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The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation, Inc.
Scholarship Application The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach, Florida www.wpbkiwanis.com The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach was chartered on August 21, 1921, just six years after the founding of the first Kiwanis Club in Detroit, Michigan. Throughout its history, the club has provided assistance to the educational and health needs of Palm Beach County’s young people, raising over $2.5 million to improve the quality of life for deserving children throughout our community.
The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation, Inc. The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit corporation established on September 28, 1966. The Foundation’s articles of incorporation state that its purpose is to promote “...the benefit of persons residing in and around Palm Beach County, Florida in connection with their health, education and/or welfare.” The Foundation has continued its efforts as a result of generous endowments and contributions. To date, over 700 students have benefited through scholarship grants. The Foundation is pleased to continue this work, thus reinforcing its motto – “Promoting Excellence Through Education.”
Kiwanis What It is: A worldwide service organization for individuals desiring personal involvement in the leadership and improvement of their communities. Where It is: In the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, the Far East, Southwest Pacific and Europe, a total of 90 nations. What It Does: Performs community service; assists the aging, the needy and youth; improves communities; encourages international understanding. The Name: From the Indian words “Num Keewani ,” which means, “Self Expression.” The Motto: “Serving the Children of the World.”
Promoting Excellence Through Education The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation, Inc. offers one of the largest scholarship programs in Florida awarding over $200,000 per year. The Foundation has distributed more than $3.4 million in scholarships since 1966. Each scholarship is renewable for all 4 years of college provided the student reapplies each year and maintains minimum requirements. The total value of the grant, if renewed, is between $10,000 to $16,000 over 4 years. The Foundation is committed to academic excellence. The goal is to help students who carry at least a 3.0 grade point average; have demonstrated good citizenship and community responsibility; and who have financial need. Generally, family income over $75,000 will reduce your chances of receiving a scholarship award. Copies of parents’ and students’ income tax returns are mandatory as is a current tax bill or property tax assessment. Awards vary in size depending on the cost of the school and the student’s financial need, but generally range from $2,500 to $4,000 annually. All grants are made without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin or disability. To be eligible, students must plan to attend college full-time. High school students must currently live AND attend a high school in the geographic area described as north to PGA Boulevard, west to the Glades and south to Hypoluxo Road. Direct your questions to the Foundation Executive Secretary via Email to [email protected] or phone (561) 281-3783. Applications should be mailed to: Kiwanis Scholarship Program c/o Cherie Boone 1681 Walden Lane West Palm Beach, FL 33406
The deadline for submitting applications is postmarked no later than: incoming freshmen/first time undergraduate applicants – February 15, 2018 all other applications – April 16, 2018
How to apply . . . Freshman or First Time Undergraduate Applicants The following documents must be received for you to be considered: 1. Completed Application. 2. General Statement/Essay. Please attach a separate essay describing you personally as a prospective college student and a future member of your community. Your essay should include the following points, if applicable: a) Scholastic interests, activities, and accomplishments in high school. b) Extracurricular school activities including sports. c) List and provide details of all leadership and volunteer activities. d) Why do you wish to go to college? What are your objectives? e) What do you intend to do after college? f) Why did you choose the college to which you are applying? 3. Transcript requirements: Official and sealed transcripts of high school grades (seven semesters) including SAT/ ACT test score. If you are already enrolled in college, send official and sealed transcripts of college grades to date. 4. Copy of your current Income Tax Return (if applicable). 5. Copy of your parents’ or guardian’s latest Income Tax Return. 6. If your parents or guardians are homeowners please submit a copy of their current tax bill or property tax assessment. 7. Documents you submit must be legible and suitable for copying. TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY IN BLACK INK 8. Do not use staples. Do not bind application packets. 9. Submit one completed application packet. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 15, 2018. You may attach other information you believe would be of assistance to the Kiwanis Foundation in acting on your application. Application and ALL application material must be submitted at one time including transcript(s) to be accepted for consideration.
