“How to Apply for Community Foundation Scholarships”
to be held in January

December 23, 2008: Applying for educational scholarships through The Community Foundation of Frederick County may seem like a daunting task, but it really isn’t with the ease of using the Community Foundation Universal Scholarship Application, available now through February 15.

So that students and their families can learn more about the application process, two convenient, one-hour Saturday programs will be offered in January.

The first program will be held at the C. Burr Artz Public Library’s Community Room, 110 East Patrick Street, Frederick, on Saturday, January 17, 11 a.m. to 12 noon. 

The second program will be held at the Thurmont Regional Library’s Community Room, 11 Water Street, Thurmont, on Saturday, January 24, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. 

“Students and their families are encouraged to attend these free sessions to learn about the changes to this year’s application and to ask specific questions about the application process,” says Gayle Sutch, the Community Foundation’s Director of Donor Services. “Seating is limited and pre-registration for either or both programs is suggested by calling the Community Foundation at 301.695.7660 or by emailing ds.assistant@cffredco.org.”

Frederick County Public Libraries does not promote or endorse the views or the program sponsors or presenters.

By completing one Community Foundation Universal Scholarship Application applicants will be considered for more than 100 available scholarships for the 2009-2010 academic year. All guidelines and eligibility requirements are listed on the application, which is due no later than 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2009. Applications with all necessary attachments received after the submission deadline will not be considered.

The Community Foundation of Frederick County is a recognized leader in scholarship funding to area students, made possible by generous donors who establish funds, or add to existing funds, with the Community Foundation. For the 2008-2009 academic year alone, the Community Foundation awarded more than $350,000 in scholarships to area students. Additional information about the Community Foundation is available by calling 301.695.7660.