The Planted Palms Ministries Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM CRITERIA

The Planted Palms Ministries has established the Vickie Sherell Clark “Against All Odds” Scholarship for students who have excelled in society despite the challenges of overcoming the odds in their lives. An individual is eligible to apply for this one-time scholarship
for education-related expenses if he/she meets the established criteria. The scholarship amount will be $300.00. NOTE: If funds are in excess, a student may be eligible for a higher scholarship.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Citizen of the United States

• Currently enrolled in or accepted into an accredited college.
• Demonstrates a commitment to impacting others or university as a full-time
• Demonstrate leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or another volunteer activity.
• GPA Requirement: 2.5 and above

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Please complete the application by typing or printing legibly. Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Please submit the following items with this completed application form.

1. Copy of your most recent transcript of grades from the current or last school attended.
An official transcript from the school is required by June 17, 2025. The application deadline is May 1, 2025.

2. One original letter of recommendation from an teacher or counselor who is not related to you, the applicant. The letter should reflect your leadership qualities, abilities, and any special skills. The letter must be in the original form, sealed, and must be signed and addressed to the Scholarship Selection Committee at the address noted below.

3. There are things in society that people would deem as small when dealing with their battling of the odds in their life; however, these same things have grown to hold significance in the lives of many. The determination to overcome illiteracy are amongst these “small things” for Vickie Sherell Clark. The fight “Against All Odds” in that area caused her to push beyond the “open gates” that held her back through generational illiteracy.

Please submit your documents to:

The Planted Palms Ministries, Inc. * P.O. Box 5845 * Douglasville, Ga. 30154

Full Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix

Birthdate*

MonthDayYear

Mobile No*

Email *

Where the confirmation will be send to

Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Gender*

MaleFemale

Ethinicity*

Are you a first generation college student?*

Yes, I am the first among my parents or grandparents to attend college.No, either my parents or grandparents have attended college.

Please specify your involvement, and dates of participation in community service, extracurricular activities, volunteer involvement, and any awards and honors you have received.*

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Classification for 2024-2025*

High School Senior

Most recent cumulative GPA*

What college do you attend/will attend?*

Student ID number?*

College Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Are you receiving other financial aid or support for the upcoming academic year?*

Have you applied for other scholarships?*

Have you applied for financial aid?*

Your essay should be 300-500 words. You should address in your essay: your college goals and choice of major, what you intend to do with your education, and why a scholarship is important to you. Include any academic and non-academic accomplishments, personal characteristics, or experiences that make you uniquely worthy of scholarship consideration.

Essay

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By signing the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application. When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please print for your records and retain as verification of your application.

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Scholarship Application Form

I. Personal Data

II. Academic Information

III. Financial Information

IV. Essay

V. Applicant's E-Signature