2015-2016 Scholarships (current as of 1/29/16)

Seniors are encouraged to TYPE all applications unless the directions state otherwise

Scholarships listed are arranged chronologically and have a date listed for March 2016. Students may find scholarship

applications online or in the scholarship files. PLEASE READ ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES CAREFULLY

BEFORE APPLYING. SEE MR. FINKEY IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS OR

APPLICATIONS, BUT BRING THE APPLICATION WITH YOU.

Scholarship Resources on the Web

All of these scholarship search resources have been researched by EducationQuest

ScholarshipQuest at www.educationquest.org

www.ScholarshipExperts.com

www.Schoolsoup.com

www.Scholarships.com

www.Collegeboard.com

www.FastAid.com

www.collegeboundnebraska.com

www.maldef.org - Mexican-American legal defense fund

www.aises.org - American Indian Science and Engineering

www.chci.org – Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute

www.IEFA.org – International Education for Financial Aid

Anytime Scholarships (Current this year)

*WELLS FARGO CollegeSTEPS Scholarships

Eligibility: Register online at: www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps

Award: 20@ $1000.00 awarded in random drawings (4 from the Midwest Region)

Deadline: Drawings held at the end of each month from October through May

*HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Award: Varies by scholarship

Eligibility: Hispanic heritage. This is a scholarship directory for Hispanic students

Deadline: Varies. May have a December 15th deadline! Go to www.hsf.net and click on “scholarships”

ACE Scholarship Authorized by the Nebraska Legislature in 2007, the Access College Early (ACE) Scholarship Program Act (LB 192)

pays tuition and mandatory fees for qualified, low-income high school students to enroll in college courses from

Nebraska's colleges or universities, either through dual-enrollment or early enrollment agreements with these institutions.

High school students may apply for funding under this program by completing the ACE Student Application, which is

reviewed by the Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education (CCPE) for award consideration.

There are two basic criteria for high school students to qualify for the ACE Scholarship. Students must either be eligible

to receive assistance under a variety of federal government programs or the student and his or her family must have

experienced a recent hardship. The application for the ACE Scholarship is now completely online. Below are some

instructions about the process to apply. If you have questions, please see your counselor.

To qualify for the ACE scholarship, you need to qualify for at least one of the following federal benefit programs:

Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Food Stamps, Free and Reduced Lunch, Special Supplemental Nutrition

Program (WIC), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Other Extreme Hardship.

********What you will need before you begin*********

An email address

You will need electronic documentation from federal program qualifies you. This file can be in a PDF, GIF, TIFF,

JPEG, or PNG format. For example, a PDF file of your free and reduced lunch letter from the school district.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, you will also need electronic documentation showing that you are a legal alien under the

Federal Immigration and Nationality Act. Acceptable Documentation can include I-327, I-551, I-571, I-766, Certificate

of Citizenship, Naturalization Certificate or I-94.

A Password-Password must be 8 characters long and is case sensitive. It must include 1 digit and have 1 upper and

lower case letter.

To register you can go to: https://ecmp.nebraska.gov/CCPE-ACE/Login.aspx

Click on Register as Student and follow the steps. You will chose “ACE Scholarship” this is for high school students NOT

the “Ace Plus Scholarship” The ACE Plus scholarship is for students that have qualified for an ACE scholarship in High

School and are now in college. If you have questions or need computer access, see your counselor ASAP. Students are

encouraged to have this application completed as soon as possible.

Scholarships

MARCH

*GOODRICH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM at UNO (Online)

The Goodrich Scholarship Program was established by Senator Glenn Goodrich and offers a merit and need-based

scholarship to students who will attend UNO. Students receive tuition, fees and textbook vouchers as well as a

comprehensive program of academic support. Goodrich scholars are required to take several courses as part of the

program.

Eligibility: Must be accepted at UNO. Must be a citizen or a legal non-citizen of the United States. UNO Regents

Scholarship winners are not eligible.

To Apply: Must complete the Goodrich Scholarship Application which you can get from your counselor.

• Must complete two official reference forms. Must establish financial need by completing the FAFSA before the March 1

deadline. Must take the UNO English Placement and Proficiency Exam. Must send official high school transcript and

ACT scores. This is in addition to the forms sent to UNO admissions.

• Must go to UNO for a personal interview. You will be called if you qualify for the interview.

Selection Procedure

The Goodrich selection committee uses a composite of selection criteria to evaluate both merit and financial need. Criteria

include application data, financial analysis, academic record, personal interview, EPPE, personal life experience essay

and references.

Terms of Payment: The Goodrich Scholarship Program will work with UNO to pay all college tuition,

fees, and book stipends.

More information and application can be found at http://goodrich.unomaha.edu/

NOTE: The FINAL EPPE TESTING DATE for Goodrich applicants is February 20, 2016. Deadline: March 1

*GPACAC PAUL MAX SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP (Online only)

Award: one-time only $1,000 scholarship payable to post-secondary institution of recipient’s choice

Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior from Nebraska, Kansas or Oklahoma, must have completed or will complete

community service hours by March 1, 2016. Hours must be completed between August 1, 2013 and

March 1, 2016.

Requirements: students must plan on attending a 2 or 4 year institution; have a strong service record that has impacted

their school, religious affliction and /or community; a GPA between 2.75 and 3.50; and complete application by March 1.

To Apply: applications can be found at www.gpacac.net/paulmaxscholarship.

