Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc. 2025 Scholarship Application

Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc.

2025 Scholarship Application
Deadline to Apply: March 31, 2025
We’re so glad you’re interested in applying for the 2025 Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc. Scholarship!

Charms, Inc. is a vibrant national social, civic, and cultural organization founded in 1952 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania by Charm Lavera Edward Hord. What started as a group of women coming together to share life’s moments and uplift their community has grown into a lasting legacy. Today, 73 years later, Charms, Inc. remains a strong presence in communities across the country. Our organization was built by real, strong women for real, strong women.

The Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc. was proudly established on June 25, 2020, as the first and only chartered chapter in Tennessee. We are honored to continue the tradition of our national motto: “Smile, help your fellow man, and aspire to greater things.” One of the ways we live out this mission is by providing financial support to deserving current and future collegiate students in pursuit of their post-secondary scholastic endeavors by offering the Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc. Scholarship.

Scholarship Details:
Our scholarship is awarded to two outstanding students—one graduating high school senior and one current collegiate student—who meet our eligibility criteria and demonstrate excellence through their application and interview. Each recipient will receive a one-time, non-renewable $1,000 scholarship to support their educational journey.

If you meet the criteria and are selected, the scholarship award will be paid directly to your college or university. Be sure to check your email regularly for important updates from the Scholarship Committee!

Ready to Apply? Here’s How:
1. Read the directions and eligibility criteria carefully.

2. Complete all sections of the application. Incomplete applications cannot be considered.

3. Submit your application by the deadline: Monday, March 31, 2025.

4. If you meet all criteria, you will be contacted to schedule your virtual interview in April 2025.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at NashvilleCharmsIncScholarship@gmail.com.

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Eligibility Criteria:
• Applicant: African American male or female high school or collegiate student

• High School: Must reside and attend school in one of the following counties: Davidson, Cheatham, Robertson, Sumner, Williamson, or Wilson.

• Collegiate: Must attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in Davidson county.

• GPA: Minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (verified by official transcript or letter from the counselor, principal, or registrar’s office).

• High School Seniors: Must plan to attend a four-year college or university.

• Essay: Upload a typed essay (300 words max) responding to the essay writing prompt in the application.

• Statement of Need: Upload a 100-words max typed statement describing your financial need, background, and future aspirations.

• Community Service & Extracurricular Activities: Upload an official letter signed by the coordinator, director, etc. of your participation.

• Commercial Video Interview: Upload a creative and engaging 3-5 minute video that highlights you as a person through your essay, statement of need, community service, and extracurricular activities. The following are acceptable formats: Only pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif are allowed.

Your Points Come From:

GPA, Essay, Statement of Need, Community Service, Extracurricular Activities, and Commercial Video Interview.

Deadline to Apply: Monday, March 31, 2025
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Step-by-Step Application Instructions:
1. Click the application link https://form.jotform.com/250032125152035

2. Complete each section of the application

- Applicant - General information about the applicant

- Parent/Guardian - General information about the parent/guardian

- Acknowledgements - Ensuring understanding of scholarship

- Academic - General information about your academic career

- Community Service - Upload an offical signed letter of your community service experience for each organization.

- Extracurricular Activities - Upload an official signed letter of your extracurricular activities for each activity.

- Honors, Awards, Recognition - Upload a copy of the honor, award or recognition.

- Commercial Video - Upload a 3-5 minute video presentation that combines and highlights you as a person through your essay, statement of need, community/volunteer service, and extracurricular activities. The following are acceptable formats: Only pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif are allowed.

3. Upload a photograph that can be used for scholarship announcements

We can’t wait to see your application and hear your story. Thank you for your interest in the Nashville Charms, Inc. Scholarship—we’re rooting for your success!

Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc.,

Scholarship Committee
Applicant Information

Please provide a response for each field.
Applicant's Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Applicant's Email Address*
example@example.com
Applicant's Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Applicant's Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Applicant's Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Parent/Guardian Information

Only one (1) parent's information is needed
Parent Parent*

First NameLast Name
Parent Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parent Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent Email*
example@example.com
Acknowledgements

Please read each statement and select your response.
Is your mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, niece, or sister a member of the Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc.? *
I understand this scholarship is only available to students who enroll in college in the Fall of 2025. For the HIGH SCHOOL applicant, an official acceptance letter and official class registration must be emailed to NashvilleCharmsIncScholarship@gmail.com once in the Fall and once in the Spring to receive the funds which will be awarded during the Fall of 2025 and Spring of 2026. For the COLLEGIATE applicant, an official class registration must be emailed to NashvilleCharmsIncScholarship@gmail.com to receive the funds which will be awarded during the Fall of 2025 and Spring of 2026.*
I acknowledge that the information on this form and other required application content (i.e. essay, statement of need, etc.,) are accurate and shall not be returned. *
I understand the deadline to submit this application and required materials is Sunday, March 31, 2025. Late or incomplete application submissions will not be considered. *
Academic Information
Current High School/University and Address*
Please provide the name of your high school or university and their address
Do you attend a public or private high school/college or university?*
Public or Private does not weigh in on your application points, it is for data collection purposes only.
Current Grade/Year*
GPA*
unweighted
Upload Official Transcript

This is to verify your GPA only, no other information is used to accrue points.
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High School Counselor or Financial Aid Counselor*

First NameLast Name
High School Counselor or Financial Aid Counselor Email*
example@example.com
Intended Major/Field of Study*
Community and Volunteer Service
Have you participated in any community or volunteer service during your high school career ?*
Any service completed from 9th to 12th grade is acceptable.
Upload Signed Official Community or Volunteer Service Letter

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Extracurricular Activities
Have you participated in extracurricular activities during your high school career?*
Any school or community-sponsored extracurricular activities you were involved in during 9th -12th grade is acceptable.
Upload Signed Official Extracurricular Activities Letter

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Awards, Honors, and Recognition
Have you received any awards, honors, or recognition during your high school career?*
Any school or community awards, honors, or recognition you were involved in during 9th -12th grade is acceptable.
Upload Awards, Honors, Recognition Documents

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Essay

Please type a three hundred (300) word maximum 12-font- double-spaced essay on the following prompt: What does community mean to you and how has it impacted your life? You will be assessed on your ability to answer the question and communicate your thoughts.
Upload Essay*

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Statement of Need

Please type a one hundred (100) word maximum 12-font- double-spaced statement of need that indicates your financial need, background information, future plans, and aspirations. You will be assessed on your ability to answer the question and communicate your thoughts.
Upload Statement of Need*

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Commercial Video Interview

Please create a three (3)-to-five (5) minute creative, innovative, and entertaining presentation that combines and highlights you as a person through your essay, statement of need, community service, and extracurricular activities. You will be assessed on your presentation, be sure to make it awesome! The following are acceptable formats: Only pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif are allowed. If you experience challenges uploading your video, please email it to NashvilleCharmsIncScholarship@gmail.com with your name and high school/college in the subject line.
Upload Commercial Video Interview*

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Applicant Signature
Date of Applicant Signature

MonthDayYear
Date
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date of Parent/Guardian Signature

MonthDayYear
Date
PERMISSION TO USE PHOTOGRAPH

Release for minor children (under 18 years of age)
Participants in programs sponsored by the Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc., are sometimes photographed and videotaped or asked for photograph for use in future promotional and educational materials. I authorize Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc., to record the image and voice of the subject named below and give the Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc., all rights to the use of these recorded images and voice. I also authorize the use of any printed materials in connection wherewith.
Parent/Guardian Signature*
Date of Parent/Guardian Signature*

MonthDayYear
Date
Upload Photograph*

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Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc.

All the items listed below must be included in your application packet for the application to be considered. Please select each item you are submitting and carefully review the details regarding each item.

If awarded a scholarship, recipients must submit an official acceptance letter for Fall of 2025. Additionally, an official class registration must be provided each semester.
Checklist:
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Nashville Chapter of Charms, Inc.

Deadline to Apply: March 31, 2025

Applicant Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Acknowledgements

Academic Information

Community and Volunteer Service

Extracurricular Activities

Awards, Honors, and Recognition

Essay

Statement of Need

Commercial Video Interview

PERMISSION TO USE PHOTOGRAPH