2008 Scholarship Applications

**Applications are closed for 2008.

**Thank you all who applied!

Download a copy of the Scholarship application in either format provided below.

You may need Microsoft Word version 97 or higher to view the following:

• 2008 Full Application--MS Word Format

You may need Adobe Acrobat Reader version 5 or to view the following

• 2008 Full Application-Adobe PDF Format

Eligibility:

Scholarships will be granted to high school seniors who are residents of Redwood City or attending a Redwood City high school (Cañada Middle College, Redwood and Sequoia High Schools) for attending an accredited college, university, or trade school.  The following minimum criteria must be met:

U.S. citizen or permanent resident graduating from high school.

If awarded a scholarship, student must be enrolled full-time.  Proof of enrollment at post secondary institution required to release award funds.

3.00 cumulative grade point average, ability and motivation to compete on a collegiate level.

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate strong educational motivation and group leadership skills through their activities in school, church, youth groups, community volunteer effort and/or work experience.

•Financial need, work experience, and letters of recommendation are additional criteria in the selection process.
 

Scholarship Rules:

Scholarship is given for Fall 2008.  The awards will be given to the institution in all cases, and will be sent directly to the institution financial aid offices within 30 days of receipt of proof of student’s full-time enrollment at the school.  When the institution requires the student to pay fees first before they certify registration, the school will be authorized to reimburse the student.

If a recipient is unable to begin school in the Fall and plans to enter school in a future semester, the recipient must notify the Woodside Terrace A.M. Kiwanis in writing by August 31, 2008 for an extension. An extension is provided for up to one calendar year.  If the scholarship is unused by the end of that year, the scholarship is forfeited and will be used to fund another scholarship in subsequent years. It is also forfeited if no extension is requested by August 31, 2008.

Recipients are required to attend the Award Breakfast of the Woodside Terrace A.M. Kiwanis on May 22, 2008. Parents are welcome to attend the award presentation ceremony.

Application Instructions:

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY ON THE APPLICATION AND FOLLOW THEM THOROUGHLY!

Application Form

Please read all questions carefully, and answer them as completely as you can. Use pen and PRINT your answers, or use a typewriter. Remember that your completed application will represent you to the Scholarship Committee. Mail your completed application form, high school transcript, student personal statement, letters of recommendation and financial need forms to:

Scholarship Committee, WTAM Kiwanis
P.O. Box 2745
Redwood City, CA 94064

Applications must be received by April 10, 2008. Final selection will be made by April 28, 2008.

Letters of Recommendation

Choose two (2) people to write letters of recommendation for you.  It is strongly recommended that one letter come from a teacher or other school employee and one letter come from an employer or friend (non-family related) who knows you through work or volunteer activities.  Please enclose the letters with this application.

Transcripts of Grades

Your application must include high school transcripts and SAT scores.  If you have taken any college courses, include a transcript of your work thus far.

Student Personal Statement

Write a statement explaining the reasons you are applying for a scholarship, your plans for the future, and your short and long term goals. You should also include any other information about yourself, your family and background, your educational achievement, etc. which will help the Scholarship Committee to evaluate your potential.

Financial Need

As this is part of the criteria we use in the selection process, it may be a factor in the final selection. You must fill out the financial need section of the application, and may submit evidence of financial need by enclosing a copy of your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Student Aid Report (SAR) or California Aid Report (CAR) for Cal Grant recipients.

What is Kiwanis?

Kiwanis is a worldwide service organization of men and women dedicated to improving the quality of life for mankind in their communities.  Together, these men and women achieve what individuals cannot do alone.  Voluntarily, Kiwanians share the challenge of responsibility for humanitarian and civic projects that our government agencies are financially unable to perform. These projects are predominantly local in nature.  The common desire to successfully serve their communities is the motivating goal of Kiwanians.

Some Specifics

• KIWANIS is a service organization – not a social club – although enduring friendships are created through the Kiwanis spirit of fellowship that comes from mutual effort devoted to useful ends.
   
• KIWANIS is often a public forum – but never a political circle.  Meeting programs frequently provide platforms for the balanced and impartial presentation of public issues of interest to the members and the community.
   
• KIWANIS makes its activities known.  It is not a secret society. There are no private rituals.  Public awareness of Kiwanis is sought because it increases support for Kiwanis service.
   
• KIWANIS fosters principles of good citizenship and human values.  It does not prescribe a way of life for others.
   
• The Woodside Terrace A.M. Kiwanis hold breakfast meetings at 7:15 A.M. every Thursday at the Waterfront Restaurant. If you or anyone you know is interested in joining our work, call membership chairman, Larry Graves, at (650) 364-9383.  Join us for breakfast!

2008 Scholarship Committee

Bill Morris, Chair

• Glenn Lew 
• Barbara Liedtke
• Jan Borg  
• Bill Lowell
• George Borg 
• Patty McGowan
• Irene Poespowidjojo 
• Melanie Souffront
• Margie Carrington 
• Donna Vaillancourt
• Maureen Fish

Download a copy of the Scholarship application in either format provided below.

You may need Microsoft Word version 97 or higher to view the following:

• 2008 Full Application--MS Word Format

You may need Adobe Acrobat Reader version 5 or to view the following

• 2008 Full Application-Adobe PDF Format