OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy: Philanthropy is in your DNA
OMRF will offer a premier teen leadership in philanthropy program to Oklahoma students who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the non-profit sector, develop hands-on leadership skills, learn about types of giving, and how they can implement these skills in the community.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
OMRF “Teen Leaders in Philanthropy” will develop a group of teens in the community to be philanthropic leaders and to expand the reach of OMRF to the next generation in the community.
A diverse group of high school-aged students will be chosen through an application and interview process to participate in a program consisting of nine sessions throughout the school year to achieve the following:
· Develop and sustain long-term relationships between participants and OMRF.
· Build participants’ skills to lead, volunteer and give through a hands-on project, with supervision and assistance from OMRF Development staff.
· Provide a deeper knowledge of the non-profit sector, grantmaking, and philanthropy.
· Meet leaders from non-profit organizations, board members, charitable foundations, corporate donors, and volunteers.
· Meet scientific leaders from OMRF to learn about their work.
· Develop relationships with other teens from different geographic areas and demographics.
· Completion certificate awarded at program-closing celebration with family in attendance.
Class size / Up to 40Class day/days / Generally one Tuesday a month, September – May
Class period / Generally 12-5 pm or 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Eligibility – grade in school / High school sophomores, juniors and seniors (during the program year)
Eligibility – GPA / No specific GPA required. However, students must be in good standing.
Eligibility – residency / Must attend a school in the State of Oklahoma
Cost / Free. OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy is funded by OMRF
Mandatory Opening Retreat / September 8, 2015 12-5 p.m.
Transportation / All participants are responsible for their own transportation to OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy sessions and/or events.
Application Process
· Applications must be e-mailed, postmarked or hand-delivered to the OMRF development office by March 2, 2015 by 5 p.m.
· Please keep a copy of your original application in case the original is lost in the mail.
· Applications must be completed on this form; other than one recommendation form, no attachments are permitted.
· Applications that are received by the deadline are reviewed by the OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy selection committee. Selection committee members evaluate many factors including, but not limited to applications, recommendation letters submitted and school diversity. Then, finalists are scheduled to interview.
· After interviews, the OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy Selection Committee’s decision is final.
· Applicants are notified in April whether or not they have been selected for the program.
· No more than 3 students from the same school may be admitted to the same class.
OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy
Application and Commitment Form
To be signed by (1) the Applicant, (2) his or her Parent/Guardian, and (3) his or her School Principal
This form must be signed by all three parties as indicated and returned with the application by the
March 2, 2015 5 p.m. deadline.
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Applicant Name (Please Print)
· As the applicant, I understand that if I am admitted to OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy I will be given a space in the program that is then not available to other applicants. Consequently, I intend to accept admission and participate fully in OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy. Further, I understand that my main responsibility is school, and that I am responsible for arranging and completing any school work with each of my teachers as necessary.
· As the parent/guardian or school administrator, I understand and consent to this student missing school on the days noted, and understand that the student will be responsible for arranging and completing school work as necessary.
· As the applicant, parent or guardian, I understand that students selected for the programs must attend the mandatory Opening Retreat as shown in the calendar below. Missing any part of the Opening Retreat will result in the student’s removal from the program. Applicants who cannot attend the Opening Retreat should withdraw their applications.
· As the applicant, parent or guardian, I understand that more than two absences from the OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy program will result in automatic removal from the program. Students who miss OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy days may have make-up work assigned, and may be required to explain the reason for the absence to the appropriate OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy committee member.
Applicant’s Signature ______Date ______
Applicant’s Parent/Guardian’s Signature ______Date ______
Applicant’s School Principal’s Signature ______Date ______
OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy
c/o OMRF Development Office
825 N.E. 13th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Ph.: 405-271-7400 E-mail:
www.omrf.org/teen
Please type or print very legibly. Illegible Applications may be disqualified. Use this form only; do not attach additional materials. Applications can be downloaded from www.omrf.org/teen, completed and e-mailed, mailed, or hand-delivered.
Applicant Name
First(example: Thomas) / Preferred Name
(Example: Tommy) / Middle / Last / Suffix
(Example: Jr.)
Home Information
Street Address (Name of street & house number) / Apt. No. / City / State / Zip
Home Phone / Work Phone / Cell Phone / E-Mail (include all parts of e-mail address)
Parent/Guardian
Information
Parent/Guardian #1’s Name / Parent/Guardian #2’s NameParent/Guardian #1’s Contact Phone & E-mail / Parent/Guardian #2’s Contact Phone & E-mail
School Information
Name of School / Year you will graduate from high school / Principal’s Name
Optional Information: / OMRF does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. This information need not be provided. It is requested to facilitate OMRF's goal of assembling a diverse class.
Ethnic group / * African American or Black / *American Indian or Alaskan Native / * Asian/Native Hawaiian or Other
*Latino/Hispanic / *White / *Two or More Races
Gender / *Female / *Male / Birth Date ______
Please list in order of importance to you up to five school, volunteer, religious, social, athletic, scouting, or other activities and organizations in which you have participated during the last four years. Please tell us when you were involved and what your activities were with the organizations.
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OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy
c/o OMRF Development Office
825 N.E. 13th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Ph.: 405-271-7400 E-mail:
www.omrf.org/teen
If you haven’t had the opportunity to participate in activities/organizations, please tell us why.
List any accomplishments, awards, honors or recognitions for academic, school, religious, or community related activities you have received.
List any part-time or full-time job experience, paid or volunteer, and briefly list your duties and responsibilities
Explain what your school responsibilities (other than class work) are for this year.
What do you consider one of your strengths?
What do you consider a weakness or shortcoming that you would like to overcome, and why?
Who is someone you admire? Why?
What do you do for fun?
Why are you applying for OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy?
What else would you like to tell us about yourself?
Please tell us how you heard about OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy:
*Friend / *Parent / *Youth Group member*Counselor, teacher, or other school staff / *Brother or sister / Other, please specify ______
Recommendation Form: A completed recommendation form MUST be included with the application.
Please have an adult who knows you well but is not your parent or relative (for example: a teacher, youth group leader, club advisor, coach, employer, or neighbor), complete the Recommendation Form and return it to you in a sealed, signed envelope. Include the sealed recommendation form with your application by the March 2, 2015 deadline. Recommendation forms can also be mailed or e-mailed directly to the address below by the deadline.
OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy
c/o OMRF Development Office
825 N.E. 13th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Ph.: 405-271-7400 E-mail:
www.omrf.org/teen