Cruising McMinnville Scholarship Application

This is the readable version of the Cruising McMinnville scholarship application. The official PDF is the one to fill in and return.

PO Box 593 McMinnville, OR 97128 · info@cruisingmcminnville.org · Non-profit tax ID #83-1251740

**The intent of this $2,000 scholarship is to promote and support the skilled trades in our area. Yamhill County high school seniors or graduates up to the age of 22 may apply for this scholarship if they are planning on attending a trade program in the upcoming school year.** This scholarship is intended to pay for student tuition, books & supplies and tool & equipment costs. Three scholarships will be awarded in the month of July. This scholarship is non-renewable and can only be awarded one time.

Scholarship eligibility criteria#

1. Applicant must be graduating from/a graduate from a Yamhill County, Oregon high school
2. Applicant must be attending a technical or vocational trade program (automotive, construction, welding, fabrication, electrical, plumbing, CNA, cosmetology, etc.)

Scholarship deadline#

1. Application, essay and letters of recommendation must be received by JUNE 15th.

Scholarship requirements#

1. Applicant must complete scholarship application
2. Applicant must submit a short personal essay explaining their background and how/why this scholarship will benefit them (500-1,000 word)
3. Applicant must submit two (2) letters of recommendation: a. One (1) personal reference (not a family member); b. One (1) professional reference (teacher, employer, coach)
4. Scan and email to: [info@cruisingmcminnville.com](mailto:info@cruisingmcminnville.com) OR
5. Mail to: PO Box 593 McMinnville, OR 97128

Award process#

1. Scholarship awardees will be notified by JULY 1st.
2. Scholarship funds will be disbursed directly to the trade program or equipment vendor of choice. a. Awardee will provide enrollment verification; b. Awardee will provide equipment vendor information as needed
3. Scholarship funds must be distributed within one (1) year of award date or funds will expire

Applicant information#

Student name: (blank)

Birth date: (blank)

High school: (blank)

Grad date: (blank)

Trade/skill you are pursuing: (blank)

Name of trade program/school: (blank)

Contact information#

Phone: (blank) ☐ cell ☐ home

Email: (blank)

Address: (blank)

Short answer questions#

Please attach additional pages if needed.

1. What sparked your interest in your trade (a class you took, someone you know in the field)? (blank)

2. What classes have you taken at the high school level that have focused on this trade? (blank)

3. Where do you see yourself after you complete your trade education? How will you use your skills? (blank)

4. Will you be using this scholarship for tuition, books, or tools and equipment? Please describe: (blank)

5. What are your hobbies and interests outside of your trade? (blank)

6. Is there anything else we should know about you? (blank)

Signature: (blank) Date: (blank)