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GSDBA FOUNDATION Scholarship Application
APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Complete application packet.

Application packets must contain the following.

· Completed application

· Transcripts

· Responses to essay questions

· Copy of letter of acceptance and/or proof of enrollment from an accredited college, university or vocational school.

· 2 letters of recommendation

· It is important that answers to all questions be clear and concise.

2. Submit completed application packet:

All applications must be postmarked by October 31, 2012.

If by Mail To:

GSDBA Charitable Foundation

1940 Fifth Avenue, Suite 300

San Diego, CA 92101

3. All applicants will receive a notification of receipt of application.

Questions regarding the application process may be directed to the GSDBA Charitable Foundation: 619-298-9699.

The Greater San Diego Charitable Foundation (“The Fund”) has established a Community Scholarship fund to further it’s mission of empowering and promoting LGBT businesses, professionals and supportive members of the community.

Each Year the Fund will attempt to award at least two educational scholarships of up to $2,000 each, to the most qualified candidates. GSDBA seeks diverse awardees from the applicants.

The scholarships are granted to self-identified LGBT students and persons who have shown support and knowledge of the LGBT community.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the GSDBA Scholarship Fund:

- Permanent resident of San Diego County.

- Have clear and purposeful educational goals.

- Have demonstrated sensitivity to and acceptance of the dignity and human rights of all individuals.

- A self-identified LGBT or supportive member of the community.

- Have demonstrated financial needs.

- Not a family member or relative of an existing GSDBA or Charitable Foundation Board Member or staff.

- Submit a complete application packet by the deadline.

- Comply with time frames set in this application.

Name *

Prefix

First *

Last *

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Address

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal / Zip Code

Country

Phone Number

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Email *

CURRENT COLLEGE/INSTITUTION

Name of School

Address

Street Address

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City

State / Province / Region

Postal / Zip Code

Country

Phone Number

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For what term have you been accepted/admitted?

Overall GPA:

What program of study are you pursuing?

When did you begin this program?

When do you anticipate completing this program?

NOTE: Please attach proof of acceptance or letter of enrollment & copy of transcript

Please type your answers to the following questions.

1. Describe your education/business/career goals.

Be specific about what you will study and how you will achieve your goals. *

2. How will you continue your education if you do not get a scholarship? *

Please list all high school and post secondary institutions you have attended. Include school name, address, years of attendance and course studies.

School Name

Years Attended

Major / Minor

Degree Attained

School Name

Years Attended

Major / Minor

Degree Attained

Other Certificates/Degrees and dates attained.

Please Check One of the Following:

Copy of Transcripts from my most recent school are attached.

Yes

Upload a File

Although I have enclosed my transcript, it may not necessarily reflect my abilities. Attached is a description of what I have studied and why I can succeed in the program I plan to pursue.

Yes

Upload a File

Briefly describe your community, school, and extra-curricular activities, including the names of the organization and the years you were involved.

School (Theatre, clubs, sports, student government, etc.)

Work Experience

Community (volunteer service, church, youth group, etc.)

Activism (political or initiative campaigns, activist groups, etc.)

Honors/Awards

Personal References

Please attach 1 letter of support from an individual who knows your efforts on behalf of the San Diego Community. *

Please attach 1 letter of reference from an individual who knows your capabilities for success in the program you plan to pursue. *

Tell Us About You

How do you plan to demonstrate support and commitment to the LGBT community of San Diego? *

What extraordinary barriers have you had to overcome and how did you overcome them? *

AGGREEMENT

I certify that the facts contained in this application for a scholarship with GSDBACF are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, I understand that any falsification, misrepresentation or deliberate omission of facts will be sufficient reason for disqualification. Additionally, I understand that GSDBACF will publicly release my name and photograph as it relates to the Community Scholarship Fund. I understand the final selection is at the sole discretion of the Greater San Diego Business Association Charitable Foundation.

AGREE *

I AGREE

Name *

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AGE

SEX

Ethnicity

Orientation

Do you have a gay or lesbian parent

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