January 2, 2018 -This scholarship is a one time award to a veteran with 180 days or more of active service. Allowable uses of the award may include undergraduate school expenses, graduate school expenses, tuition, room and board, books, and related expenses. Expense may be for any year of student enrollment. The funds will be paid directly to the recipient's educational institution. Scholarship award will be based on school/community activities, job history, academic merit and financial need.
Requirements: Applicants should apply online at www.molinefoundation.org. All scholarships must be submitted by midnight on Friday, March 16, 2018. All reference letters need to be mailed with a postmark on or before March 16, 2018. Reference letters should be mailed to: The Moline Foundation 1601 River Drive, Suite 210, Moline, Illinois 61265.
Scholarship Candidates Must:
- be a resident of one of seven counties served by The Moline Foundation including Rock Island, Henry, Mercer, Warren, Henderson and McDonough Counties in Illinois, and Scott County in Iowa.
- be continuing education post high-school and attend a college, university, or trade/technical school within The Moline Foundation's seven county area.
- plan to enroll full-time or part-time (6 hours or more of credit per semester).
- submit three letters of reference: two personal letters and one from a school faculty member, administrator, or counselor.
- submit an essay (200 words or less) on "What did you learn about your service in the military?"
- submit a DD2-14 military service record form.
- be a veteran with more than 180 days of active service.
Preference will be given to those students seeking a career in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), or trade/technical career.
All applications are online on The Moline Foundation website: www.molinefoundation.org or contact Linda Daily, ldaily@molinefoundation.org, or Jen von Kaenel, jvonkaenel@molinefoundation.org, or call (309) 736-3800 if you have further questions.
