The Nikki Geragotelis (Fry) Memorial Scholarship – 2017
THE NIKKI GERAGOTELIS (FRY) MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
A Scholarship Fund of the Homer Foundation
2017 Application and Guidelines
The Nikki Geragotelis (Fry) Memorial Scholarship was established by the family and friends of Nikki in honor of the life she lived. The goal of the scholarship is to keep Nikki’s memory alive by helping students continue their education. Throughout her lifeNikki had a “walk-on” spirit. She worked hard and enjoyed people.Successful applicants will exemplify Nikki’s qualities ofsportsmanship, athleticism, integrity, hard-working nature, and friendliness.Candidates are positive and reliable teammates, givingtheir best every time they step on the field whetherat practice or for a game.
Award: $1000
One scholarship will be awarded to cover costs of tuition at any accreditededucational, technical or vocational institution.
Eligibility:
1) Applicant must be a current year graduating senior from Homer High School.
2) Minimum GPA of 3.0
3) Applicant must have participated in one or more competitive sports within the last 4 years.
4) No one related to the donor/s, members of the review committee, the Homer Foundation Board of Trustees or its employees shall be eligible for this scholarship.
Selection Criteria:
This is a competitive application process. Selection will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, gender or sexual orientation of candidate. Applicant will be judged on:
1) Personal Statement
2) Resume
3) TwoLetters of Recommendation, from adults not related to you, at least one from a coach or trainer that has worked with you.
Personal Statement:
Be sure to highlight your interest and participation in competitive sports, demonstrated good sportsmanship and hard work, and involvement in other extracurricular activities or community service.
Resume:
Please attach a current resume (one page) highlighting the following:
Extracurricular Activities: Participation in competitive sports, as well as other school clubs and activities.
Recognitions: Accomplishments or recognition you have received during your high school, especially team awards such as most reliable, most improved, best sportsmanship, most goals scored, etc.
Volunteer/Community Activities: Community activities and volunteer projects you are involved in outside of school.
Employment: List any work experience you have had during your high school career.
Requirement Check List: submit on single-sided pages only
Application Form
Personal Statement
Resume
2 Letters of Recommendation
Financial Plan
Submission Deadline:
The completed application form and all attachments must be submitted together.
Drop off locations:Or mail to:
The Homer FoundationThe Homer Foundation
3733 Ben Walters Lane, Ste. 4PO Box 2600
orHomer, AK 99603
Homer High School Counselor’s Office
600 E. Fairview Ave.
Receipt deadline: 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 13th, 2017.
The Homer Foundation manages endowed assets for the benefit of the lower Kenai Peninsula, and administers the Nikki Geragotelis (Fry) Memorial Scholarship Fund. Contributions to the fund assure that future generations of students will benefit – forever. Questions regarding the scholarship application may be directed to Joy Steward at the Homer Foundation, 235-0541 or
emailed to .
P.O. Box 2600
Homer, AK 99603
907.235.0541
Lower level Kachemak Bay Title Company
“Connecting generosity to community need.”
THE NIKKI GERAGOTELIS (FRY) MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
A Scholarship Fund of the Homer Foundation
2017 Application
Personal Data:
Name of Applicant ______
Mailing Address ______
City/State/Zip ______
Phone/Cell ______Email ______
Name of Parents or Guardian ______
Parents Mailing Address ______
City/State/Zip ______
Phone ______
School or Program you are planning to attend:______
Area of Study: ______
Have you been accepted? ______
Number of years to complete your program: ______
Statement of Certification:
I, ______, do hereby attest that the information I have provided here is true, correct and complete. I do understand that this scholarship award is to be used for tuition, books, and other direct expenses, and that the award check will be mailed directly to my school. I give permission for the Homer Foundation to use my name and/or picture in written and digital media connected to this award.
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Applicant Signature Date
The completed application form and all attachments must be submitted together.
Receipt deadline: 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 14th, 2016.
Drop off: Mail to:
Homer Foundation/lower level Kachemak Bay Title CoHomer Foundation
Homer High School Counselor’s Office PO Box 2600 Homer, AK 99603
FINANCIAL PLAN:
Provide your projected expenses for one year. Provide expenses/resources for one year. Your financial plan should be realistic. Expenses should equal your resources and if they do not, you must have a plan for any deficit.
EXPENSES: RESOURCES:
Tuition and Fees: ______From Parents: ______Room and Board: ______From Own Savings: ______
Books and Supplies: ______Student Projected Earnings (1yr): ______
Travel: ______From Loans: ______
Personal Incidentals: ______Projectedfrom Grants/Scholarships: ______
Other: ______*Other: ______
TOTAL EXPENSES: ______TOTAL RESOURCES ______
Have you filed for the Alaska Student Loan? ______
List all other financial aid you have applied for, and indicate if pending or committed: ______
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