Legacy Scholarship Application
Application Window open through June 14, 2026. Essay upload required. Please review the entire application before starting. Text us at 614.470.2825 or email us at info@gaddis4kids.org
Applicant Information
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Date of Birth
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email (Personal Email Only - No School Addresses)
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High School/College Currently Attending (City & State)
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Home Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Expected Graduation Year
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Please Select
Class of 2026
Class of 2027
Class of 2028
Class of 2029
Class of 2030
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Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian Name
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First Name
Last Name
Parent/Guardian Email
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example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship to Applicant
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Scholar Academic Background
Current GPA
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Intended College or University
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Intended Major or Field of Study
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Have you been accepted?
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Yes
No
Academic Awards or Recognitions (if this doesn't apply, type 'NA')
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Honors/AP/Dual Enrollment Classes (if this doesn't apply, type 'NA')
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Activities & Leadership
Extracurricular & Community Involvement (List Activities with roles and responsibilities) including Clubs/Organizations/Volunteer Work/Leadership Roles/Sports/ Arts and Other Activities)
Scholar Eligibility Confirmation
I am a Jump Start Alum or Community Scholar
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Yes
No
I will be enrolled full-time at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university for the 2026–2027 academic year
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Yes
No
I understand this is a non-renewable scholarship
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Yes
No
If selected, I will provide proof of enrollment for Fall 2026
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Yes
No
I've completed the Capstone
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Yes
No
Personal Statement - Essay Requirement (300-500 words)
Choose one of the following prompts
Option 1:
The Gaddis Foundation Legacy Scholarship supports scholars who demonstrate resilience, leadership, community commitment, and a desire to create generational impact. Describe how your personal experiences reflect these values and how this scholarship will help you continue that legacy.
Option 2:
Every scholar carries a spark--a natural curiosity, talent, passion, or calling that brings joy, purpose, and direction. Describe your spark. How did you discover it? How has it shaped your choices, your growth, or your involvement in school or community. Finally, explain how your spark could translate into a future career or long-term purpose, and how this scholarship will support that journey.
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Letters of Recommendation (Required)
Scholars provide the names of two non-family members who will write a letter of recommendation for you. It can be teacher, counselor, youth leader, mentor, or community leader, pastor. The individuals should be able to speak to your character, leadership, resilience, and potential. We will contact the recommender.
Recommender Name #1
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First Name
Last Name
Recommender Title #1
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Recommender Email #1
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example@example.com
Recommender Phone #1
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Recommender Name #2
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First Name
Last Name
Recommender Title #2
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Recommender Email #2
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example@example.com
Recommender Phone #2
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Financial Need Statement (Optional but recommended): Explain your financial circumstances and how the scholarship will support your education.
Certification & Signature
By submitting this application, I certify that: All information provided is true and accurate. I understand that incomplete applications may not be considered. I agree to provide any additional documentation if requested.
Applicant Signature
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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Signature Date
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