Deadline: March 1

*TITAN MACHINERY SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

The new sponsorship will pay all Central Community College diesel technology program school costs, including tuition,

fees, books, and tools. Does not provide for room and board. Selected students will be asked to work for Titan

Machinery for two years upon completing their CCC diesel program AAS degree.

Titan Machinery will interview and select between 10 and 15 students to enter the CCC diesel program in the fall. To be

selected: make an application to CCC and be accepted, complete the Titan application for sponsorship (in GICC files),

visit the CCC diesel program (contact CCC admission’s office), and provide Titan Machinery and CCC with an ACT

(preferred), COMPASS or ASSET score.

Deadline: March 1

*THE NEBRASKA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP

Awards: varies from $100-$1000

The scholarships offered requires a scholarship application summary as well as supporting information in the form of

essays, transcripts, testimonial letters from 2-3 supervisors or teachers, and lists of activities and/or related

accomplishments.

To download the scholarship description, requirements, and the application summary page to go

https://nebraskaacademyofsciences.wildapricot.org/GrantsandScholarships or available in the counselor’s office.

If you have any questions, please call the Nebraska Academy of Sciences office at 402-472-2644 or email

nebacad@unl.edu.

Applications should be mailed to:

Nebraska Academy of Sciences

302 Morrill Hall, 14th

and U Streets

P.O. Box 880339

Lincoln, NE 68588-0339

Deadline: March 1, 2016

*CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS (Mail to CCC)

Central Community College encourages all students planning to attend CCC to complete the scholarship application form.

Scholarship amounts will range from $200 to $2000 and over 75 different scholarships are offered.

Eligibility: ACT Advantage Scholarships – due February 17

Must have a 21 ACT and a 2.5 GPA – Send scores to CCC, then the ACT advantage scholarship will be sent to

your home from CCC.

General Scholarships – due March 1

Applications are available – you complete one form for multiple scholarships.

CCC SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP – due April 18, available on website on March 6

Must be a current junior or senior in high school interested in taking a summer course at CCC. The award is

$150.00 of tuition. There is a summer application to complete.

To Apply: Complete the CCC application form available online at www.cccneb.edu and then download it or pick one up

in the counseling office. Be sure to sign and date it before you mail it. Then take the Academic Standing Form to your

counselor. Provide a typed personal statement (300 words) discussing one of suggested

topics on the CCC application form. Have the two recommendation forms completed by teachers or employers.

Send all of above to the Central Community College Campus to which you have applied.

Selection Procedure: The Central Community College Selection Committee will review the

applications.

You will be notified of your award status no later than April 30.

*INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENTS OF NEBRASKA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP -

CHET LINDER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (Mail)

Award: 1 @ $ 1,000

Eligibility: Must be a current graduating senior, must demonstrate scholastic application and intend to continue his/her

education, community service a consideration, attend any accredited college or university, and is required that the

applicant intend to major in business or a business-related field. Scholarships are awarded after the recipient completes

one full year of college with continued evidence of scholastic application and achievement.

Application is in the GICC scholarship files.

Submit completed applications to:

Selection Committee

Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska Foundation

8231 Northwoods Dr., Ste B

Lincoln, NE 68505

Deadline: March 1

*AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIPS (Online)

Each student may choose ONE of the following national Scholarships to submit. Applications are located at the website

indicated.

Children of Warriors National President’s Scholarship- http://www.legion-aux.org/Scholarships/Children-of-

Warriors-National-Presidents--Scholarship/

The Non-Traditional Student Scholarship- http://www.legion-aux.org/Scholarships/Non-Traditional-Student-

Scholarship/

Spirit of Youth Scholarship- http://www.legion-aux.org/Scholarships/Spirit-of-Youth-Scholarship-Fund/

Samsung American Legion Scholarship- http://www.legion-aux.org/Scholarships/Samsung-American-Legion-

Scholarship/

The American Legion Legacy Scholarship- http://www.legion.org/documents/pdf/legacy_scholarship.pdf

(April 15 deadline)

Each student may choose ONE of the following Department of Nebraska Scholarships to submit.

Applications for each are located at http://www.nebraskalegionaux.net/SCHOLARSHIPS/Scholarships.htm

Averyl Elaine Keriakedes Memorial Scholarship- http://www.nebraskalegionaux.net

Graduate Scholarship

Practical Nursing Scholarship- www.nebraskalegionaux.net/SCHOLARSHIPS/Scholarships.htm

Ruby Lorraine Paul Fund Scholarships- www.nebraskalegionaux.net/SCHOLARSHIPS/Scholarships.htm

Deadline: Most are March 1st

*KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (Online) Awards: Number of scholarships available -Several - Maximum amount $1,500 x 4 years

Eligibility: must attend a Catholic college or university The Knights of Columbus award millions of dollars in scholarships and fellowships. Last year there were 391 applicants. 90 received scholarships. You may copy and paste this web site: www.kofc.org

Click on the tab “What We Do” and click on “scholarships” Applicants (either boys or girls) must request their own application form:

DIRECTOR OF SCHOLARSHIP AID KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PO BOX 1670 NEW HAVEN, CT 06507-0901 Deadline: March 1

*TONY WRAY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP- STUDENT COUNCIL SPONSORED SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 1 @ $250

Tony Wray was a GICC graduate and a former Student Council President.

