Betty Bell Scholarship Fund. Application Form. Application Deadline is April 15

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1 Betty Bell Scholarship Fund Application Form Application Deadline is April 15

2 The Betty Bell Scholarship Application Please complete the following sections as directed. Include all requested attachments with this application Section 1: General Information Name of Applicant: SS#: Home Address: City, State, Zip: Telephone Number: Father s Name: Father s Occupation: Mother s Name: Mother s Occupation: Local HBA Affiliate: Section 2: Academic Information High School: High School GPA: If applicable College or University: City, State: Graduation Date: College GPA: Please give a brief summary regarding your educational intentions: Section 3: Financial Information Please describe why you need financial assistance:

3 Section 4: Activities / Special Interests Please list any extra curricular activities (member of organizations, volunteer efforts, hobbies or other special interests): Please list any special awards, honors or other recognition you have received: Section 5: Recommendations Please provide two recommendations, one teacher within the last two years and one adult, other than relatives. The recommendations must include an address or phone number so that we may contact them if necessary. My signature below indicates that I have read and understand the above information and that it is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. My signature authorizes the release of any information to the scholarship trustees. Signature: Date: Please send completed application form and attachments to: HBAK Betty Bell Scholarship 1040 Burlington Lane Frankfort, KY Application Deadline April 15 of the current year

4 BETTY BELL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Creation of the Scholarship This scholarship was established to assist students in obtaining higher education in a building related field. Value of Scholarship The value of the scholarship is to be $ General Scholarship Information A. The scholarship shall be used for educational purposes (tuition, room and board, books, etc.) and is non-refundable. B. The scholarship award will be made out in the name of the recipient and the educational institution. C. The scholarship is valid only for the current class year. D. The scholarship is to be awarded prior to the Fall Semester of School. E. Applications must be sent to the HBAK office at 1040 Burlington Lane, Frankfort, KY Qualifications of the Applicant A. Applicant must be presently enrolled in an institution of higher education. B. Applicant must live in the jurisdiction of the Home Builders Association of Kentucky. C. Applicant must have been accepted by an approved institution of higher education or accredited institution for vocational training. D. Applicant must be a member, or spouse, or child or employee of a member of the Home Builders Association of Kentucky or Women s Council of the Home Builders Association of Kentucky. E. Applicant must exhibit good character.

5 Obligations of the Scholarship Recipient A. To enroll and maintain a satisfactory record at an approved college, university or accredited institution for vocational training. B. Conduct her/himself in a manner that does not discredit the school, Women s Council or building industry. C. Pursue a course of study that will qualify the applicant for a professional career in the building industry. If all of the aforementioned qualifications have been satisfied and judged equivalent, then financial need of the applicant may be deemed a relevant factor. Applying for the Scholarship A. Each applicant must complete the application for the award. B. Each applicant must write a brief statement regarding her/his educational intentions. C. Each applicant must secure a written recommendation from two people other than family members, who can offer personal references for the applicant. D. The applicant s high school or college transcript must accompany the application. E. Applications can be mailed or delivered to the Home Builders Association of Kentucky, 1040 Burlington Lane, Frankfort, KY Selection of Scholarship Recipient A. Race, creed, or sex will not be factors in the selection of the recipient. B. A panel of judges appointed by the scholarship committee will review the applicant s request for the scholarship. C. The judges will carefully check all the qualifications of the applicant in relation to personal references, recommendations and scholastic records. D. The judges may invite the applicant for a personal interview.