Class of 2024 Scholarships

Class of 2024 Scholarships

Application Deadline - March 16th, 2024
This application form is for graduating seniors of the class of 2024. For other application forms visit keweenawgives.org/scholarships

Instructions for this form:
- First select all scholarships to which you are eligible.
- Fill out the form below to the best of your knowledge.
- Complete the short essay (or essays, depending on the scholarship selected). We recommend composing the essays and then copy/pasting in the boxes below.
- You may save the application and return to it later. The deadline for submitting applications is Saturday, March 16, 2024.
  - The Richard and Clara Fedewa Scholarship deadline has been extended to 3/30/24
- A short letter of recommendation is required. A form will be sent to the email address of the recommending teacher, coach, or another unrelated adult.
Any questions can be directed to mail@keweenawgives.org or call or text 906-482-9673.
Which scholarships are you eligible for? Choose all that apply.*

Richard and Clara Fedewa Scholarship: open to female members of the St. Ignatius Catholic parish.

2. School Information

Tell us about your education.
Current High School*
Current GPA*
First Choice College or School*
Second Choice College or School
Have you accepted an admissions offer?*

YesNo
What are your academic objectives?*

Bachelor of Arts or Sciences (four years)Associate of Arts or Science (two years)Technical CertificationOther
Intended major or field of study:*
Intended major or field of study 2:

3. More About You

Tell us about your accomplishments.
ACT Score (if applicable)
SAT Score (if applicable)
List extracurricular activities and years involved (include athletics, art, drama, forensics, school organizations and clubs, music, military organizations, etc.):*
List honors, awards, and prizes earned in school (including any office held in school organizations):*
List activities outside of school (church organizations, community activities, volunteer service, etc., including any leadership positions held):*
Jack Eberhard Memorial Scholarship: List your best year's golf scoring average (approximate if unknown), tournaments won, top ten finishes, All-Conference, Region, or State golf accomplishments:

4. Financial Aid Information
List the type and amount of financial assistance you will be receiving in the upcoming academic year (scholarships, grants, loans, work, parent contributions, etc.):*
Are there any special circumstances you would like the Scholarship Selection Committee to consider?

5. Essay

Please write 300 - 500 words for each required prompt. Prompts will be marked as "required" based on the scholarships selected on the first page.
Please address your college/training goals and choice of major/field, what you intend to do with your education/training, and why a scholarship is important to you. Include any academic and non-academic accomplishments, personal characteristics, or experiences that make you uniquely worthy of scholarship consideration.*

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Jack Eberhard Memorial Scholarship: Describe your experience with the game of golf. What do you love about the game? Give an example of a time when you showed good sportsmanship on or off the course. Why do you deserve this scholarship?

0/500
Ron and Lou Ellyn Helman Scholarship: This scholarship is intended for students pursuing career and technical education. What CTE courses did you take? How will your future course of study help you in becoming a reliable, self-sufficient member of society?

0/500
Houghton Rotary Scholarship: What does community service mean to you? How have you served your community? How will you give back in the future?

0/500
Bernard F. Gaffney Memorial Scholarship: How have you demonstrated personal initiative in your education? What do integrity and character mean to you? How do you exhibit these qualities?

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6. Recommendation

Who will provide a short letter of recommendation?
The Scholarship Selection Committees require a short recommendation from a non-family member. Please provide the name and email address of who you would like us to send the recommendation form on your behalf.

Please get their permission first!
Name of person providing recommendation:*
How do you know them?*
Example: My English teacher, Golf Coach, Pastor
Email of person providing recommendation:*
example@example.com
7. Applicant's E-Signature
By signing (typing your legal name) in the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application. When you press the submit button you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please save for your records and retain as verification of your application.
E-Signature*
The Keweenaw Community Foundation is committed to equal opportunity in education. The Foundation does not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, or any other protected class.
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1. Personal Data