Eligibility: Complete the GICC common application form (on counselor’s website) and give completed application

to your counselor. Scholarship contact people: Mr. Nick Mohr

Deadline: March 1

*KAY JANZEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP- STUDENT COUNCIL SPONSORED SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 1 @ $250

Kay Janzen was a former teacher and high school student council sponsor.

Eligibility: complete the application in the GICC scholarship files and give completed application to your counselor

Scholarship contact people: Mr. Nick Mohr

Deadline: March 1

*DAVE ROMBACH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-STUDENT COUNCIL SPONSORED SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 1 @ $250

Dave Rombach was a former teacher and middle school student council sponsor at GICC. Each year the GICC student

council awards one scholarship based on the GICC common application form on the counselor’s website and to include

this essay: “The Teacher Who Has Made the Most Difference in my Life.” Essays will be judged by a panel of

student council members. Please do not put your name on your essay. Give your completed application to your

counselor. Scholarship contact people: Mr. Nick Mohr

Deadline: March 1

*JOHN AND MARY SEERY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (GICC FOUNDATION)

Award: 1 @ $200

Eligibility: graduating senior who plans on attending a four-year or two year college or technical school. Preference will

be given to candidates who have involvement in their school and community, and demonstrate financial need. Use GICC

Common Application form.

Deadline: March 1 (give completed application to counselor)

*KAUFMAN-CUMMINGS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (GICC FOUNDATION)

Award: 1- $4,000 ($500 per semester for 4 years)

Complete GICC common application form (on counselor website)

Contact: Richard Rabe

Deadline: March 1 (give completed application to counselor)

*US BANK SCHOLARSHIP (GICC FOUNDATION)

Award: 1 @ $500

Complete GICC common application form (on counselor website)

Guidance Contact: GICC Foundation Office

Deadline: March 1 (give completed application to counselor)

*VERN AND ESTHER TAYLOR CHARITABLE TRUST SCHOLARSHIP (GICC FOUNDATION)

The Taylors wish was to support the education of graduating seniors from Grand Island. They were especially interested

in seniors who wanted to further their education in the medical (health science) field.

Award: 1 @ $1,000

Eligibility: graduating senior interested in health science field

Complete the GICC common application form (essay must include future goals in the health science career field) and

return to counselor.

Deadline: March 1

*THE JERRY BINFIELD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (GICC FOUNDATION)

Jerry Binfield graduated from graduated from Colorado State University in 1960 with a degree in Agricultural

Engineering, later earning a Master’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering with an emphasis in groundwater hydraulics. He

worked as a structural design engineer in G.I. Mr. Binfield had a passion for learning and emphasized higher education,

especially mathematics and science. His wife and children, along with other extended family members graduated from

Central Catholic. He believed in the principles and values of Catholic education.

Award: $500

Eligibility: Any graduating senior who plans to attend a four-year or two-year college or technical school, with a major or

emphasis in mathematics, science or engineering related field. Preference will be given to students demonstrating

involvement in their school and community.

Student must complete the GICC common application form, including data sheet (resume), and personal statement

to include future goals. Scholarship details in the GICC scholarship files. Turn in completed application to the

Central Catholic counseling office.

Deadline: March 1

*DALE AND MARY LYONS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (GICC FOUNDATION)

Award: $200

Eligibility: any graduating senior planning to attend a four-year or two-year college or technical school. Preference will

be given to candidate who have involvement in school and community, and demonstrate financial need.

Complete the GICC common application form

Mail completed application to:

Dale and Mary Lyons Memorial Scholarship

5066 Fort Kearney Rd.

Grand Island, NE 68801

Deadline: March 1st

*HELEN JANKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP/JOYCE JANKY SEKUTERA SCHOLARSHIP (GICC

FOUNDATION)

Award: $500

Eligibility: ACT Score of 23 or better, applied to Accredited School of Nursing, first semester GPA of 3.0 or above.

To Apply: Compete GICC Common Application, provide resume and personal statement that reflects the desire to enter

the nursing profession.

This scholarship will be awarded after the candidates first semester of their freshman year.

Give completed application, resume and personal statement to School Counselor.

Deadline: March 1

*MAGGIE THOMPSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (Mail)

Award: up to $500

Qualifications: Applicants must have a disability and want to increase their independence through education or

employment. The award can be used to pay for higher education costs such as books or tuition. The successful applicant

can also use the award to pay for assistive devices or equipment.

Application process: Submit a letter of request. In the letter, outline how you will use the award to increase your

independence through education or employment. Be sure to state your disability. A phone number or email where you

can be reached during the day should be included as well. Questions: call Karla Schwieger-Arnold, Development Officer

at 308-384-7896

Send letter to:

Maggie Thompson Scholarship Committee

Attn: Joan Kinney

P.O. Box 1863

Grand Island, NE 68802-1863

Deadline: March 1

*HOME FEDERAL SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 1 @ $500

Eligibility: must be in top 15% of senior class; enroll in a four-year or community college; cannot be the son or daughter

of an employee of Home Federal Bank, nor any other G.I. financial institution; cannot be an employee of Home Federal

Bank; resident of Hall County for three years.

Applicant must complete and submit a GICC common application form to your counselor

This information will be given to students by the counselor who is academically eligible

Deadline: March 1

*CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Online)

Award: various

Eligibility: various-applications available Dec. 1 at www.cccneb.edu/financialaid

Students complete one form for all Central Community College scholarships

Deadline: March 1

*CORNERSTONE BANK SCHOLARSHIP

Award: $1,000 scholarship

Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior; Cornerstone Bank employees and their immediate family are ineligible.

