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GUIDELINES FOR NEVADA WOMEN’S FUND (NWF) SCHOLARSHIPS

I. General Notes:
Application form must be filled out completely including signature. All scholarship applications require transcripts for proof of enrollment and to demonstrate eligibility. Applications are available the first week in December. Applications are available at the Nevada Women’s Fund office, the University of Nevada, Reno, University of Nevada Medical School and northern Nevada community college financial aid offices. Also, check www.nevadawomensfund.org to apply online.

II. Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the Nevada Women’s Fund?
The Nevada Women’s Fund is a community foundation dedicated to strengthening our community by empowering women to improve their lives and the lives of their families. We identify critical social needs and address those needs through educational initiatives and community grant making. Our vision is to be the compass guiding the community toward nationally recognized solutions that improve the lives of women and families. To achieve our mission, the NWF allocates scholarships to individual women and grants to organizations that share the NWF vision for a healthy community.

Who may apply for an NWF scholarship?
NWF scholarships are designated for northern Nevada women pursuing a course of study at a northern Nevada educational institution. Because of the availability of the Millennium Scholarship and other financial support for traditional college freshmen, applications from high school seniors are not encouraged. However, those high school seniors with extraordinary or challenging circumstances are invited to apply. If an eligible applicant wishes to pursue a course of study that is not offered at a northern Nevada (or Nevada) institution, the NWF will consider allocating a scholarship for pursuit of study at an out of region or out of state institution. The NWF allocations committee reserves the right to make these decisions on a case by case basis. Scholarships may be used for undergraduate, graduate studies or vocational study. The Nevada Women's Fund considers each qualified application equally and encourages diversity in the applicant pool.

How are the NWF scholarship amounts determined?
The NWF allocates both restricted and endowed scholarships. The restricted scholarship amounts are determined by the amount of the scholarship gift given to the NWF by the scholarship donor. Annual endowed scholarship amounts are determined by the NWF investment policy and may vary from year to year. Generally, NWF scholarships are a minimum of $500. If a scholarship exceeds $ 2,000, the scholarship will be split into two allocations – one to be distributed in August and the second in January. Please note: if a scholarship check is not picked up in a timely manner (as identified in the scholarship notification letter) the NWF reserves the right to re-allocate that scholarship to another eligible applicant.

How are scholarship applications reviewed?
NWF scholarship applications are reviewed by the NWF allocations committee, which is made up of NWF Board and community members. Each allocations committee member reads each application and rates the applications based on the eligibility requirements. Please note: individuals with a blood or marriage relationship to NWF board members, allocations committee members or NWF staff are ineligible for NWF scholarships.

How can I thank my scholarship donor?
The NWF will ask successful applicants to write a personal letter of thanks to each scholarship donor which is indicated in the scholarship notification letter. In addition the NWF has an expectation that successful applicants will attend the annual NWF scholarship reception to personally thank the scholarship donor(s). Also, scholarship recipients are asked to participate as volunteers for NWF as needed and based upon availability.

While we will accept applications by mail or hand delivery, it is preferred that applications be submitted online. Nevada Women’s Fund 770 Smithridge Dr., Suite #300 Reno, NV 89502 NWF is located in the Smithridge Business Center, just north of Smithridge Plaza shopping area on McCarran Blvd. Note: please call the office at 786-2335 prior to delivery of an application to ensure that a staff member is available. Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Application check list:

Did you remember to: Complete and sign the application form? Include a copy of the required transcript(s)? Include a signed and dated purpose statement? New and/or immediate post-high school applicants: include reference letters?

Also: Please print clearly. Please do not use staples.

Questions? Please contact the NWF office at 786-2335

NEVADA WOMEN'S FUND SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

MUST BE RECEIVED BY NWF OFFICE BY FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2010

DO NOT HIT ENTER UNTIL THE APPLICATION IS COMPLETELY FILLED IN

Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Cell Phone:
Social Security # :
Age:
Email Address:
Nevada Resident:	YesNo
If 'Yes', then how long:
If 'No', What is your Hometown:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

(Please note: this information will be used for internal purposes only and will not be attached to any specific applicant in NWF reporting documents.)

