2017 Camp Scholarship Application Process

2017 Camp Scholarship Application Process

The S.P.A.R.K.S. Foundation offers scholarships to deserving children demonstrating financial need for Summer Science Camps. This aligns with the foundation’s mission to provide quality hands-on science to all children regardless of socio-economic background.

Eligibility for a scholarship is based on the child’s sincere interest in participating in a summer science camp and on the parent(s)’ household income being at or below the levels show below.

Decisions by the board of directors will depend on available funds at the time.

If you are seeking a scholarship for a summer camp please:

1.  Provide a written letter by the parent or guardian explaining why you are seeking a partial or full scholarship.

2.  Provide a written letter by the child (or a picture if the child is too young) explaining why he/she would like to attend a Science Explorers summer camp.

3.  Fill out the application form, making sure to indicate that you do not exceed the household gross wage levels indicated below.

4. Mail all of the above to:

The S.P.A.R.K.S. Foundation, 110 W. Wyomissing Ave., Mohnton, PA 19540

Or scan your application and email to:

Scholarship applications will be reviewed and awarded by the Board of Directors. When funding becomes available, applicants will be notified by email. Thank you!

Applicant must circle the entire line that applies to his/her Household Size, understanding they must be at, or below, the income level indicated to be eligible for full scholarship.

Total Household Income (based on 150% of Poverty Level)

Household Size

Circle One Annual Monthly Weekly

1  $ 17,820 $ 1,485 $ 343

2  $ 24,030 $ 2003 $ 462

3  $ 30,240 $ 2,520 $ 582

4  $ 36,450 $ 3,038 $ 688

5  $ 42,660 $ 3,555 $ 820

6  $ 48,870 $ 4,073 $ 940

7  $ 55,095 $ 4,591 $ 1,060

8  $ 61,335 $ 5,111 $ 1,180

For each additional family member add: $ 7,000 $ 583 $ 135

(OVER)

2017 Summer Science Camp Scholarship Application

Name of child: ______Age: ______

Male or Female: ______Date of Birth: ______

Parent(s)/Guardian’s Name: ______

(Please print name and relationship to camper)

Address: ______

(Street, City, State, Zip)

Home Phone: ______Work: ______Cell Phone: ______

Email address:______

Occupation of Father: ______

Employer’s Address: ______

(Street, City, State, Zip)

Occupation of Mother: ______

Employer’s Address: ______

(Street, City, State, Zip)

Household Annual Gross Income (amount before taxes): $______

Requesting: (circle one) Full Scholarship Partial Scholarship If partial scholarship, amount requesting: $______

Summer Science Camp Details:

First Choice: ______

Name of camp/topic Date of camp Location

Second Choice: ______

Name of camp/topic Date of camp Location

Third Choice: ______

Name of camp/topic Date of camp Location

Approved by: ______Date: ______