To Apply: Students should complete the Cornerstone Bank application form which is available in the GICC

scholarship files and/or on the Counselor’s Website. Return completed application to your counselor.

Selection Procedure: Recipients will be chosen by the Cornerstone Bank selection committee. Interviews will be

conducted on several selected candidates to determine a winner.

Terms of Payment: One time unrestricted $1000.00 scholarship. Scholarship is payable in two increments of $500.00 at

the beginning of each semester the freshman year.

Send thank you and proof of enrollment to:

Darren Sanchez

Assistant Vice President/Assistant Manager

2550 Diers Avenue

Grand Island, NE 68803

Deadline: March 1

*VOIGT R. HODGSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (Mail)

Award: 1 @ $1,000

Eligibility: high school senior, minimum ACT score of 20, minimum GPA of 3.0, must include a 7-semester high school

transcript.

Students should complete the Voigt R. Hodgson Memorial Scholarship application found online at www.NAERA.net

Go to GICC scholarship files to pick up instructions.

Contact: Christi Stepanek at customerservice@jhathletic.com or call 308-382-6481

Mail completed application to:

Voigt R. Hodgson Memorial Scholarship

Attn: Christi Stepanek

P.O. Box 1077

324 East Capital Ave.

Grand Island, NE 68802

Deadline: March 1

*THE ENGEBRETSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (Online)

Award: 1-$5,000, one-year

Eligibility: 28 composite or higher on the ACT, 3.75 GPA or higher and/or top 5% of graduating class (other factors

considered will be strength of academic course schedule and/or academic improvement)

Leadership Potential: factors considered include teacher recommendation (see application), work experience (after school

jobs) extra-curricular activities, and community service.

Apply at www.engebretsonfoundation.org

Deadline: March 1

*GRAND ISLAND LIONS CLUB Award: 1 @ $500

Eligibility: 2.0 GPA, must attend a Nebraska college (four year or community college), consideration will be given to students with visual acuity deficiencies (but this is not required), must have attended GICC for a minimum of two years. One award will be given to a GICC graduating senior. Application instructions in GICC scholarship files. Complete a GICC Common Application (includes essay and

resume)

Deadline: March 1 (give completed application to your counselor)

*CENTRAL NEBRASKA SENIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION

Award: 1st-$1,000 (to one male and one female) should two candidates score very closely on the rating scale, a

runner-up scholarship of $500 will be awarded

Eligibility: complete the application in the GICC scholarship files. Follow all directions

Deadline: March 1

*MCCOOK COLLEGE FOUNDATION (Online) Over 40 Donor Specified Scholarship Programs are administered by the MCC Student Financial Aid Office, and the Foundation has also established 12 additional Board Designated Scholarship categories offering awards of varying amounts to full and/or part-time students. Please visit the website at mccookcollegefoundation.org to review these available Board Designated awards, application requirements, award guidelines, and deadline for submittal. Students should access and copy the application from the Foundation website, and complete and submit their application directly to the Foundation at the address provided. Deadline: March 1 *MID-PLAINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS (Online) www.mpcc.edu Deadline: March 1 *CENTRAL NEBRASKA LEGAL PROFESSIONALS SCHOLARSHIP (Mail)

The Central Nebraska Legal Professionals is a chapter of the statewide Nebraska Legal Professionals Association, both

established in 1997. The members share a common interest in promoting continuing professionals in the legal

secretarial/paralegal field. They offer a $250.00 scholarship annually.

Eligibility: Must be a senior graduate. Must be enrolling in legal support profession. Must have a 2.75 G.P.A.

To Apply: Complete the CNLP Scholarship Application in the GICC scholarship files

Show proof of enrollment in a paralegal or legal secretarial program at a Nebraska accredited college. Include a certified

copy of your transcript. Enclose a resume covering your education history, school and community activities, and your

work history for the last four years. Write a one-page personal statement stating why you wish to become a legal

secretary/paralegal. Application in the GICC scholarship files.

Mail your application materials to:

Teresa Hartwig

CNLP Scholarship Co-Chairperson

891 Stark St.

Archer, NE 68816

Any questions call (308) 382-3136 (Ext. 1307) or email thartwig@equitableonline.com

Terms of Payment: Proof of enrollment is required.

Deadline: March 1

*GRAND ISLAND AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 2 non-renewable @ $500

The Grand Island Area Chamber Of Commerce recognizes the importance of high grades and academic accomplishments.

However, we also recognize the importance of community involvement, personal development, participation in school

activities, good citizenship, and past employment as factors positively affecting successful careers and employment. The

Chamber will award two scholarships to individual students demonstrating a wide range of capabilities in these specific

areas.

Eligibility: must be in top 15% of senior class and must be a 2016 graduating senior from Grand Island Senior High,

Grand Island Northwest, Grand Island Central Catholic, or Heartland Lutheran. Scholarships will be awarded to students

who plan to attend a post-secondary institution (public or private) during the 2016-2017 academic year.