Returning Recipients & Graduate Applicants Foundation scholarships are renewable provided you make application each year and remain in good academic standing. The following documents must be received for you to be considered: 1. Completed Application. 2. Transcript requirements: If you have not already done so, include the most recent, official and sealed grade transcripts. 3. Copy of your latest Income Tax Return (if applicable). 4. Copy of your parents’ or guardian’s latest Income Tax Return. 5. Documents you submit must be legible and suitable for copying. TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY IN BLACK INK 6. Do not use staples. Do not bind application packet. 7. (Graduate and Jacobson Recipients Only) Resume of leadership and community service involvement over the past year. 8. (Graduate and Jacobson Recipients Only) Two reference letters from non-family members as to applicant’s overall qualifications, leadership, and/or community service involvement. 9. Applications must be postmarked not later than April 16, 2018 Completed applications should be mailed to: Kiwanis Scholarship Program c/o Cherie Boone 1681 Walden Lane, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406 If you have a question: Email your inquiry to [email protected] or phone (561) 281-3783
APPLICATION FOR KIWANIS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS (Please print or type)
Name __________________________________________________ Date_____________ Home Address ____________________________________________________________ City_____________________________________ State_____ Zip __________________ Phone________________________________ Fax _______________________________ E-mail __________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth________________ Sex_________ Marital Status _____________________ High School Attended_________________ Year of Graduation_____ Rank In Class _____
Name and address of college you SODQWRDWWHQG ,IXQGHFLGHGWKHFROOHJHV\RXDUHFRQVLGHULQJ : _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Have you been accepted? Yes
No
Don’t Know
Major field of study____________________________________________Expected college graduation date __________________ Have you attended any college? oYes oNo If yes, give name ____________________________________________________ Date of Attendance __________________________________________________________________(attach transcript of grades) Name & address of college presently attending ___________________________________________________________________ Your college address (if different from home address) ______________________________________________________________ College phone # ____________ Number of college terms now completed: (Quarters )_____ (Trimesters )_____ (Semesters)_____ Present c1ass: oFresh oSoph oJr oSr o *UDG
– PARENTS’ CONFIDENTIAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT – (if independent, please provide your financial information) Father’s name ______________________________________ Mother’s name __________________________________________ Father’s occupation __________________________________ Mother’s occupation______________________________________ Father’s employer ___________________________________ Mother’s employer _______________________________________ Years with present employer: Father___________________________________Mother __________________________________ Total annual salary, wages, or other income: Father $ _____________________Mother $ _________________________________ Approximate Net Worth: Father $ ____________________________________Mother $ _________________________________ Is home owned? oYes oNo If yes, assessed value $___________ (Attach current property tax bill or property tax assessment) Unpaid mortgage amount $____________________________ If home is rented, amount of monthly rental $ _________________ Value of investments $ _______________________________ Savings $ ______________________________________________ List children (other than applicant) dependent upon you for support. Give names, ages and school attending. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are there any special family circumstances or problems that should be considered? Any health problems? Please explain. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT FINANCIAL STATEMENT Have you applied for or been awarded any other financial aid? oYes oNo If yes, state to whom the application was made, date of application(s), amount of aid requested and action taken on said application, if any? Application to Application Date Amount Requested Action Taken __________________________________ ______________
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________________ ______________
__________________________________ ______________ Do you owe any debts? oYes oNo If yes, describe: Amount Date Terms
________________ ______________ Purpose
________________ ___________ ____________
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________________
___________ ____________
_______________________________________
________________
___________ ____________
_______________________________________
________________ ___________ ____________ _______________________________________ Do you have or have you had a job? oYes oNo If yes, complete the following information: Employer Type of work Hours per week Earnings (total annual) __________________________
_____________________
_____________ __________________
__________________________
_____________________
_____________ __________________
__________________________ _____________________ _____________ __________________ Do you own a car? oYes oNo If yes: ______________________________ __________________ Indicate make, model, year
Estimated total annual (school year) expenses at college:
Balance still owed
From what financial resources do you expect to meet these expenses:
From Parents $ ________________________ From Your Savings $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ 0 Total Other Sources $ ________________________ From Kiwanis $ ________________________ 0 Total Resources $ ________________________ The Total Expenses should be the same as the Total Resources
Tuition $ ____________________ Room $ ____________________ Board $ ____________________ Books $ ____________________ Transportation $ ____________________ Miscellaneous $ ____________________ 0 Total Expenses $ ___________________
GPA
(Unweighted)
HPA
Class Rank
(Weighted) Nbr.____out of_____
SAT Scores
ACT Score
Read: _________
Read: _________
Math: _________
Math:_________
Parents’ Total Income
Number of Siblings
REFERENCE List one personal reference other than family Name and Address Relationship _______________________________________ ________________________
Phone Number _________________
* I/we certify that the above information is accurate and complete. False information and/or failure to timely submit official grade transcripts and other required data each term is grounds for scholarship forfeiture. ________________________________ *Signature of Father
________________________________ *Signature of Mother
________________________________ *Signature of Applicant
The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation, Inc.
