Thunderbird Community Sports Foundation Scholarship
Awarded by the Kent Community Foundation
Before preparing this application, review the criteria outlined below.
The application must be submitted by March 15, 2018.
Applications should be submitted as a single PDF in the DropBox on-line at:
The PDF should be named: TCSF.First Initial.Last name.2018 (ex Ann Smith – TCSF.A.Smith.2018)
For technical assistance, please email
DUE DATE: March 15, 2018
Background and Information:
This scholarship was created by the Thunderbirds Community Sports Foundation to allow students an opportunity to pursue sports related fields of study in college or university.
The scholarship will be awarded to a student entering into a sports related field of study. For example: Athletic training, Physical therapy, Sports Management, Sports Marketing or Parks and Recreation Administration programs. Physical Education teachers or Exercise Science majors are also eligible. The Scholarship is for $1,500.00 and can be applied to either a 2 or 4-year program(applicants may use the scholarship at any accredited University, Community College, Vocational or Technical School).
Criteria and Instructions:
Graduating seniors and students who are already enrolled in a post-secondary institution may apply. Students who have previously been awarded this scholarship may re-apply. Students who graduated high school in the South Puget Sound region will be given priority.
The following four items must be included with any application:
1. Copy of Transcript
2. Two letters of recommendation
3. A 500 word essay explaining why you are interested in your chosen field
4. Completed and Signed Application
All information requested below should be printed clearly or typed.
Name ______
Address ______Phone ______
Street City Zip
E-mail [if available] ______
Information regarding the schoolwhere the scholarship funds will be used:
Name of institution ______
Address ______Phone ______
Street City Zip
Anticipated major or program______
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Provide information regarding your participation in school clubs and community organizations. State the name of the group(s), the years involved (for example, 2012 and 2013), and responsibility you have in that group (for example, vice-president, fundraising chair, etc.). Attach additional sheet if necessary.
It is particularly important to provide evidence of your preparation and interest in a sports related field
School Activities
Name of Club/Organization Years Involved Responsibilities
1.______
2.______
3.______
Community Activities
Name of Club/Organization Years Involved Responsibilities
1.______
2.______
3.______
Work-related Activities
Name of Club/Organization Years Involved Responsibilities
1.______
2.______
3.______
School History
Provide information regarding the last three schools attended:
Name of School Dates Attended
1.______
2.______
3.______
I hereby certify that the information on this application and all information contained in any attachment are true and correct.
Applicant’s signature______Date______
If I am a winner of this scholarship, I give permission to be interviewed and/or photographed and for the use of my name for Kent Community Foundation use including web site, videos, publications, newspapers and radio/television media.
Name [Please Print] ______
Signature:______Date______
If under 18 years of age:
Parent/Guardian Name [PleasePrint]______
Signature:______Date______
THE KENT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF
AGE, SEX, RACE, CREED, COLOR, MARITAL STATUS, RELIGIOUS AFFICIATION OR NATIONAL ORIGIN