Submit completed application forms to your counselor

This information will be given to students by the counselor who are academically eligible

Deadline: March 1

*SALVATION ARMY 2015 D.J.’S HERO SCHOLARSHIP

Award: $10,000

This Scholarship recognizes Nebraska High School seniors who exemplify D.J.’s dedication of faith, selfless acts for

others and commitment to community. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the D.J.’s Hero Awards Luncheon on

Tuesday, May 10, 2016, at CenturyLink Center Omaha. All recipients are required to attend.

Nomination forms are available in the GICC scholarship files and can also be accessed online at

www.GiveSalvationArmy.org. Contact Patti at 402-898-5906 with any questions or concerns.

Deadline: March 2, 2016

*NEBRASKA 4-H FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS (Online) Award: several scholarships available with varying award amounts GO TO: www.ne4hfoundation.org/recognition to apply. More information is available online and in the GICC Scholarship files. Deadline: March 4, 2016 *CPI CARES SCHOLARSHIPS (Online) Customer Scholarship – applicant must be the dependent of a CPI patron that holds deferred equity and a share of common stock in Cooperative Producers, Inc. CPI will offer a minimum of two $1,000 scholarships per year. Employee Scholarship – applicant must be the dependent of a current full-time CPI employee. CPI will offer a minimum of $2,000 in scholarships per year. More scholarship information can be found online at: www.cpicoop.com. >About Us >CPI Cares Program. Deadline: March 4, 2016

*GRAND ISLAND CITY SINGERS (Mail)

Award: The Grand Island City Singers will award one $200 scholarship to a senior vocal music student who plans to go

on to college and either major or minor in vocal music.

Eligibility: Must be a senior student from the Grand Island area high schools.

To Apply: Complete the Grand Island City Singers application form. Include:

1. Participation in vocal music courses and activities during school career.

2. Personal Statement

a. That the applicant plans to attend college and either major or minor in vocal music

b. Why the applicant wishes to be considered to receive this scholarship.

c. Any other information that the applicant wishes to include in support of the application.

3. A transcript of the applicant’s high school record.

4. Two letters of recommendation, one which must be from the applicant’s high school music teacher.

5. Mail to Donna Merklin, Grand Island City Singers, Board President, 515 S. Locust, Grand Island, NE 68801

If you have any questions call Donna Merklin at 308-390-7467

Selection Procedure: The recipient will be chosen by Grand Island City Singers.

Terms of Payment: The college that the applicant will be attending shall receive from Grand Island City Singers a check

for $200 upon registration of the scholarship winner.

DEADLINE: March 5

*BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU FOUNDATION 2016 STUDENT INTEGRITY AWARD SCHOLARSHIP

(online)

Award: 2 @ $2,000

The Student of Integrity Award Scholarships were created to recognize and nurture future ethical business leaders. The

winners will be selected by a panel of independent judges representing the academic and business communities in

Lincoln. They consider each student’s character, leadership, academics and the content of their essays. The students who

are granted scholarships will be those who best demonstrate their commitment to honesty and accountability both inside

and outside the classroom. The award winners will be announced in April and recognized at Lincoln’s BBB Integrity

Awards Luncheon in August.

The application guide with full details and required forms can be downloaded at http://www.bbbinc.org. A link to them is

in the Integrity Awards section. For more information, please contact BBB’s Lincoln Branch Manager Teresa Stitcher

Fritz at 402-476-8822, 800-649-6814 #8600 or tstritcherfritz@bbbinc.org or BBB Communications Director Margo

Riekes at mriekes@bbbinc.org.

Deadline: March 11, 2016

*P.E.O. CHAPTER EZ SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 1 @ $500

Eligibility: rank in top 50% of class, must attend an accredited post-secondary institution, must demonstrate financial

need. Awarded to a female graduating from a Grand Island high school. Application is in GICC scholarship files. Please

give completed application to Mr. Finkey before the deadline.

Counselor will mail applications to:

Patti Wheeler

2602 Apache Rd

Grand Island, NE 68801

Deadline: March 11

*AURORA COOPERATIVE SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 10-$500 scholarship awarded per location, 5-$1,000 scholarships awarded nationwide

Guidelines: applicant must attend a public or private post-secondary institution in the ’14-’15 school year. The

scholarship award will be sent directly to the financial aid office of the institution upon verification of attendance.

Applicant must be majoring in an agriculture related field with final approval of qualifying major from the Scholarship

committee. Applicant’s parent/guardian must be an active patron of Aurora Cooperative. Children of Aurora Cooperative

employees or past recipients of the scholarship are not eligible. Application must include 2 letters of recommendation.

One from within schools (administrator, teacher, etc.) and one of personal choice (not a family member). Letters of

recommendation must contain information about leadership, character, initiative, and school/community involvement.

Scholarship decisions will be made by the Aurora Cooperative scholarship committee.

Completed application forms (which can be found in the GICC scholarship files) and letters of recommendation, along

with a student transcript should be submitted in one packet to:

Aurora Cooperative

Attn: Dawn Caldwell

PO Box 209

Aurora, NE 68818-0209

Deadline: March 13

*KOHL’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Awards: Store winners-$50 Kohl’s Gift Card, over 200 regional scholarship awards @ $1,000 each, 10 national

scholarships @ $10,000 each

Eligibility: must be between the ages of 6 and 18 and not yet a high school graduate as of March 15. Each student must be

nominated by someone aged 21 years or older. Parents may nominate their own children. Associates of Kohl’s

Department Stores, Inc. may not nominate their own children or minor dependents, but may nominate other children.

