Ruby Thomas "Be Finer" $1000 Scholarship Application

Ruby Thomas "Be Finer" $1000 Scholarship Application

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance and encouragement to graduating high school seniors affected by cancer who plan to continue their education or vocational training. The award reflects Ruby Reed Thomas’ belief in education as a pathway to service, leadership, and meaningful impact.
Ruby Reed Thomas was an educator by calling and a mentor by nature. She dedicated her life to serving students, modeling leadership, and inspiring others through education, faith, and service. Even while courageously battling Stage 3 breast cancer, Ruby continued to put others first and encouraged those around her to live with purpose, strength, and compassion.

Recipients of the Ruby Thomas “Be Finer” Scholarship are expected to pursue their educational goals with determination and to embody the values of service, leadership, integrity, and personal excellence.

This scholarship honors Ruby Reed Thomas by continuing what she loved most—uplifting others and inspiring future generations to always strive to “Be Finer".
This Scholarship was established to honor the life, legacy, and values of Mrs. Ruby Reed Thomas—an educator, mentor, and lifelong advocate for service, leadership, and personal excellence. This scholarship supports students whose lives have been impacted by cancer and who demonstrate resilience, compassion, integrity, and a commitment to becoming their best selves.
Eligibility Requirements--Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a graduating high school senior
- Have been affected by cancer in their personal life or be a cancer survivor
- Plan to enroll in postsecondary education or vocational training after high school
- Earn a minimum 2.75 GPA in grades 9-12
- Demonstrate kindness, compassion, integrity, and courage
- Show a commitment to personal growth, giving service to others, and a statement on their resillience in overcoming challenges
Full Name*

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Email Address*
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Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Home Address*

Street Address

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CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Parent Guardian's full name, Phone number and email*
High School name*
Current GPA (Grade Point Average)*
What is your intended major or field of study? If completely unsure, state "Undecided".*
What do you hope to accomplish in your professional life?*
List your extracurricular activities (teams, club memberships, church/faith-based, community service, volunteer efforts, paid work experience, etc.) Please list the ones that mean the most to you here. Upload your resume if you wish to show more.*
List your Awards, Honors, and Recognitions received in grades 9-12, even if not related to school. If none, type N/A
During her career as a teacher, Mrs. Ruby Thomas had a positive impact on many students by giving them a sense of belonging and showing her care and concern. Name one person or organization that is better off because of your involvement in or connection to it. Describe your impact.*
How has your life been affected by cancer or a cancer diagnosis?*
As you learned from Ruby's biography, she committed to being the finest person she could be, even when faced with challenges. Recall a time when you faced a challenge or setback. How did it affect you, and how have you become a "finer" person since experiencing that difficult situation?*
Please upload your recommendation letter *

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Please upload your latest transcript*

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Please upload a copy of your college Acceptance Letter or Notification, if received and Optional Resume.*

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In this space, you can add any information that you would like for the selection committee to consider as a part of your application that is NOT already included in any section above, and tell us how this scholarship will help you further your goals.
Accept no excuses for giving less than your best effort. ALWAYS CHOOSE TO BE FINER!
- If you completed the electronic version of this application, be sure to UPLOAD your Recommendation Letter, Transcript, College Acceptance Letter and optional Resume in the correct sections of the electronic form.
- If you completed the PDF version of this application or you had difficulty with uploading to the electronic version of this form, attach your Recommendation letter, Transcript, College Acceptance and optional Resume to and send an email to: AuburnZetas@gmail.com On the Subject Line, type: Ruby Thomas Scholarship Applicant--then type your full name
Please click the SUBMIT APPLICATION button below once you are finished. Thank you for applying!
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