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INTRODUCTION
The Kiwanis Cal-Nev-Ha Foundation was founded in 1965 to provide aid to Klamath, a town in Northern California that was devastated by floods. In response to the disaster, numerous Kiwanis clubs all across the CNH District joined together and compiled funds to assist in rebuilding. In 1980, Past Governor Kenneth C, Forror, M.D. established a scholarship fund for members of the CNH Service Leadership Programs. Now, the scholarship program has become a key part of the Foundation and continues to support active students who demonstrate exceptional leadership, service, and academic ability. The Kiwanis CNH Foundation awards about $75,000-$100,000 in scholarships each year.
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KIWANIS CAL-NEV-HA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
REQUIREMENTS ● Must be a senior/member of the graduating class of 2020 ● Planning to attend college/university or higher education ● Dues paid member and a member of CNH KIWIN’S for more than one year ● 2.5 minimum GPA ● Must submit Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) Student Aid Report ● You are able to save your progress with a link given at the bottom application. This is valid for 30 days at which you will have to retype all your information. OVERVIEW The CNH Foundation Scholarship Application is completely online. There are a total of five pages and it is highly encouraged to gather the necessary information before you apply. JUDGING The Foundation will appoint a committee of 6 or more adults who will select recipients based on their application. Applicants are graded as 60% for Service to Club, 20% for Service to School, and 20% for Service to Community.
DUE: JANUARY 24, 2020
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HOW TO APPLY
● Be sure to read the instructions and tips provided in the introduction of the application
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● The section for employment is directly under academics. It asks your place of work w/ how many hours per week. (e.g. Target, 15hrs/wk; YMCA, 20hrs/wk/summer)
● While your sponsoring Kiwanis Club is not required, it is recommended. ● The application will not let you move on without filling required boxes, afterward, you will be free to jump to any part of the application. ● Don’t be afraid to ask an adult advisor for clarification, you want to make sure this application is the best it can be!
● Make your descriptions of each project brief but descriptive! ● There is no obligation to fill out all 20 boxes but recommended ● Make sure to place the most result-driven events closer to the top of your list
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● If it is club service or if you attended an event such as DCM’s, it should be included here. ● Make sure to not duplicate ANY events, this results in a disqualification of that specific event. ● Be careful to put the activity in the correct category to insure maximum points.
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● Start with the most recent first to make it easier for the judges to understand. ● Omit the least relevant events that you chaired.
● This can be a club, divisional, or district honor. ● You can include school awards, community awards, or international awards based on KIWIN’S activity. ● Don’t feel discouraged if this section is not filled out what judges are looking for most is your service!
● Anything except KIWIN’S is allowed! (e.g. other clubs, athletic teams) Be sure to list the number of years participated. ● These activities count as 20% of your overall score.
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● Can include community service done through your church. ● These events count as 20% of your overall score.
NOTES
● Start on the application as soon as possible!! The deadline is January 24th so make sure you have enough time to complete it! ● Brainstorm ideas and make a list to have the necessary information beforehand ● Don’t stress, you got this! ● Link to the application: https://kiwaniscnhfoundation.formstack.com/forms/kckwscholarshipapp
CONTACTS Natalie Liu Kiwanis Family and Foundation Chair kiwins.dkfamilychair@gmail.com Leslie Quiroz Jade Lieutenant Governor kiwins.jadeltg@gmail.com Naomi Tanaka Emerald Lieutenant Governor kiwins.emeraldltg@gmail.com Kristin Sung GoldstoneDivision
Katrina Mai Emerald D ivision
Ethan Huang Jet Division
Sofia Pantoja Emerald Division
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