Nomination forms can be accessed at www.kohlscorporation.com beginning February 1, 2016.

Nominations should describe how the student has contributed to the community in a meaningful way by performing

volunteer services that helped non-family members. The volunteer activity must have occurred within the last 12 months.

Financial need or academic performance will not be considered in the review and selection of winners.

Application is online beginning February 1, 2016

Deadline: March 15, 2016

*NEWELL PTA SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 1 @ $500

Eligibility: Must have attended Newell Elementary School for at least four years, must be a senior at any Grand Island

high school, must have grades in good standing (GPA of 3.0 or above), must be entering a profession that will benefit

youth. Complete GICC Common Application. More instructions are in GICC scholarship files

Deadline: March 15 (Give to Mr. Finkey by Mar. 9th

)

*ALMQUIST, MALTZAHN, GALLOWAY & LUTH, PC (Mail)

Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway & Luth, P.C. of Grand Island will award a scholarship to one or more graduating seniors

from area high schools. Up to five scholarships of $250 each will be awarded.

Eligibility:

• Must be a member of the graduating class of Grand Island area high school.

• Must have a B+ GPA.

• Must plan to pursue a degree in business administration and major in accounting or related area.

• Must have a desire to be a Certified Public Accountant.

• Must plan to attend a Nebraska college.

To Apply: Complete the Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway & Luth, PC Application, which is available in the GICC

scholarship files.

• Mail application and personal resume directly to: *Or email application and personal resume to:

Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway, & Luth, PC Eileen McMillan, Business Manager

c/o Eileen McMillan emcmillan@gicpas.com

P.O. Box 1407

Grand Island, NE 68802

Deadline: March 15, 2016

*GILT Catherine Fosket Memorial Scholarship (Mail)

Award: 1 @ $500

For many years, the Grand Island Little Theater (GILT) has awarded a scholarship to a graduating senior from one of the

four area high schools. The GILT scholarship was officially named the Catherine Fosket Memorial Scholarship in honor

of one of the founding members of the theater. According to those who remember Catherine well, she gave of herself to

the theater; she truly loved the arts, and was a volunteer in the true sense of the work. Rarely appearing on stage,

Catherine preferred to work behind the scenes, as a director, on the stage crew, in the box office, with the props, whatever

needed to be done.

Eligibility: Has helped with a GILT show backstage or on stage. Or is planning to pursue a fine arts degree in college.

To Apply: Complete the Grand Island Little Theater/Catherine Fosket Memorial Scholarship application form in the

GICC files or from a GILT member. Mail your application to the address listed on the GILT Application form to:

Grand Island Little Theater

ATTN: Robyn Kenyon

3180 W. Highway 34

Grand Island, NE 68801

Terms of Payment: Proof of enrollment is required.

Deadline: March 15

*CENTRAL PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES SCHOLARSHIP (Mail)

The Central Platte Natural Resource District will provide 10 students with $1,000.00 scholarships. Any student

considering a natural resources or agricultural career should apply. Listed are some of the careers that would qualify:

Agriculture: Business Rep, Engineer, Inspector Agronomist Biologist Conservationist County Extension Director Fire

warden Environmental Educator or Planner Forester Geologist Geographic Information Specialist Hydrologist, Hydro

geologist Naturalist Park Conservationist, Preserve Manager Soil Conservationist/Engineer, Vocational Educator

Watershed Technologist, Wildlife Manager Eligibility:

1. Applicant must be a resident of the Central Platte Natural Resource District.

2. Applicant must be registered to attend an accredited post-secondary institution.

3. Applicant must complete items 1-6 on the application. If information does not apply, enter NA.

4. All applications, statements, and transcripts must be in the CPNRD office in Grand Island by the close of business on

March 15

To Apply: Complete the College Scholarship Application http://cpnrd.org/cpnrd-school-page/

Students can also get a copy of the application in the GICC scholarship files. Attach your transcript and a 400-600 word

statement as to why you are interested in this scholarship.

Selection Procedure: Applicants are ranked according to grade level and major. Higher college grade levels and natural

resource majors will receive the highest rankings.

Terms of Payment: 10 scholarships will be awarded each year at $1,000.00 per student, $500.00 each semester. Return

applicants and recipients are welcome to apply.

DEADLINE: All materials are due at the end of the business day on March 15

*ALPHA DELTA KAPPA-CHI CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP Alpha Delta Kappa offers a $500.00 scholarship to a girl who is planning on pursuing a career in education. Females at

Grand Island Senior High, Grand Island Northwest, Grand Island Central Catholic, Centura High School, Ravenna High

School, or Wood River High School are eligible to apply.

Eligibility: Must have an accumulated average of B.

Must be accepted to an accredited college or university.

To Apply: Submit the GICC common application

• Submit an essay of not less than 250 words and not more than 400 words explaining why a career in education has been

selected. Return your common application and your essay to your counselor

Terms of Payment

The scholarship will be paid directly to the college of the student’s choice.

Complete the application and essay and submit it to:

Lisa Geist

c/o Walnut Middle School

1600 N. Custer Ave.

Grand Island, NE 68803

All applications will be reviewed and selection will be made by May 20th. If you have any questions please email

egeist@gips.org.

Deadline: March 15

*CHUCK RENTER, THIRD CITY SERTOMA CLUB (Mail)

Award: Third City Sertoma Club of Grand Island offers a $500.00 scholarship to one student from one of the four high

schools in Grand Island.

