Julia Platt Memorial Scholarship Application 2026

Julia Platt Memorial Scholarship

Submission Deadline April 30, 2026
Prerequisites for the consideration of an award
1. Membership in a United Methodist Church
2. A senior or high school graduate enrolled in a college, university, or trade school.
3. Under 26 years old, as of May 31st
4. This Scholarship excludes enrollees in a second bachelor or graduate degree program.
Required Documents
- High School Transcript
- College Transcript or Acceptance Letter
- Applicant Photo
- (3) Submitted References
Scholarships will be awarded in person on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Hamburg United Methodist Church. Recipients will receive an email invitation and are expected to attend the ceremony to receive their scholarship. Please make arrangements to be present and avoid scheduling conflicts.
BASIC INFORMATION
Student's Full / Legal Name*

First NameLast Name
Student Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Student Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Student E-mail*
Student Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian #1 *

First NameLast NameOccupation
Parent/Guardian #1 Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian #2

First NameLast NameOccupation
Parent/Guardian #2 Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Names and ages of Siblings under the age of 18

(Parent Supported)
Sibling #1

First NameLast NameAge
Sibling #2

First NameLast NameAge
Sibling #3

First NameLast NameAge
Sibling #4

First NameLast NameAge
Sibling #5

First NameLast NameAge
How many of these siblings are currently enrolled in college, university or trade school?*
Education
High School*
Graduation Year*
Academic GPA*
/ 4.0
High School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
High School Transcript*

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College, University or Trade School*
Status
College, University or Trade School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Major*
Degree*
Graduation Year*
Transcript or Acceptance Letter*

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Community Service
Please Detail the Projects, Offices, and places of responsibility in which you have participated within your Church, and Community.*
Personal Statement
Please Detail how your involvement in the United Methodist Church has influenced your desire for higher education.*
UMC Church Affiliation *
Pastor's Name*
Church Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Church/ Pastor Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Membership Date*
BaptizedConfirmed/Professing
Work Experience
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EMPLOYMENT 1: List past and present work and length of time employed.
Supervisor Name

First NameLast Name
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email
example@example.com
YesNo
EMPLOYMENT 2: List past and present work and length of time employed.
Supervisor Name

First NameLast Name
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email
example@example.com
YesNo
EMPLOYMENT 3: List past and present work and length of time employed.
Supervisor Name

First NameLast Name
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email
example@example.com
YesNo
Financial Statement

Your Personal Financial Status*

Rows
Available from Savings, Trust Funds..etc
Anticipated Contributions from Household for School Year
Other Scholarship Awards
School Year Employment Earnings
Aid from Other Sources
Total Amount of Personal Debt

Total Estimated Resources
Budget or Estimated School Year Expenses

School Expenses*

Rows	School Expenses
Total Tuition
Books & Supplies

Living Expenses*

Rows	Living Expenses
Room & Board
Clothing
Commute

Incidental Expenses*

Rows	Incidental Expenses
Club & Association Dues
Recreation

Total Estimated School Year Expenses
Total Estimated Financial Need
Based upon your financial forecast, what do you believe your debt will be at the end of the academic year end? Will this Debt prevent you from continuing your course of study?*
Disclaimer and Submission
By submission of this application; I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that false or misleading information may result in the forfeiture of my scholarship award.

You are expected to continue attending church services and/or become involved in activities through church or a Campus Christian Association.

In subsequent applications, we will seek evidence that you have maintained this important aspect of your Christian growth.

Scholarships will be awarded in person on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Hamburg United Methodist Church.

Recipients will receive an email invitation and are expected to attend the ceremony to receive their scholarship. By applying, you acknowledge that if selected, you are required to attend the ceremony. Please make arrangements accordingly and avoid scheduling conflicts.
I understand that my application is not considered complete until
(3) references have been submitted on my behalf.

Online Submission Form

PDF Submission Form
I hereby permit for Hamburg United Methodist Church to use the attached photo of me for announcement purposes, should I be selected to receive the Julia Platt Memorial Scholarship.
Photo of Applicant *

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Completed Applications and references must be received by April 30, 2026
to be considered.

Questions, Please contact:

Hamburg United Methodist Church
Attn: Julia Platt Memorial Scholarship 2024

116 Union Street
Hamburg, NY, 14075
(716) 649-8080

Office@hamburgumc.org
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Julia Platt Memorial Scholarship

BASIC INFORMATION

Names and ages of Siblings under the age of 18

Education

Community Service

Personal Statement

Work Experience

Financial Statement

Disclaimer and Submission