RALPH H. AND RUTH FRANK GROSS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

RALPH H. AND RUTH FRANK GROSS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
2025 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Ralph and Ruth Frank Gross understood the value of a good education. This scholarship was established in memory of them and is intended to encourage people to improve themselves and provide for their children's betterment. Governmental workers and their families were selected as qualified recipients because of the many unrecognized good deeds performed. This scholarship is for college, university, or vocational education. The award range is $500 – $2,500 per student.
- Demonstrate financial need and must not receive any other scholarship or grant.
- Be a resident of the State of Florida.
  If the applicant is a graduating high school student, he or she must have an SAT score of 1100 or higher (CR + MA) and submit official high school transcripts.
- Plan to attend a college, university, or vocational institute located in the State of Florida either on a full or part-time basis. Graduate students are not eligible to apply.
- Agree not to use tobacco products, illegal drugs or abuse alcohol for the duration of this award.
- Agree not to become a member of a social sorority of fraternity for the duration of this award. Membership of an honorary, academic, or professional sorority or fraternity is allowed.
- If the employer has a tuition reimbursement program, you may not be eligible for this award.
Applicant must also be at least ONE of the following:
- A current full-time employee of a governmental entity in Broward County.
- A retired employee or past employee who was employed full-time by a governmental entity in Broward County continuously for at least five years.
- A past employee who was disabled as a result of a performance of his/her functions of employment while employed full-time for at least five years at a governmental entity in Broward County.
- A spouse or former spouse (for at least five years), or child of an employee who currently is employed full-time at a governmental entity in Broward County or an employee who meets one of the requirements above or who was killed in the line of duty while employed full-time for at least five years at a governmental entity in Broward County.
Are you currently receiving financial aid? (Please note that individuals receiving other scholarships or grants, are not eligible for this scholarship)*

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If you have answered "Yes" to the question above, unfortunately, you are not eligible to receive this scholarship. Please visit our website at www.cfbroward.org to determine other scholarships you may be eligible for. Thank you.
Applicant Info*

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II. Education:
II. Education:
Name of High School*
Graduation Month and Year (Format: mmm,yyyy)*
Please provide your SAT and/or ACT scores.

Educational Institute Information:
Are you currently attending school?*

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Include your most current transcript:

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Name of post-secondary school you plan to attend during the 2025-2026 school year. If unknown, list school(s) you applied to:*
Choice 1 School
Choice 1 School*

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Choice 2 School (Type "NA" if not applicable)*
Choice 2 School
Choice 2 School

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Select all that apply regarding the type of institution, enrollment status, and living arrangements.*

4 yr. College or UniversityCommunity CollegeVocational ProgramOn Campus HousingOff Campus HousingCommute from HomePart-time EnrollmentFull-time EnrollmentOther
Major or Course of Study*
Number of credit hours/units/courses you plan to take Fall 2025:*
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Number of credit hours/units you plan to take Spring/Summer 2026:
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Essay*

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III. Essay
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Write a brief description of your personal and educational goals and interest. Include your future aspirations and how this scholarship will assist you on that pathway. *

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IV. Verification Information
IV. Verification Information
Download the Employee verification Form and upload it below.
Employee Verification

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Proof of Florida Residency: (Copy of your driver's license or an identification card that was issued more than one year ago.)

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Finances*

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V. Finances
V. Finances
Have you filed a 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).*

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Please upload the first page of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) showing the student aid report (SAR).*

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Upload your most recent tax return (Parent/Guardian return if you are a high school student). PLEASE REDACT ALL SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS ON THE FORM.*

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CERTIFICATION AND SIGNATURE
I hereby affirm that the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If asked by an authorized official, I agree to give proof of the information that I have given on this form. Falsification of information may result in my ineligibility for this scholarship and termination of any scholarship granted. This application becomes the property of the Community Foundation of Broward.
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If you have questions, please contact Tina Hudson, Manager, Community Impact via email at scholarships@cfbroward.org
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RALPH H. AND RUTH FRANK GROSS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

2025 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Applicant must also be at least ONE of the following:

I. Applicant Information:

Parent/Guardian Information

II. Education:

Educational Institute Information:

III. Essay

IV. Verification Information

V. Finances

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