Thursday, July 29, 2010

Scholarship Program - 2010

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THE 2010 SCHOLARSHIPS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE

UFCW Local 555 is proud to work with the Northwest Hope Foundation who offers this Scholarship Program to UFCW Local 555 members and their families.

The Northwest Hope Foundation raises money for the Scholarship Program as well as ongoing support for Leukemia research through the Annual UFCW Golf Tournament. Please support the 2010 Scholarship Program by participating in the UFCW Local 555 Golf Tournament on June 3, 2010.

This year we are pleased to announce that there will be up to a total of thirteen (13) scholarship awards of up to $2,000 each.  The scholarships must be used at; any accredited college or university, technical or vocational school, or junior community college for any course of study. The award is to help pay for tuition, fees, books, educational expenses and educational materials for the 2010-2011 academic year.

Rules and Requirements for Eligibility

Any member of UFCW Local 555 in good standing for at least one year prior to the application deadline of April 2, 2010 is eligible to apply, or sponsor their child, grandchild or spouse.

All applications that are complete will be judged by the Scholarship Committee. Only winners will be notified, and their pictures and essays published in the 555 Leader.

Required items to apply:  Scholarship application; an official high school and/or an official college grade transcript; three letters of recommendation; and a personal essay of up to 500 words. (please see the application form for complete list)

Download the Application