2021 Scholarship and Mentor (SAM) Scholarship - Renewal

PROGRAM DEADLINE: July 16, 2021 at 11:59 PM PDT (Midnight) - CLOSED

This program is inactive or past the deadline.

Description

The SAM Scholarship is intended to help fill the gap in financial need for foster youth participating in the Family Care Network’s Independent Living Program as they pursue a post-secondary education.

Requirements

Eligibility:
a) Applicant is a current SAM scholarship recipient eligible for renewal; and,
c) Applicant is a current or former foster youth and participating in the Family Care Network's Independent Living Program; and
d) Applicant has demonstrated financial need, (confirmed through eligibility for a Federal Pell Grant); and,
e) Applicant attends full time (12-15 units) or part-time (6-12 units) at a four year college, community college or vocational program (Career Technical); and,
f) Applicant must have a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

Selection Criteria:
a) Potential based on Academic Record; and,
b) The "Grit" displayed by the perseverance to overcome personal challenges in their life related to family, school or community, and other life circumstances; and,
c) Ambition exhibited by the desire to pursue a post-secondary education.

Scholarship Awards:
Four-year College or University: up to $2,500/year
Community College: up to $2,000/year
Career of Technical school (vocational program): $1,200 to $2,000 award range

Total award value will be dependent on recipient’s post-secondary institution and enrollment status, in addition to maintaining monthly contact with assigned Education Navigator.

Renewable

Yes

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