have completed your application, you will have the opportunity to complete a scholarship application form.
✅ Prospective Participant Qualifications
Are at least 21 years of age and live and/or work in Orange County.
Are committed, motivated, and eager to serve in volunteer, appointed, or elected leadership roles in Orange County.
Can commit the time and energy to complete the program and continue to serve the community.
Have demonstrated community or career achievement appropriate to age and experience.
Represent a cross-section of business, professions, organizations, government, education, socio-economic, ethnic backgrounds, age, and geographical areas throughout Orange County.
Are committed to staying actively involved in the county.
Junior Leadership Orange Scholarship
The Leadership Orange Junior Leadership Orange Graduate Scholarship recognizes an outstanding graduating senior who has successfully completed the Junior Leadership Orange program and exemplifies the values of leadership, service, and civic engagement. This scholarship honors a student who has demonstrated meaningful impact within their school and community, embraced personal growth through the program, and shown a strong commitment to continuing their leadership journey beyond high school. The award celebrates not only academic achievement, but also character, initiative, and a dedication to strengthening our community’s future.
Award: $500
Scholarship Criteria:
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Must be a graduating high school senior and a completed participant of the Junior Leadership Orange program.
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Demonstrated leadership in school, community, employment, or extracurricular activities.
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Active involvement in community service or civic engagement.
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Submission of a 500–750 word essay responding to one of the provided prompts.
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Submission of one letter of recommendation (teacher, employer, mentor, or Leadership Orange advisor)
💼 For Employers
Employers are investing in the future of their business and the future of our community when their employees participate in the Signature Program. By encouraging and supporting your employee to join Leadership Orange, you are nurturing our future leaders and providing them with skills and training essential to success both in the work environment and Orange County.
🎓 Tuition & Scholarship
The Leadership Orange Signature program has a one-time tuition fee of $1,800 and a $25 application fee. Applicants who apply by May 31 will get a discounted tuition price of $1,700. Tuition includes all course materials. There are limited scholarships available to those who can demonstrate financial need, and the request for scholarship funds has no bearing on the selection process. Once you have completed your application, you will have the opportunity to complete a scholarship application form.
✅ Prospective Participant Qualifications
Are at least 21 years of age and live and/or work in Orange County.
Are committed, motivated, and eager to serve in volunteer, appointed, or elected leadership roles in Orange County.
Can commit the time and energy to complete the program and continue to serve the community.
Have demonstrated community or career achievement appropriate to age and experience.
Represent a cross-section of business, professions, organizations, government, education, socio-economic, ethnic backgrounds, age, and geographical areas throughout Orange County.
Are committed to staying actively involved in the county.
The Signature Experience
Over ten months, 10 classes total, participants receive training from local business, community, and government leaders on topics important to the residents and businesses of Orange County. Topics include leadership development, education, planning & infrastructure, health & human services, diversity & inclusion, government & politics, economic development, tourism & the arts, and the judicial system.
Signature Program
The Signature Program is designed to provide a diverse group of exceptional individuals, that either live or work in Orange County, with an in-depth understanding of the many challenges and opportunities within the county and thus enable them to better serve their own communities going forward.