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1 Dear High School Counselor: This letter is being sent to you on behalf of Daughters Love Foundation to request your support as we try to make scholarship awards available to eligible, graduating seniors in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metropolitan area. Daughters Love established a Scholarship Fund through the generosity of local contributors who supported our many fundraising events. We are proud to offer scholarship money to outstanding high school seniors who are committed to attending a two or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school. The award will be based on the following criteria: Scholastic Achievement Leadership & Moral Character Community Service Letters of Recommendations Essay describing the Applicant s career goals and community involvement Financial need We would appreciate your assistance in making the enclosed application available to students who quality according to the requirements listed on the attached application. The application deadline is May 15, All applications must be postmarked by that date. Questions or requests for further information can be directed to Daughters Love Foundation. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Sincerely, The Scholarship Committee Enclosures: Scholarship Requirements Application Post Office Box Irving, Texas T (972) F (469)

2 Daryl D. Seals Memorial Scholarship Fund 2016 Scholarship Application Requirements 1. The applicant must demonstrate the ability to successfully complete a 2 year associate or a 4 year undergraduate degree program at an accredited college, university, or fulltime career preparatory program at an accredited technical or trade school, which is shown by achieving a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 as reflected on official school transcripts. The applicant must have participated in extra-curricular activities (can include parttime employment). 3. The applicant must have participated in community service that exemplifies the spirit of good citizenship. 4. The applicant must submit two (2) Letters of Recommendation: One must be from a high school counselor or faculty member. ***Letters from relatives are not acceptable. 5. The applicant must submit a typed, double spaced essay of 250 to 500 words describing the applicant s background, achievements, career goals, involvement in the community, extracurricular activities, the desire to contribute to their community and the need for this scholarship and other information relevant to this application. 6. Applicant must demonstrate a serious need for financial assistance. 7. The applicant must attach the following to the application form: Application Checklist Signed and dated application An official copy of high school or college transcript Two (2) Letters of Recommendation A typed word essay on the topic noted above Recent Color Photograph (passport size) 8. In the event of tie, the deciding factor will be the applicant s community service participation. 9. Immediate family members of any individual member of the Board of Directors or member of Daughters Love Chapter are not eligible to apply. 10. The awardees will receive at least $500 (specific amount contingent on available funds). Daughters Love offers scholarships every year. The number of scholarships awarded is based on the amount of funds available. 11. Scholarship funds will be paid in a one-time payment via check directly to the accredited institution in which the student enrolls after successful completion of the first semester of post-secondary education (must maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA). Scholarship funds will be applied toward tuition, books, fees and other appropriate educational expenses. 1 All applications and required attachments must be received by May 15, 2016 Selected recipient(s) will be notified no later than August 15, 2016

3 Daughters Love Daryl D. Seals Memorial Scholarship APPLICATION CHECKLIST (Sign and attach as first page of your application packet) Scholarship Application Packet Must Be Received by May 15th Please read the instructions and general information before completing the application. Reponses to all items must be typed or printed clearly. Daughters Love does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, or religious belief in the administration of its scholarship program. Scholarship awards shall be given to any local graduating high school seniors who will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning. Awards will be made based on scholastic achievement, letters of recommendation, moral character and financial need with a preference given to those students whose family cannot otherwise afford college tuition. Applicant s Name: Signed and dated application Most current high school transcript. Two Letters of Recommendation Essay ( words) Recent Color Photograph (passport size) Signature of Applicant: Return Completed Application with all required documents to: Daughters Love Scholarship Selection Committee Post Office Box Irving, Texas

4 Page 1 of 3 Daryl D. Seals Memorial Scholarship Application Scholarships are granted to worthy young women and men with the proper qualification and recommendations. Emphasis is placed on need, character, service, leadership and scholarship. A recipient must be a U.S. Citizen, a Texas resident, have a 3.0 grade point average, registered as a full-time student (a minimum of 12 credit hours at an accredited institution of higher learning and working toward a degree). Scholarships are awarded for undergraduate work only. It is NOT for post-graduate studies. This application must be completed, signed by the applicant and returned to the Scholarship Selection Committee. It must be accompanied by: A most recent official grade transcript, two signed letters of recommendation, an essay from the applicant stating his or her career goals, involvement in the community and desire to contribute to their community, and a recent color photograph. APPLICANT GENERAL INFORMATION (Please print or type) Middle Permanent Mailing Address: City No. Street or RFD Apt# State Zip Date of Birth Address Home Phone Number Alternate Phone Number Male Ethnicity/Nationality (Optional) Are You a Legal U.S. Citizen? Yes Female No Please check the box if you are the first generation to attend college or university FAMILY INFORMATION Applicant s Place of Birth: (City, State, Country) Parent/Guardian: Parent/Guardian: Relationship Relationship Alternate phone number/contact name: MASONIC AFFILIATIONS Are you a member of the Order of the Eastern Star or a Masonic Lodge? Yes No If yes, state Chapter or Lodge Name and number: Are your relatives (parents, grandparents, siblings, etc.) members of the Order of the Eastern Star or Masonic Lodge? Yes No If yes, state name(s), relationship, Chapter name and number: Are you a Masonic Youth? Yes No If yes, which Order? Page 2 of 3

5 APPLICANT ACADEMIC STATUS and HIGH SCHOOL or COLLEGE INFORMATION High School: Address: City: State: High School Counselor s Name: Zip: Office Phone Number: Name of college you have applied to attend or currently enrolled: Degree Major: Your college rating: Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior What was your GPA the last two years, if in college last two semesters? 1. APPLICANT FINANCIAL DATA How much financial assistance will you need for the upcoming academic year? $ How much of this amount will your parents be able to contribute? $ Were you a recipient of any other scholarship awards last year? Yes No If yes, whom/amount (include number of years they apply): Have you applied for other scholarships, loans or grants? Yes No If yes, please list: Marital Status? Single Married Divorced Single Parent Number of Dependents: If married, spouses name: Occupation: Spouse s annual income $ If single, number of brother and sisters (under the age 18)lives at home: Including yourself, how many of your immediate family will be enrolled in college next fall: Are you employed: Yes No PARENT/GUARDIAN FINANCIAL STATEMENT Parent s current marital status: Single Separated Divorced Married Widowed Father s Name: Retired: Yes No Mother s Name: Retired: Yes No Adjust Gross Income (Form 1040): Yearly Untaxed Income & Benefits: CERTIFICATION and AUTHORIZATION All of the information that I have provided in this application and in the enclosed letters is true and complete, to the best of my knowledge. I certify that I am currently enrolled and in good standing as a senior in high school, enrolled in or applying or full-time enrollment to a two or four year college or university or vocational/technical school for the academic year and eligible to receive scholarships granted under the Scholarship requirements. I hereby authorize Daughter s Love to use my information contained in this application for the purpose and publishing the Scholarship Award, or as legally permitted by law. Authorization for release of records To comply with provision of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, permission is hereby given to applicant s school officials to release the applicant s secondary school record and other requested information for consideration for this Scholarship Award. Applicant Signature: (required) Parent or Guardian Signature: (required) (Required if applicant is under 18 years of age) Page 3 of 3