General Scholarship Application

FPCI Scholarship Application Form
The Bishop S.D. LEFFALL and Pastor LISA BOWMAN-MACKLIN

Scholarship Guidelines

In the same way, faith by itself, if is not accompanied by action, is dead “~James 2:17 NIV

The Bishop S.D. Leffall and Pastor Lisa Bowman-Macklin Scholarship was created by passionate people who love to bless the ministry of Jesus Christ being served in the Federated Pentecostal Churches International in honor of the late Bishop S.D. Leffall and Pastor Lisa Bowman-Macklin.

Purpose:
To support students in their educational pursuits and advancements in the Kingdom. "Until we all reach unity in the faith and the knowledge of the Son of God and become a mature person, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ". Ephesians 4:13 NIV

Intent:
To assist up to $1,000.00 for spiritual growth endeavors, education costs, and basic needs.

Eligibility:
● The student(s) should be saved and filled with the Holy Ghost.
● The student(s) should be an "active member" of one of the Federated Pentecostal Churches (verification required)
● Must have an above-average GPA (minimum of 3.0 cumulative; Transcript Required)
● The student(s) should be willing to submit quarterly grades for a full academic year to the Education Committee for monitoring purposes.
● Answer Essay Questions in a minimum of 250 words
● Recipients must be willing to give back to the Scholarship committee with a 1-year term commitment towards one of the following committees:

Executive Board (Alumni or Graduate recipients only): Review Applications, Provide Annual Pledge, Attend Board of Bishops Meetings, and Oversee other committees.
Marketing Committee: Social media, Webpage, Marketing Materials, Flyers, etc.
Fundraising Committee: Fundraisers, Pledges, Donations Letters, etc. -Administrative Committee: Update Scholarship packet, Send Correspondence, etc.

● Application must be submitted by the applicant ONLY. We will not receive applications submitted on behalf of students.
● Letter of recommendation from your Pastor and a commitment letter from the student stating they are willing to be monitored every quarter.

Application Process: Applicants are selected by the Scholarship Board based on exemplary traits (including leadership), community involvement, and academic excellence. The information provided on the scholarship application including essays and letters of recommendation will be used to determine the scholarship awards.

Disbursement of Funds: Announcement of Scholarship will be made at the FPCI National Convention for that year. Recipients will be notified of the date and location for that year. Scholarship Recipients are strongly encouraged to attend however, you are not required.
BISHOP S.D. LEFFALL and PASTOR LISA BOWMAN-MACKLIN SCHOLARSHIP

Application Form

The Bishop S.D. Leffall and Pastor Lisa Bowman-Macklin Scholarship offers scholarships to individuals enrolled full-time in a College/University for assistance with the cost of tuition, college fees, books, student housing, etc. Applicants will be evaluated based on the information provided on this application. Scholarships are awarded at the annual FPCI National Convention in August and disbursed by September. Applicants DO NOT have to attend the convention. Notifications will be emailed to the applicant. Applications must be submitted to the ScholarshipChair/Dean of Students by July 26, 2024. Please email your application forms to federatedpci@gmail.com.
First Name Last Name have read and understand the conditions of Bishop S.D. Leffall and Lisa Bowman-Macklin Scholarship as explained in the instructions to Candidates for Scholarships. I affirm that I plan to attend or am currently attending a College/University. I permit officials of my institution to release transcripts of my academic record and other information requested for consideration in the Bishop S.D. Leffall Scholarship and Lisa Bowman-Macklin program. I understand that this application will be available only to qualified people who need to see it in the course of their duties. I waive the right to access letters of recommendation written on my behalf. I affirm that the completed application, including the essays, is my work. I affirm the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.
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Are you saved?*

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Are you filled with the Holy Ghost?*

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College Information
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College/University where you've been accepted
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Street Address

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Current Cumulative GPA*
SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY and QUESTIONS

If preferred questions can be submitted in essay format. You may upload it below.
List public service and community activities including church activities:*

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List awards, scholarships, publications, or special recognitions you have received:*

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State your career or academic plans/goals upon completing your studies:*

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Describe how you have served your community as a volunteer:*

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Describe how you have served your community as a volunteer:

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Describe how you have served your community as a volunteer:*

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If selected as a S.D. Scholar, briefly describe how you would give of your time to support the Bishop S.D. Leffall and Lisa Bowman-Macklin Scholarship:*

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Upload Letter of Recommendation from Pastor*

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