• Uplifting Parents Full Application

  • Mission: To create stability and greater opportunities for single parent families through relationship-based mentoring and wraparound supports throughout their higher-education journey.

    Uplifting Parents works to meet our mission through five key program components:

    • Relationship-based mentoring
    • Financial support (through education and a monthly stipend)
    • Academic Support
    • Parenting Resources
    • Career Readiness

    UP participants are matched with an Uplifting Parents Mentor who helps anticipate and intercept potential crises that could derail their success. Mentoring is the heart of the program and helps provide the holistic services and support that will assist you in completing your degree or certification and achieving economic stability for your family. 

    Eligibility Requirements:

    • Single parent, male or female, enrolled in a higher education degree or certificate program with plan to graduate within 24 months of enrolling into the UP program
    • Currently parenting at least 50% of the time or an expectant mother
    • Has completed one semester with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in the last 6 months and is enrolled in at least 6 credits in the the current or upcoming semester (or the equivalent for certificate programs)
    • Can articulate career goals and why this degree/certificate program will help them achieve those goals
    • Present stability in basic needs; not currently struggling with ongoing crisis or currently experiencing substance misuse
    • Be self-motivated and committed to reaching their educational and career goals
    • Be able to commit to 2 hours per month for mentoring; mentoring may be done in person or virtual
    • Be willing to meet with an UP approved credit counselor or other financial literacy coach and share report with UP mentor. Reports are used for financial goal setting
    • Be willing to complete parenting support and financial literacy support components through goal setting with mentor
    • Provide 2 referrals, one must be from an academic institution and may not be a family member or friend

     

  • I meet all of the eligibility requirements:*
  • How did you hear about the Uplifting Parents Program?*

  • The Application will take about 30 minutes to complete. You are able to save your work and return to the application as necessary. 

    If you have questions or difficulties in completing the application, please contact us by phone (605-348-6086) so we can assist you.

    We will not be able to view your application until you have submitted it. 

     

    Completed applications are due within 10 days of receiving the application link. Please be on the lookout for information from us (by phone or email) on your next steps in the next 5-7 business days.

  • APPLICANT INFORMATION

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  • Your Date of Birth*
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  • Are you a military veteran?*
  • Have you previously been an Uplifting Parents participant?*
  • Have you previously applied to Uplifting Parents?*

  • REFERRAL

    Uplifting Parents program is a referral-based program that requires you to be referred into our program. This person can be how you heard about our program but should also know you well enough to answer some questions related to their knowledge of you, your history, your motivation, your resources, etc. Please provide 2 referrals, one must be from an academic institution, and referrals must not be family members or be a self-referral

  • SCHOOL INFORMATION

  • Current enrollment status*

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  • Anticipated Graduation/Completion Date*
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  • Have you completed all prerequisite courses required for your program of study/degree?*

  • Which of the following obstacles have you faced in continuing your education as a single parent? While more than one may apply, please select the TWO most dominant obstacles.*

  • HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION

  • Are there any other people who are dependent on you for the majority of their care and/or expenses?*

  • Child Information

    To be eligible for the Uplifting Parents program you must be the legal guardian of at least one child under the age of 18 years and parenting at least 50% of the time.
  • Child #1 Date of Birth*
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  • Child #2 Date of Birth
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  • Child #3 Date of Birth
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  • Child #4 Date of Birth
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  • Child #5 Date of Birth
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  • Child #6 Date of Birth
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  • Do you currently pay for childcare?*

  • Income & Assistance Information

  • Are you currently...*
  • What are your sources of income? (Select all that apply.)*

  • Does anyone in your household receive any type of assistance listed below? (Please select all that apply.)*

  • Are there any other adults who contribute income/money to your family's living needs?*
  • What health insurance provider do you have that provides coverage for you individually?*

  • What health insurance provider do your children have?*

  • Are you eligible for financial aid through your school?*
  • What grants, scholarships, or financial assistance do you receive for school? (Please select all that apply.)*

  • I agree that all information completed on this application is complete and true. To the best of my knowledge, I meet all eligibility requirements for Uplifting Parents. 

    I agree to notify Uplifting Parents in the event any of the circumstances/information included in this application changes. 

    Once submitted, I understand that I will be contacted by an UP mentor to schedule an interview.

    I also understand that completion of this application does not guarantee or imply admission to the program.

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