Scholarship Application The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach, Florida www.wpbkiwanis.com The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach was chartered on August 21, 1921, just six years after the founding of the first Kiwanis Club in Detroit, Michigan. Throughout its history, the club has provided assistance to the educational and health needs of Palm Beach County’s young people, raising over $2.5 million to improve the quality of life for deserving children throughout our community.
The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation, Inc. The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit corporation established on September 28, 1966. The Foundation’s articles of incorporation state that its purpose is to promote “...the benefit of persons residing in and around Palm Beach County, Florida in connection with their health, education and/or welfare.” The Foundation has continued its efforts as a result of generous endowments and contributions. To date, over 700 students have benefited through scholarship grants. The Foundation is pleased to continue this work, thus reinforcing its motto – “Promoting Excellence Through Education.”
Kiwanis What It is: A worldwide service organization for individuals desiring personal involvement in the leadership and improvement of their communities. Where It is: In the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, the Far East, Southwest Pacific and Europe, a total of 90 nations. What It Does: Performs community service; assists the aging, the needy and youth; improves communities; encourages international understanding. The Name: From the Indian words “Num Keewani ,” which means, “Self Expression.” The Motto: “Serving the Children of the World.”
Promoting Excellence Through Education The Kiwanis Club of West Palm Beach Foundation, Inc. offers one of the largest scholarship programs in Florida awarding over $200,000 per year. The Foundation has distributed more than $3.4 million in scholarships since 1966. Each scholarship is renewable for all 4 years of college provided the student reapplies each year and maintains minimum requirements. The total value of the grant, if renewed, is between $10,000 to $16,000 over 4 years. The Foundation is committed to academic excellence. The goal is to help students who carry at least a 3.0 grade point average; have demonstrated good citizenship and community responsibility; and who have financial need. Generally, family income over $75,000 will reduce your chances of receiving a scholarship award. Copies of parents’ and students’ income tax returns are mandatory as is a current tax bill or property tax assessment. Awards vary in size depending on the cost of the school and the student’s financial need, but generally range from $2,500 to $4,000 annually. All grants are made without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin or disability. To be eligible, students must plan to attend college full-time. High school students must currently live AND attend a high school in the geographic area described as north to PGA Boulevard, west to the Glades and south to Hypoluxo Road. Direct your questions to the Foundation Executive Secretary via Email to [email protected] or phone (561) 281-3783. Applications should be mailed to: Kiwanis Scholarship Program c/o Cherie Boone 1681 Walden Lane West Palm Beach, FL 33406
The deadline for submitting applications is postmarked no later than: incoming freshmen/first time undergraduate applicants – February 15, 2018 all other applications – April 16, 2018
How to apply . . . Freshman or First Time Undergraduate Applicants The following documents must be received for you to be considered: 1. Completed Application. 2. General Statement/Essay. Please attach a separate essay describing you personally as a prospective college student and a future member of your community. Your essay should include the following points, if applicable: a) Scholastic interests, activities, and accomplishments in high school. b) Extracurricular school activities including sports. c) List and provide details of all leadership and volunteer activities. d) Why do you wish to go to college? What are your objectives? e) What do you intend to do after college? f) Why did you choose the college to which you are applying? 3. Transcript requirements: Official and sealed transcripts of high school grades (seven semesters) including SAT/ ACT test score. If you are already enrolled in college, send official and sealed transcripts of college grades to date. 4. Copy of your current Income Tax Return (if applicable). 5. Copy of your parents’ or guardian’s latest Income Tax Return. 6. If your parents or guardians are homeowners please submit a copy of their current tax bill or property tax assessment. 7. Documents you submit must be legible and suitable for copying. TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY IN BLACK INK 8. Do not use staples. Do not bind application packets. 9. Submit one completed application packet. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 15, 2018. You may attach other information you believe would be of assistance to the Kiwanis Foundation in acting on your application. Application and ALL application material must be submitted at one time including transcript(s) to be accepted for consideration.