Eligibility: Must be a member of the graduating class of the following high schools: Grand Island Senior High, Grand

Island Northwest, Heartland Lutheran or Central Catholic. Must have a desire to major in Speech-Language Pathology

and Audiology or Education.

To Apply:

Complete the GICC common application form.

Mail to:

Tracy Dietz

Apfel Funeral Home

1123 West 2nd Street

Grand Island, NE 68801

Deadline: Applications must be received by March 15

*Liederkranz/Catherine Fosket Children’s Theater Scholarship (Mail)

Awards: $500 annual scholarship

Catherine Fosket was a person who was active in theater for years, especially Grand Island Little Theater and the

Liederkranz. She is the person responsible for starting the Grand Island Childrenʼs Theater, which puts on a play every

first weekend of August. The proceeds from these plays go towards this scholarship.

Eligibility: Must be a deserving senior.

To Apply: Complete the Catherine Fosket/Liederkranz application in the GICC scholarship files

Include your high school transcript/record of attendance. Provide your ACT scores. Have three recommendation forms

completed. Provide a typed personal statement, in approximately 250 words, discussing one of the choices outlined on the

application.

Mail your complete application package to:

Liederkranz/Catherine Fosket Children’s Theatre

Scholarship Committee

Attn: Gloria Otradovsky

P.O. Box 325

Grand Island, NE 68802

Selection Procedure: The scholarship will be chosen by the Liederkranz scholarship selection committee.

Terms of Payment: The scholarship will be used at the college or university of the recipientʼs choice.

Deadline: March 15

*Jefferson Elementary PTO

Award: 1 @ $500

Application in GICC scholarship files

Mail completed application to:

Jefferson Elementary PTO Scholarship

C/O Amy Hanna

1314 W. 7th

St.

Grand Island, NE 68801

Contact Amy Hanna at 308-385-5922 or at ahanna@gips.org with any questions.

Deadline: March 15th

*Stolley Park PTA Scholarship

Award: 1 @ $500

Application instructions in GICC scholarship files

Mail or take to Stolley Park Elementary School by March 15th

Stolley Park Elementary School Attn: Mandy Westerby 1821 Barbara Ave. Grand Island, NE 68803 Deadline: March 15

*ALPHA DELTA KAPPA-EPSILON CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 2 @ $800 each

Alpha Delta Kappa is an international sorority of highly proficient women educators. Their mission is to promote

excellent in education, to increase worldwide understanding, to support outstanding women educators, and to participate

in altruistic projects. One of their goals is to encourage well-qualified young women to enter the teaching profession. In

this effort Alpha Delta Kappa Epsilon chapter will award two $800 scholarships to senior girls entering the field of

education.

Eligibility: Any Grand Island Area girl majoring in education may apply.

To Apply: Complete the Epsilon Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship Form, which is available in the GICC scholarship files.

Mail completed applications to:

Chris Wissing

Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship Chairman

2420 W. Anna Street

Grand Island, NE 68803

Selection Procedure: The applications will be reviewed by the Chapter Scholarship Selection Committee.

Notification of Scholarship Recipient: Students will receive a letter in early April to inform them of the results of the

selection process. The two scholarship recipients will be invited to a brunch meeting of Alpha Delta Kappa Epsilon

Chapter to meet our members

Deadline: March 18, 2016

*Engleman Elementary PTO Scholarship

Award: 1 @ $600

Application in GICC scholarship files-Common App

Mail completed application to:

Engleman Elementary School

PTO Scholarship Committee

1812 Mansfield Road

Grand Island, NE 68803

Deadline: March 18th

*HUSKER HARVEST DAYS SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 9 scholarships valued at $1,200 each

The scholarships are awarded to high school graduating seniors who are pursuing a program/career in

agriculture/agribusiness. All scholarships are academic in nature. Financial need may be a consideration in the selection

process, but will not be the determining factor. Three scholarships must be given to applicants from the counties of

Buffalo, Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick. The remaining six scholarships will be awarded statewide and may

include the previously names counties. The scholarships will pay $1,200 per school year with $600 paid for the first

semester or quarter upon proof of registration and $600 for the second semester or quarter upon proof of maintenance of a

2.5 grade point average during the first semester or quarter. Applications can be found in the GICC scholarship files.

Eligibility: Applicant must have a “B” average or above, must complete the designated scholarship form, the

scholarships MUST be used at any accredited university, 2-4 year college, or technical school in Nebraska and be enrolled

in a program relating to agriculture/agribusiness.

Return completed application to:

Husker Harvest Days Ag Scholarships

ATTN: Valerie Bren

Grand Island Chamber of Commerce

P.O. Box 1486

Grand Island, NE 68802

Deadline: March 26

*ST. MARY’S CATHEDRAL LIFE SCHOLARSHIP

Award: several @$250 each

Eligibility: registered members of St. Mary’s Cathedral, graduating in May 2016, demonstrate involvement in parish,

Family, school, and community. The winners will be determined on the basis of the applicant’s service and involvement

in four areas: 1) Parish 2) Family 3) School and 4) Community. Three (3) recommendations are needed. This is a “life

scholarship” and is available to all who meet the criteria, even if they are not going on to continuing education. The

application is in the scholarship files.

