NHIAA Northfield Savings Bank Scholarship Application

Scholarship Description

This scholarship recognizes student-athletes who demonstrate what it means to be a Builder, Maker, or Doer in their school, sport, and community. NSB will award three $1,000 Builders | Makers | Doers Scholarships, recognizing one student who best exemplifies each category. While many students may identify with more than one, applicants should choose the category that best reflects their experiences, strengths, and aspirations.

Before proceeding, please ensure you meet the following eligibility requirements:

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Be currently enrolled in high school and scheduled to graduate in June 2027.
Attend a Vermont high school that is a member of the Vermont Principals' Association (VPA).
Have participated as a student-athlete in at least one school-sponsored athletic program during the 2026-2027 academic year, as confirmed by the applicant's school or athletic director.
Intend to enroll, no later than December 31, 2028, in one of the following:
- A two- or four-year college or university
- A trade or technical school
- A registered apprenticeship program
- An industry certification program
- Another recognized workforce training or career development program approved by the scholarship committee
Submit a completed application by 11:59 p.m. on April 15, 2027.

The Builders | Makers | Doers Scholarship is intended to support students who are continuing their education, developing career skills, and preparing to enter the workforce.

Full Name

First NameLast Name

Email Address

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip CodeCountry

High School Name

Athletic Director's name

First NameLast Name

Athletic Director's email

example@example.com

Expected Graduation Date

Date

List extra curricular activities/community involvement

Are You a Builder, Maker, or Doer? At Northfield Savings Bank, we celebrate the Builders, Makers, and Doers who strengthen our communities every day. Builders create foundations for the future. They bring people together, solve problems, and help others succeed. Makers imagine, create, innovate, and bring ideas to life through creativity and craftsmanship. Doers take action. They step up, work hard, and turn goals into reality. Which one are you and why? In 500-1,000 words, tell us whether you identify most as a Builder, Maker, or Doer. Share a personal story, experience, accomplishment, challenge, or passion that illustrates why. We encourage you to think creatively, be authentic, and show us what makes you unique. There is no right or wrong answer. We are looking for thoughtful, personal essays that demonstrate self-awareness, character, and the impact you have on those around you. Whether you are building a stronger community, making something new, or doing the work that moves others forward, we'd love to hear your story.

Applicant Certification

By submitting this application, I certify that:

· The information provided in this application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge.

· I satisfy all eligibility requirements for the Builders | Makers | Doers Scholarship.

· The essay submitted is my original work.

· I authorize the Vermont Principals' Association and Northfield Savings Bank to verify my eligibility, including student-athlete participation and graduation status, through my school and/or athletic director.

· I understand that submission of an application does not guarantee receipt of a scholarship award.

Privacy Notice

Information submitted through this application will be shared only with authorized personnel of the Vermont Principals' Association (VPA), Northfield Savings Bank, and designated scholarship reviewers for the purposes of:

· Administering the scholarship program

· Verifying eligibility

· Evaluating applications and essays

· Selecting scholarship recipients

· Communicating with applicants

· Awarding scholarship funds

Applicant information will not be used for account marketing purposes and will not be sold to third parties.

Signature

Scholarship Application

Applicant Information

Essay Question