Returning Recipients & Graduate Applicants Foundation scholarships are renewable provided you make application each year and remain in good academic standing. The following documents must be received for you to be considered: 1. Completed Application. 2. Transcript requirements: If you have not already done so, include the most recent, official and sealed grade transcripts. 3. Copy of your latest Income Tax Return (if applicable). 4. Copy of your parents’ or guardian’s latest Income Tax Return. 5. Documents you submit must be legible and suitable for copying. TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY IN BLACK INK 6. Do not use staples. Do not bind application packet. 7. (Graduate and Jacobson Recipients Only) Resume of leadership and community service involvement over the past year. 8. (Graduate and Jacobson Recipients Only) Two reference letters from non-family members as to applicant’s overall qualifications, leadership, and/or community service involvement. 9. Applications must be postmarked not later than April 16, 2018 Completed applications should be mailed to: Kiwanis Scholarship Program c/o Cherie Boone 1681 Walden Lane, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406 If you have a question: Email your inquiry to [email protected] or phone (561) 281-3783
APPLICATION FOR KIWANIS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS (Please print or type)
Name __________________________________________________ Date_____________ Home Address ____________________________________________________________ City_____________________________________ State_____ Zip __________________ Phone________________________________ Fax _______________________________ E-mail __________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth________________ Sex_________ Marital Status _____________________ High School Attended_________________ Year of Graduation_____ Rank In Class _____
Name and address of college you SODQWRDWWHQG ,IXQGHFLGHGWKHFROOHJHV\RXDUHFRQVLGHULQJ : _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Have you been accepted? Yes
No
Don’t Know
Major field of study____________________________________________Expected college graduation date __________________ Have you attended any college? oYes oNo If yes, give name ____________________________________________________ Date of Attendance __________________________________________________________________(attach transcript of grades) Name & address of college presently attending ___________________________________________________________________ Your college address (if different from home address) ______________________________________________________________ College phone # ____________ Number of college terms now completed: (Quarters )_____ (Trimesters )_____ (Semesters)_____ Present c1ass: oFresh oSoph oJr oSr o *UDG
– PARENTS’ CONFIDENTIAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT – (if independent, please provide your financial information) Father’s name ______________________________________ Mother’s name __________________________________________ Father’s occupation __________________________________ Mother’s occupation______________________________________ Father’s employer ___________________________________ Mother’s employer _______________________________________ Years with present employer: Father___________________________________Mother __________________________________ Total annual salary, wages, or other income: Father $ _____________________Mother $ _________________________________ Approximate Net Worth: Father $ ____________________________________Mother $ _________________________________ Is home owned? oYes oNo If yes, assessed value $___________ (Attach current property tax bill or property tax assessment) Unpaid mortgage amount $____________________________ If home is rented, amount of monthly rental $ _________________ Value of investments $ _______________________________ Savings $ ______________________________________________ List children (other than applicant) dependent upon you for support. Give names, ages and school attending. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are there any special family circumstances or problems that should be considered? Any health problems? Please explain. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT FINANCIAL STATEMENT Have you applied for or been awarded any other financial aid? oYes oNo If yes, state to whom the application was made, date of application(s), amount of aid requested and action taken on said application, if any? Application to Application Date Amount Requested Action Taken __________________________________ ______________
________________ ______________
__________________________________
______________
________________ ______________
__________________________________
______________
________________ ______________
__________________________________ ______________ Do you owe any debts? oYes oNo If yes, describe: Amount Date Terms
________________ ______________ Purpose
________________ ___________ ____________
_______________________________________
________________
___________ ____________
_______________________________________
________________
___________ ____________
_______________________________________
________________ ___________ ____________ _______________________________________ Do you have or have you had a job? oYes oNo If yes, complete the following information: Employer Type of work Hours per week Earnings (total annual) __________________________
_____________________
_____________ __________________
__________________________
_____________________
_____________ __________________
__________________________ _____________________ _____________ __________________ Do you own a car? oYes oNo If yes: ______________________________ __________________ Indicate make, model, year
Estimated total annual (school year) expenses at college:
Balance still owed
From what financial resources do you expect to meet these expenses:
From Parents $ ________________________ From Your Savings $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ ____________________ $ ________________________ 0 Total Other Sources $ ________________________ From Kiwanis $ ________________________ 0 Total Resources $ ________________________ The Total Expenses should be the same as the Total Resources
Tuition $ ____________________ Room $ ____________________ Board $ ____________________ Books $ ____________________ Transportation $ ____________________ Miscellaneous $ ____________________ 0 Total Expenses $ ___________________
GPA
(Unweighted)
HPA
Class Rank
(Weighted) Nbr.____out of_____
SAT Scores
ACT Score
Read: _________
Read: _________
Math: _________
Math:_________
Parents’ Total Income
Number of Siblings
REFERENCE List one personal reference other than family Name and Address Relationship _______________________________________ ________________________
Phone Number _________________
* I/we certify that the above information is accurate and complete. False information and/or failure to timely submit official grade transcripts and other required data each term is grounds for scholarship forfeiture. ________________________________ *Signature of Father
________________________________ *Signature of Mother
________________________________ *Signature of Applicant
