GP M.A.D.E. Scholarship

Deadline to submit a Scholarship Application: Postmarked by February 15, 2020

Scholarships will be awarded by: April 1, 2020

Purpose

The GP M.A.D.E. Foundation, Inc. (the “Foundation”) started by Coach Gary Pinkel, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, established to provide financial assistance to young people facing difficult challenges. The Foundation Support Objectives are:

Support and research for youth facing lymphoma and leukemia cancers
Assisting youth with physical challenges
Aiding youth experiencing economic

Eligibility

To be eligible for a new scholarship, an individual must show

A financial need.
Possess the motivation to succeed
Be of good character.

The applicant must be under the age of 20, a Missouri resident, and a recent high school graduate or will graduate in 2020. The scholarship must be used in the state of Missouri for a higher education program, at a trade school or at a university.

Selection

Scholarship recipients – known as GP M.A.D.E. Scholars – are selected each year by the Scholarship Committee of the Foundation. Recipients will be chosen based on merit and need. All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their scholarship application.

Award Amounts

The GP M.A.D.E. Foundation Scholarship awards are determined by the amount the Scholarship Committee recommends is prudent to be awarded.

Application Package

Consideration will be given to candidates submitting complete application packages, which include:

A complete GPM.A.D.E. application form (copies are acceptable); and
Proof of United States citizenship.

Applications and attachments may be mailed (postmarked by the application deadline) or emailed (by the application deadline) to:

By Mail:
GP M.A.D.E. Foundation, Inc.
Attention: Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 665
Columbia, MO 65201OR
By Email:
foundation@gpmade.com

Interviews

The GP M.A.D.E. scholarship committee may require an interview with the applicant(s). If needed, applicant(s) will be notified by telephone, email, or letter regarding their interview date and time. All interviews shall be completed prior to the deadline of the award date for the application year.

Scholarship Awarding Procedure and Payments

The Foundation will notify the applicant of their award as soon after April 1st as possible. The check will be made payable to the school chosen by the applicant. The school selected must be located in Missouri. Any taxes that may be due are entirely the responsibility of the recipient Scholar. Please consult your tax adviser to determine your tax treatment.

The applicant must be under the age of 20 and a Missouri resident. The scholarship must be used in state of Missouri for a higher education program, at a trade school or at a university.

Change of Contact Information

If there is a change of name, address, telephone number, cell phone number or email address – the applicant and/or scholar must immediately notify the Foundation by email at foundation@gpmade.com.

Summary Report by Scholarship Recipient

The scholarship recipient is required to provide in writing a brief summary of the impact of their award, stating how the financial reward has made a difference in their life every day. This summary should be sent to the Foundation no later than December 31, 2020. This summary should be sent to:

E-mail: foundation@gpmade.com

Mailing Address: GP M.A.D.E. Foundation, Inc. Attention: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 665 Columbia, MO 65201
2020 GP M.A.D.E. Foundation Scholarship
Please include complete name and contact information.

Download PDF Application

Name
First Middle Last
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
Email
Cell Phone
Other Phone Number
I am a citizen of the United States
- Yes
- No
Is the applicant a minor?
- Yes
- No
Parent(s)/Guardian
Parent/Guardian Name*
First Last
Parent/Guardian Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
Parent/Guardian Cell Phone*
Parent/Guardian Email*
Relationship to Applicant*
Additional Materials
Supplemental Materials*
On a separate sheet of paper:

1. Please share your need based on one of the three GP M.A.D.E. Foundation objectives found on page #2.

2. Include a personal profile of introduction, goals, motivation and why you feel you should receive the scholarship.

3. You may submit other material, which you consider relevant.

Note: Please place your name on each sheet of paper.
Reference and/or Sponsor
1st Reference or Sponsor Name/Contact
First Last
1st Reference or Sponsor Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
1st Reference or Sponsor Cell Phone
1st Reference or Sponsor Email
2nd Reference or Sponsor Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
2nd Reference or Sponsor Name/Contact
First Last
2nd Reference or Sponsor Cell Phone
2nd Reference or Sponsor Email
Acknowledgement
Consent
I Consent
I hereby state that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Photo Release and Consent Form
I Consent
I hereby consent to the use of my photographic image and/or name by the GP M.A.D.E. Foundation, Inc. in any printed form or on any website or social media application of the Foundation. I further that the Foundation is free to select, crop, or otherwise alter any photographs or videos without prior consultation with me.

I understand that I am donating and assigning all copyrights or other intellectual property rights to such photographic images or videos, and that there will be no payment or compensation for the photographs, videos, or their use. In giving my consent, I agree that I shall not bring or file any complaints, claims, or causes of action of any kind against, and release, the GP M.A.D.E. Foundation, Inc. for any matter in connection with the use of my photographs, videos, and name.