Martial Status:

Single

Married

Widowed

Divorced

Partners Name:
Partners Occupation:
Number of Dependents:
Ages (Seperate with Comma):
Race or Ethnic Background:

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM FOR WHICH SCHOLARSHIP IS REQUESTED

Are you a...

First time Applicant

Renewing Applicant

Renewing applicants please indicate most recent year NWF scholarship received:
Proposed field of study:
School you will/plan to attend:
Address of School:

Will you attend:

Part Time

Full Time

Date course or term is scheduled to begin (mm/dd/yyyy):
When do you expect to complete this course of study (mm/dd/yyyy):
Anticipated degree or certificate:

Presently enrolled:

Yes

Accepted for enrollment:

Yes

Fall 2010 Enrollment:

12+ credits

9 to 11 Credits

6 to 8 Credits

If enrolled in a four-year education program, what is your status (freshman, sophomore,junior, or senior?):
Educational Background: Please list the most recent school and/or training course attended, dates, field of study and degree received or current status:

*Renewing applicants may proceed to Purpose Statement. New applicants please continue.

INCOME / EXPENSES

(Please provide annual financial information based on the most recent calendar year, Jan. – Dec.)
(Please note that the Nevada Women’s Fund may require additional financial clarification by asking for your most current federal income tax return.)

Income Source	$ Amount	Expenses	$ Amount
Job Earnings(self)		Tuition &Fees
Job Earnings(spouse)		Books &Supplies
Savings		Housing
Financial Aid (grants/loans)		Utilities
Scholarships		Food
Child Support		Transportation
Relatives		Day Care
Other Income (Unemployment, social security, etc.)		Other Expenses
Total		Total

FINANCIAL NEED ASSESSMENT:
Please provide the following information in order for the allocations committee to evaluate and assess your financial status. Attach additional page(s).

(1) Please describe your housing arrangements and how much you pay on a monthly basis. Please be specific.

Whether you are living with parents, spouse or sharing accommodations with relatives or friends. Whether you responsible for some amount of housing and food, split costs or are responsible for all costs. How much are your housing costs on a monthly basis?

(2) Please describe the extent to which you may be responsible for a dependent. Include custody responsibilities, shared expenses, day care, etc.

(3) Please describe your work situation and the extent to which that will or will not change based on your class load. For example, you work full–time and will continue to work full–time. Or, you work part-time and because of class requirements will work as a full-time resident / intern and will no longer have a paid job.

(4) Please indicate any unusual expenses or other pertinent information that would be helpful.

List other sources you have applied to for educational assistance and amounts requested and received (including government assistance and Millennium Scholarship).

Aditional Documents:

Scholarship Received	Amount / Year	Scholarship Applied For	Amount

WORK EXPERIENCE

List your work experience for the last three years in chronological order.

Employer	Position	Dates of Employment	Hours per Week(FT, PT)

PURPOSE STATEMENT (New and Renewing applicants):

Include a typed statement (150-200 words). The statement should:

Describe why you want to further your education and three personal attributes you think will help you as you pursue your advanced degree. Include a discussion about your long-term career and personal goals.

Comment on an accomplishment(s) of which you are proud and/or activities with which are involved that have been of value to you.

Reflect upon any challenges or life experienced you have faced and how you have responded to them.

REFERENCES: New applicants please supply NWF with three signed and dated reference evaluation letters, at least one from a teacher or academic advisor and one from a work or volunteer supervisor.Letters must be printed on organizational or institutional stationary. Please provided contact information for references.

*RENEWING APPLICANTS:
Please include a 150 – 200 word purpose statement update which may include any changes to your educational goals and/or any challenges or changes to your personal situation that have impacted your progress:

Transcript #1 upload:
Transcript #2 upload:
Reference letter #1 upload:
Reference letter #2 upload:
Reference letter #3 upload:

I certify that to the best of my knowledge the information contained in this application is true and correct and that the NWF has my permission to use un-attributed quotes about my experiences in marketing materials.

Signed:

Date

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