Nancy Helen Sparks Memorial Application Form

Nancy Helen Sparks Memorial Scholarship Application
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Nancy Helen Sparks Scholarship

Purpose: The Nancy Helen Sparks Memorial Scholarship has been established to honor the memory of Nancy Helen Sparks, who served as Educational Director of Annie Gardner Foundation from 1982-2024 (42 years).

Scholarship Details: This scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate outstanding perseverance, strength, integrity, and kindness. It seeks to celebrate Nancy Helen’s commitment to serving the Graves County community through educational opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be a Mayfield High School student.
Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Applicants intend to pursue a degree in social work or education.
Applicants have volunteered in the community.
Applicants must submit an application, transcript, letter of recommendation, and essay describing their motivation for pursuing a career in social work or education. They should include personal experiences, beliefs about the impact of social workers or teachers, and their aspirations for shaping future generations as well as demonstrating their alignment with the values and qualities above.
Award Amount: The scholarship in the amount of $1,000 annually for four years of undergraduate studies($500 a semester) will be awarded to one deserving student.

Application Process: To apply for the Nancy Helen Memorial Scholarship, applicants must submit an application, transcript, letters of recommendation, and essay to Lynn Henderson (Mayfield High School guidance counselor) by March 1, 2025.

Selection Process: A committee, composed of the honoree’s family members, will review applications and select recipients based on criteria such as academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, future career goals, and community involvement.

About Nancy Helen Sparks:

Nancy Helen grew up and spent most of her life in Mayfield. After graduating from Mayfield High School and Murray State University, she invested her adult life in giving back to the Graves County community. She earned a degree in social work and began working in the Mayfield social security office. While raising two children, she worked as a substitute schoolteacher in the Mayfield school system before beginning her career at Annie Gardner. She was passionate about helping students and their families qualify for the Annie Gardner Student Loan and providing less fortunate members of the community with financial assistance for rent and utility payments. She also gave back to her community through her work as a Deacon at First Christian Church. Nancy Helen was funny, kind, compassionate, and a friend to all who knew her.

Contact Information: For questions or more information about the Nancy Helen Sparks Memorial Scholarship, please contact Kelly Weber at anniegardner5000@gmail.com or (270) 247-5803.

Application Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for the Nancy Helen Sparks Memorial Scholarship is March 1, 2025.

Note to Applicants: Through the Nancy Helen Sparks Memorial Scholarship, we aim to honor the legacy of Nancy Helen Sparks by supporting students who embody her spirit of a servant heart. We encourage all eligible students to apply and join us in celebrating the life and contributions of Nancy Helen Sparks.
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Nancy Helen Sparks Memorial Scholarship Application