Electronic copies are available online at http://www.stmarysgi.com/scholarship

Scholarship applications can be dropped off or mailed to:

St. Mary’s Cathedral Scholarship

112 S. Cedar Street / PO Box 936

Grand Island, NE 68802-0936

Deadline: March 28, 2016

*GI AREA RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION (Mail)

The Grand Island Area Retired School Personnel Association will award three to five scholarships to graduates of Grand

Island area high schools. The value of each scholarship will be in the amount of $500.00.

Eligibility: Must pursue a degree in education.

To Apply: Complete the two page application form provided the by the Retired Teachers Association. The applications

forms are available in the GICC scholarship files

Mail application to:

Grand Island Area Retired School Personnel

Pete Peterson, Chairman Scholarship Committee

2416 North Hancock

Grand Island, NE 68803

Selection Procedure: Recipients will be chosen by the Grand Island Area Retired School Personnel Association.

Terms of Payment: The money provided by the scholarships will be paid directly to the colleges of the recipient’s

choice. You must provide the actual enrollment (class schedule) from the institution.

Deadline: March 30

*CONESTOGA MALL SCHOLARSHIP (to Conestoga Mall)

Award: To show appreciation and recognition of our area’s young people, Conestoga Mall is proud to award a $500.00

Community Service Scholarships. The scholarship is open to graduates from high schools in Central Nebraska.

Eligibility: Must be a graduating high school senior. Must maintain a high scholastic level while participating in activities

dedicated to improving the quality of life in their school or community. These activities can be self-initiated or lf school or

community origin such as music, drama, student government, scouting, volunteer work, etc....

To Apply: Complete the Conestoga Mall Scholarship form which is available at Conestoga Mall Customer Service

Center or online at www.shopconestogamall.com After March 1.

Submit two letters of recognition from both an educator and a community resident stating reasons applicant should be

considered. Submit high school transcript with overall GPA including first semester of your senior year.

Return your application to the Conestoga Mall Customer Service Center or the Mall Office BY THE DEADLINE.

(NO EXCEPTIONS)

Selection Procedure: The scholarship will honor the achievements of students who have helped to make their school and

community a better place by their participation in activities designed to achieve that goal. Decisions of the judges will be

final.

Terms of Payment: The payment of $500.00 will be deposited in the name of the winner to the accredited college,

university, or school he/she will be attending in the fall following graduation.

Due by the due date posted on the Conestoga Mall Application 9:00 p.m.

Deadline: March 31 (NO EXCEPTIONS)

*NEBRASKA LEGAL PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP (Mail)

Award: 1-$1,000 first place, 1-$500 second place

Eligibility: Nebraska high school or college student who wishes to further his/her education in law or the legal support

field at an institution of higher education who carries a cumulative 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). All applicants must be

enrolled full-time in paralegal, legal secretarial, criminal justice, or any law-related undergraduate program. A check for

$500 for the first place winner and a check for $250 for the second place winner will be issued to the institution each

semester after verifying the students are full-time and taking the required classes.

Application in the GICC scholarship files.

Mail your application materials to:

Lori Miller

Baylor, Evnen, Curtiss, Grimit & Witt, LLP

Wells Fargo Center

1248 O Street, Suite 600

Lincoln, NE 68508-1499

Any questions call (402) 475-1075

Deadline: March 31

*NEBRASKA ACTUARIES CLUB AND NEBRASKA INSURANCE FEDERATION SCHOLARSHIP

Award: 2 @ $4,000 and 2 @ $2,000

Eligibility: must attend UNL, UNK, or UNO for the $4,000 scholarship, graduate from a U.S. high school, must major in

Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics, with an interest in pursuing actuarial career, demonstrate

mathematical ability.

To learn more about actuarial career go to: www.BeAnActuary.com

Application is located at: www.n-a-c.org

Please mail the application to:

Coleman Naughton

Milliman, Inc.

1120 S. 101st St.

Suite 400

Omaha, NE 68124

OR email the application to: coleman.naughton@milliman.com

Deadline: March 31

*Dodge Elementary School P.T.O. Scholarship

Award: 2 @ $300

Eligibility: application in GICC scholarship files

Mail completed application to:

Dodge School Scholarship Fund

c/o Dodge Elementary School

641 South Oak Street

Grand Island, NE 68801

Deadline: March 31st

*THE NEBRASKA SOCIETY OF MAYFLOWER DESCENDANTS BURT & BECKY WHEDON MEMORIAL

SCHOLARSHIP (online)

Award: $500

At the Nebraska Society of Mayflower Descendant’s Spring Meeting on Sunday, April 24, 2016, the society will award a

$500 Nebraska Society of Mayflower Descendants Burt and Becky Whedon Memorial Scholarship to a high school senior

planning to attend an accredited 4-year college or university during the 2016-2016 academic year.

Scholarship applicants must be a resident of Nebraska and a U.S. citizen. Applicants will be evaluated by a written essay,

GPA and class rank, ACT or SAT scores, honors received, school or volunteer activities, employment, demonstrated

leadership and a letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor. Mayflower ancestry is NOT a

requirement. This year’s essay topic focuses on the Mayflower Compact. For complete requirements and to apply:

http://nebraskamayflower.org

Email questions to mwbeerman@cox.net

Submit application materials to:

Martin Beerman

Membership Chair

Nebraska Society of Mayflower Descendants

19509 Frances Circle

Omaha, NE 68130-2982

Deadline: March 31, 2016