OCAC (FL) Melinda Gail Poole Community Service Scholarship Application 2026

MELINDA GAIL POOLE COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM ($1,000)

The Melinda Gail Poole Community Service Scholarship aims to honor outstanding individuals who have demonstrated a deep commitment to serving their community. Named after the late Melinda Gail Poole, a beloved member of our chapter and community leader renowned for her selfless dedication, this scholarship seeks to recognize students who embody her spirit of compassion and activism.

Applicants for the Melinda Gail Poole Community Service Scholarship are evaluated not only on their academic achievements, but also on their significant contributions to community service initiatives.

Eligibility Requirements:
- Orange/Osceola County high school senior (male or female)
- Campus/community involvement
- Letter of recommendation from community service advisor
- Essay Topic: “What is the importance of service to your community?”
Scholarship applications and supporting documentation must be received by March 15, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. EST.

For questions regarding the scholarship application, please email: scholarship.ocac@gmail.com

This scholarship will be awarded to an African American/Black Student.
Please complete the scholarship application below. Once complete, please click the Submit button that is found on the last page of the scholarship application.
Personal Information
Student Name*
School*
Home Address*
Telephone*
Email*
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Parent/Guardian Name(s)*
Parent/Guardian Phone*
Parent/Guardian Email*
School Counselor Name*
School Counselor Phone*
School Counselor Email*
G.P.A.*
Education and Extracurricular Activities
To which college or post-secondary institution have you been admitted to and agreed to attend?*
List top honors and awards earned since 9th grade.*
List top school activities and/or leadership positions held (include duration), most recent first:*

Community Service

In the sections below, please provide details regarding the community service activity on/off campus, length of service, and roles/responsibilities with the activity. Please note: The number of service hours must be indicated on a school transcript, community service tracking form, or letter provided by the organization. If providing a letter, a signature must be included.
Community Service Activity #1 (Please type N/A if not applicable):*
Community Service Activity #2 (Please type N/A if not applicable):*
Community Service Activity #3 (Please type N/A if not applicable):*
Community Service Activity #4 (Please type N/A if not applicable):*
Community Service Activity #5 (Please type N/A if not applicable):*
Total number of community service hours completed*

Supporting Documentation
Please provide an essay not to exceed 250 words on the following topic: " What is the importance of service to your community?"*

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Letter of Recommendation from Community Service Leader/Supervisor. Must be signed and dated.*

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Community Service Tracking Form (optional)

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Official high school transcript with school seal.*

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Application Verification
THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT THIS APPLICATION IS MARCH 15, 2026, BY 11:59 P.M. EST. ALL ITEMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS DEADLINE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NEEDED FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION SUBMISSION:

Typed application with all signatures submitted online via Jotform.Typed essay submitted online via Jotform.Letter of recommendation from Community Service Leader/Supervisor. Must be signed and dated.Official high school transcript with school seal.
I certify that as a scholarship applicant I am of Black or African American descent and that the information supplied by me on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Student’s Signature*
Date*

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Note: Immediate family members of Orange County (FL) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.
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MELINDA GAIL POOLE COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM ($1,000)

Please complete the scholarship application below. Once complete, please click the Submit button that is found on the last page of the scholarship application.

Personal Information

Education and Extracurricular Activities

Supporting Documentation

Application Verification

THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT THIS APPLICATION IS MARCH 15, 2026, BY 11:59 P.M. EST. ALL ITEMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS DEADLINE.

I certify that as a scholarship applicant I am of Black or African American descent and that the information supplied by me on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.