Kiwanis Club of Abilene Foundation Scholarship Application
Foundation Scholarship
a) Applications considered must be submitted from students enrolled as a high school senior in Taylor County, State of Texas from public, private, charter and home schools. This includes: Abilene ISD (including ATEMS and Holland), Wylie ISD, Premier HS, Home School, Abilene Christian HS, TLCA Abilene Campus, Jim Ned HS, and Merkel HS.
b) The scholarship award will be scored based upon the following weights: 40% weight to academic achievement, 40% to financial need, and 20% to school and community involvement/volunteerism.
c) Special consideration will not be given because an applicant is related to a member of the Kiwanis family.
d) A total of two scholarship awards may be given during the lifetime of any one individual, except for an unusual financial need.
e) The application must be complete for consideration. This includes the application, essay, two references, and a transcript. Incomplete packets are not considered.
f) The Kiwanis Club of Abilene gives separate scholarship awards to technical/vocational students from service funds.
g) To be eligible for consideration, applications accompanied by all letters of recommendation must be submitted by 5:00pm, Monday, April 15, 2024.
Just one week ago, this incredible group of Kiwanians built a ramp, making a real difference in the life of a community member. As Dennis Laster, a greatly missed Kiwanian and Ramp Team member, used to say, "We did a good thing today." It's hard work, but the feeling of helping others is unbeatable. Want to join us on the next ramp build? We'd love to have you! ... See MoreSee Less
On this Labor Day, we want to celebrate the spirit of service and the strength of our community. We're grateful for the opportunity to work alongside so many dedicated individuals who make Abilene a wonderful place to live and work! ... See MoreSee Less
Kiwanis Club of Abilene Foundation Scholarship Application
Foundation Scholarship
a) Applications considered must be submitted from students enrolled as a high school senior in Taylor County, State of Texas from public, private, charter and home schools. This includes: Abilene ISD (including ATEMS and Holland), Wylie ISD, Premier HS, Home School, Abilene Christian HS, TLCA Abilene Campus, Jim Ned HS, and Merkel HS. b) The scholarship award will be scored based upon the following weights: 40% weight to academic achievement, 40% to financial need, and 20% to school and community involvement/volunteerism. c) Special consideration will not be given because an applicant is related to a member of the Kiwanis family. d) A total of two scholarship awards may be given during the lifetime of any one individual, except for an unusual financial need. e) The application must be complete for consideration. This includes the application, essay, two references, and a transcript. Incomplete packets are not considered. f) The Kiwanis Club of Abilene gives separate scholarship awards to technical/vocational students from service funds. g) To be eligible for consideration, applications accompanied by all letters of recommendation must be submitted by 5:00pm, Monday, April 15, 2024.
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Just one week ago, this incredible group of Kiwanians built a ramp, making a real difference in the life of a community member. As Dennis Laster, a greatly missed Kiwanian and Ramp Team member, used to say, "We did a good thing today." It's hard work, but the feeling of helping others is unbeatable. Want to join us on the next ramp build? We'd love to have you! ... See MoreSee Less
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On this Labor Day, we want to celebrate the spirit of service and the strength of our community. We're grateful for the opportunity to work alongside so many dedicated individuals who make Abilene a wonderful place to live and work! ... See MoreSee Less
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