Scholarship Application Process

To apply for a scholarship from one of the scholarship funds held at the Foundation, applicants must:

• Review each scholarship eligibility criteria, as they are all different;
• Complete the Foundation Scholarship Application
  
• Place a check in the box next to each scholarship you are interested in applying for (you must meet the eligibility criteria);
• Submit the completed application packet along with:
• School transcripts of grades
• 2 recommendations from school counselor, coach, employer or teacher
• If the scholarship is based on financial need, IRS tax forms from 2012 must be included.

Application and required attachments can be mailed to:

The Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty
Attn: Scholarships
5641 Union Centre Drive
West Chester, OH 45069

Click here for The Community Foundation's 2013 Scholarship Application. Call the Foundation's office for more details.

Scholarship applications are reviewed by the Foundation’s Education and Scholarship Committee and/or specific committees established on behalf of the scholarship. All information provided within the application will be held in strictest confidence. During the review process, committee members may need to contact the applicant, parent/guardian or school administrator for additional information.

All applicants will be notified in writing whether or not they receive an award. If applicable, awards will be presented at an end of year school celebration. Checks are made payable to the schools financial aid office and will be sent directly to the school.

Please contact Melissa Benedict, at 874-5450 with any questions.