MCF Scholarship Application 2023-24

Friends of the South Manatee Library Scholarship

Created to provide annual scholarships to one or more qualified candidate(s) who have applied or are already enrolled in an accredited master’s library science degree program. It also provides grants to staff members of the South Manatee Branch Library to attend workshops, seminars, or other educational programs to further their training in library science services.

Fully complete this application to help us determine your eligibility to receive this scholarship. You must complete each section of the application. It is your responsibility to submit / upload all supporting documentation. You only need to submit one application for all available scholarships.

The deadline to submit an application is July 15, 2023.

The Manatee Community Foundation reserves the right not to process applications found to be incomplete as of the application deadline.
For further information please contact Manatee Community Foundation:

Simone Peterson, Community Investment Officer, call 941.556.5448 or email SPeterson@ManateeCF.org

BASIC INFORMATION
Student's Full / Legal Name*

First NameLast Name
College ID if applicable:
Student Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / County

Zip CodeCountry
How many years have you lived in Manatee County?

1-23-56+
Student Phone Number*
Student E-mail*
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Student Birth Date

MonthDayYear

EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
Academic GPA*
Class Rank
High School Attended
School Name
High School Graduation Year
College 1 Attended
Name of School
Years Attended at College 1
Ex. 2002 - 2006
College 2 Attended
Name of School
Years Attended at College 2
Ex. 2002 - 2006
College / School choice 2 - Reason Chosen
Main reason you chose this school
College / School choice 2 - Accepted?
Have you been accepted?
College / School choice 3 - Name
School Name
College / School choice 3 - Reason Chosen
Main reason you chose this school
College / School choice 3 - Accepted?
Have you been accepted?
Will Live

On/Near CampusAt Home
Major
Minor
Degree Awarded
Year Degree Received
Graduate Work
Years of Graduate Work
Ex. 2002 - 2006
Other
Degree Goal

Technical CertificateAssociatesBachelorsMastersDoctoral

CAREER OBJECTIVES
Have you been officially accepted into an accredited graduate library science program?
If yes, please attach written verification from school

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College Name
Degree to be Obtained
Date to be completed
Estimated Expenses:*
Estimated Resources:*
Check all that apply:

I will receive financial support from parentsI anticipate receiving a Pell GrantI have a Florida Prepaid AccountI participate in Take Stock in ChildrenI have already accumulated student loansI anticipate receiving other scholarships

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Describe your community involvement, such as membership in professional, religious or volunteer organizations along with duties, offices and length of service.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Are you presently employed?
If yes, where?
Work Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Previous Employment

GOALS
Describe your educational, professional and personal goals, both short and long range. Include how your course of study will help you attain these goals.
Reasons for applying for this scholarship:

REFERENCES
Please attach two letters of reference. One from the community, and one from your current school or work situation. (You are encouraged to select a school or college instructor or counselor, an employer or job supervisor as a reference; someone who knows you well and is in a position to evaluate you according to the criteria given.) References may not be family members.

Please have the letters of reference emailed or mailed directly to:

Email:

SPeterson@ManateeCF.org

OR Mail:

Manatee Community Foundation
Attn: Simone Peterson
2820 Manatee Ave W
Bradenton FL 34205

OR if you have them already, you can attach them to this application.
Letter of Reference 1

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Letter of Reference 2

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Reference 1 Name (Position, Phone Number)
Reference 2 Name (Position, Phone Number)

SCHOOL, COMMUNITY, WORK EXPERIENCE, ETC.
List name of club, etc. and years of participation. If you volunteered, list the name of organization and the number of hours, weeks and years that you volunteered. If you worked, list the company, hours per week and length of time.
School Activities / Offices Held 1: (not sports)
School Activities / Offices Held 2: (not sports)
School Activities / Offices Held 3: (not sports)
School Activities / Offices Held 4: (not sports)
Community Service / Volunteer Activities 1 (outside of school)
Community Service / Volunteer Activities 2 (outside of school)
Community Service / Volunteer Activities 3 (outside of school)
Community Service / Volunteer Activities 4 (outside of school)
Sports Participation 1
Sports Participation 2
Sports Participation 3
Sports Participation 4
Travel Experience or Unusual Experiences (study abroad, etc.)
School / Community Awards and Honors 1 (no matter how small) National Honor Society, Girl/Boy Scouts, 4-H, FFA, TSA, Science Fair, etc.
Award and Grade(s)
School / Community Awards and Honors 2
Award and Grade(s)
School / Community Awards and Honors 3
Award and Grade(s)
EMPLOYMENT 1: List past and present work and length of time employed.
Start with most recent or present. Please write None if you do not have any paid work experience.
EMPLOYMENT 2: List past and present work and length of time employed.
EMPLOYMENT 3: List past and present work and length of time employed.

NEEDS-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS PARENT / CUSTODIAL / HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION
To be considered for need-based scholarships you must complete the information requested below. All information supplied by you will be treated as confidential. If financial circumstances change after you have submitted this form, please feel free to contact us. Complete this entire page if you want to be considered for need-based scholarships.
Directions

Stepparent information may replace Mother or Father's information: Please report earnings for the parent/stepparent who the student has lived with most of the time (over 50%) in the past twelve months. If the student lives with both parents equally then provide answers about the parent/stepparent who provides the most financial support. If you are financially independent, please answer name as "Self", enter your/spouse income and note in the explanation box that you are an independent.
Father/Stepfather/Guardian Name
Father/Stepfather Employer and Occupation
Father/Stepfather Annual Income:
Mother/Stepmother/Guardian Name
Mother/Stepmother Employer and Occupation:
Mother/Stepmother Annual Income:
Number of dependents in home:
Number of dependents in college:
First generation to attend college?

YesNo
Other income that can be used for educational purposes (inheritance, college funds, etc)-do not include home equity, IRA's or other retirement accounts (optional):
Other Income Type 1:
Other Income Amount 1:
Other Income Type 2:
Other Income Amount 2:
Please explain any unusual circumstances such as, child-support ending, emergency expenses, medical bills, seasonal work, unemployment, etc.
SCHOLARSHIP RECEIVED TO DATE 1
AMOUNT 1
SCHOLARSHIP RECEIVED TO DATE 2
AMOUNT 2

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STUDENT ESSAY:*
The essay should be approximately 200-300 words. Introduce yourself, identify your mentors, and share your goals and expectations for higher education and financial aid.
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Upload all applicable documents listed below. Click on the "Browse..." button to select a file from your computer. You can upload any common file format (PDF, .doc, .docx., .xls, .xlsx, etc.) The deadline to submit an application is July 15, 2023.
Undergraduate Transcript (most current)*

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College Transcript (if currently in college or dual enrolled)

College Transcript
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SAT and/or ACT scores if they do not appear on transcript

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Official acceptance letter if applicable

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FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid - www.FAFSA.gov) Student Aid Report (SAR) - Make sure the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is legible on the first page.*

Student Aid Report (SAR)
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CERTIFICATION
Please acknowledge*

I acknowledge that I am NOT a relative of any member of the Manatee Community Foundation scholarship committees, the Manatee Community Foundation staff, Board or Advisory Council members.I acknowledge that I am NOT a relative of any donors who have established a Manatee Community Foundation scholarship fund.I acknowledge that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that I will inform the Manatee Community Foundation Grants and Scholarships Manager of any changes which might occur in this information.
Signature*

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Submission Time (The deadline to submit an application is July 15, 2023 at 11:59pm EST.)

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Friends of the South Manatee Library Scholarship

For further information please contact Manatee Community Foundation:

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