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TWENTY PEARLS FOUNDATION, INCORPORATED242570304165 Application Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2020 Application Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2020 2020 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONDear Applicant,Thank you for your interest in the Twenty Pearls Foundation Scholarships.The Twenty Pearls Foundation, Incorporated Scholarships are available to African-American female and male students who meet the minimum eligibility requirements and application deadlines to qualify. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a panel interview will be required for all finalists, which will be held at a to be determined date. Please note scholarship awards for recipients will be disbursed by Tuesday, September 8, 2020. Awards are made payable to the scholarship recipient and must be applied toward tuition, educational equipment, fees, or books. A student is eligible for all scholarships if he/she meets the following requirements: Is a high school senior who resides in the south suburbs, attends a south suburban high school, or participates in a Twenty Pearls Foundation programHas the required Grade Point Average (GPA)Demonstrates leadership, community involvement and serviceIs a current student at a community college looking to transfer to a 4-year college or university Will be a junior or senior at a 4-year college/university in the 2020-2021 school year who permanently resides in the south suburbs or attended a south suburban high school and is a member of a National Pan-Hellenic Council OrganizationSubmits the following documents:Completed application Official academic transcript Proof of acceptance to a 2 or 4-year accredited college or university, if available Two (2) letters of recommendationSchool Counselor, Teacher, or AdministratorChurch/Community Leader, Coach, or someone who can speak on the applicant’s leadership qualities Resume Essay For awards based on financial need, copies of the Student Aid Report from the applicant’s FAFSA Form are required (Social security numbers can be removed)Twenty Pearls Foundation, Incorporated ScholarshipsFinancial Need Awards (FAFSA required)ScholarshipGPAEligibilityAmountBetty George2.75/4.0African American Female Attending a 4-year College$1,000 Lambda Tau Omega 3.0/4.0African American Female or Male Attending a 4-year College$1,000 Stella Harden (Continuing)3.0/4.0African American Female Attending a 4-year College$1000Historically Black College and University (HBCU) AwardsScholarshipGPAEligibilityAmountLambda Tau Omega – Heritage Award3.0/4.0African American Female or Male Attending a 4-year HBCU$2,000 Shirley Phillips 3.0/4.0African American Female Attending a 4-year HBCU$2,000 Academic Honors AwardsScholarshipGPAEligibilityAmountLambda Tau Omega3.0/4.0African American Female or Male Attending a 4-year College$1,000 Twenty Pearls Foundation Award3.0/4.0African American Female or Male Who Participated in a TPF Funded Program$1,000 Other AwardsScholarshipGPAEligibilityAmountLambda Tau Omega Art Award2.5/4.0African American Female or Male Attending a 4-year College and majoring in Dance, Music, Theater or Art$1,000Aspiring Baccalaureate Award3.0/4.0African American Female or Male Who is Transferring from a Community College to a 4-year University$1,000 Undergraduate Scholar Award3.0/4.0African American Female or Male Who Attends a 4-year University and is a Member of a National Pan-Hellenic Organization$1,000TWENTY PEARLS FOUNDATION, INCORPORATED2020 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONAPPLICANT INFORMATION(You may type in the gray boxes and use tab to advance to the next box)Last Name: FORMTEXT ????? First Name: FORMTEXT ?????Middle Name: FORMTEXT ?????Gender: (Please check one) Female FORMCHECKBOX Male FORMCHECKBOX Home Address: FORMTEXT ?????City: FORMTEXT ?????State: FORMTEXT ?????Zip Code: FORMTEXT ?????Date of Birth: FORMTEXT ?????Email Address: FORMTEXT ?????Home Phone: FORMTEXT ????? Cell Phone: FORMTEXT ?????Parent/Guardian’s Name: FORMTEXT ?????Parent/Guardian’s Email: FORMTEXT ????? ACADEMIC INFORMATION Name of High School: City: FORMTEXT ????? State: FORMTEXT ????? Zip Code: FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? of FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX no GPA FORMCHECKBOX no Class RankCLASS RANK GPA (weighted) GPA (unweighted)College(s) you plan to attend: Top School Choice: FORMTEXT ?????City and State: FORMTEXT ????? Applied? Accepted? FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX No FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX NoTop School Choice: FORMTEXT ?????City and State: FORMTEXT ????? Applied? Accepted? FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX No FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX NoTop School Choice: FORMTEXT ?????City and State: FORMTEXT ????? Applied? Accepted? FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX No FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX NoAnticipated Major Field(s) of Study: FORMTEXT ?????Anticipated Minor Field of Study (if applicable): FORMTEXT ?????SCHOLARSHIP INTERESTPlease consider me for the following scholarship(s): CHECK ALL THAT APPLY BASED ON THE ABOVE DESCRIPTIONS. FINANCIAL NEED SCHOLARSHIP Betty George FORMCHECKBOX Lambda Tau Omega FORMCHECKBOX Stella Harden FORMCHECKBOX HBCU* Lambda Tau Omega Heritage FORMCHECKBOX Shirley Phillips FORMCHECKBOX ACADEMIC HONORS FORMCHECKBOX Lambda Tau Omega FORMCHECKBOX Twenty Pearls Foundation FORMCHECKBOX OTHER Lambda Tau Omega Art FORMCHECKBOX Aspiring Baccalaureate FORMCHECKBOX Undergraduate Scholar FORMCHECKBOX *Please note: If you are awarded an HBCU Scholarship and you do not attend an HBCU in the Fall of 2020-2021, you will forfeit your award. RESUME AND ESSAYPlease submit a typed resume including:Academic achievementsAwards and recognitionsExtra-curricular and school activities, including leadership positions Participation in community service programs, youth organizations, church, or any other pertinent information Please include a 500-word typed essay which includes the following:A description of your characterYour academic and collegiate goalsYour long-term career goals and future meaningful contributions to the African American communityWhy you believe you should receive the desired scholarship FORMCHECKBOX I have read and understand the above general information. The information I have submitted is true to the best of my knowledge. FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ?????(Electronic) Signature of Applicant DateTo be considered, your application packet must be completed and received by Friday, April 24, 2020. Paper applications must be mailed to:Twenty Pearls Foundation, IncorporatedScholarship CommitteeP.O. Box 1516Matteson, IL 60443Electronic applications must be received in the following manner ONLY:School Counselor must attach the application, resume, essay, official transcript, both letters of recommendation, acceptance letters, and Student Aid Report (if applicable) in separate attachments in ONE email. Please include the Student Name and School in the Subject line. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Scholarship Chairperson, Ms. Stephanie Adams, by email at tpfscholarships@.191787238426Before submitting, please check to make sure you have included:Your ApplicationYour Official TranscriptYour Student Aid Report (if applicable)Your Acceptance LettersYour ResumeYour Essay 2 Letters of Recommendation00Before submitting, please check to make sure you have included:Your ApplicationYour Official TranscriptYour Student Aid Report (if applicable)Your Acceptance LettersYour ResumeYour Essay 2 Letters of Recommendation ................
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