Alabaster Legacy Scholarships Bible College Scholarship

Scholarship Deadline May 1, 2018

Women in Leadership

Alabaster Legacy Scholarships

Bible College ScholarshipThe intent of this award is to empower women by providing funds for continued ministerial education. The goal of Women in

Leadership is to enhance the capabilities and enlarge the perspective of women ministers while increasing their opportunity for

further training. Three awards of $2,000 will be granted each year, based on available funds.

The deadline for this application is May 1.

NOTE: There is maximum lifetime award of up to $2,500.

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1. READ THE REQUIREMENTS

> Applicants must be female

> Women 30 and under

> Applicant must be a U.S. citizen (must provide proof )

> Applicant must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA from high school (college if applicable)

> Applicant must be an active member of a Foursquare church

> Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student to a U.S. four year accredited Foursquare Bible College with the intent of entering vocational ministry

> The amount of tuition needed (less other scholarship or grants received) must be equal to or greater than the value of the award

2. APPLICATION

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please use only black and blue ink and print clearly.

> General Information (Part I-V)

> Essay (Part VI)

> Transcripts (Part VII)

> Recommendations (Part VIII)

3. CHECKLISTPlease submit one complete package by May 1 that includes the 8 items listed below:

General Information Official High School Transcript

Proof of College Enrollment Official College Transcript (if applicable)

Essay

Proof of Citizenship (U.S. passport or birth certificate)

Recommendations should be returned to applicant in a sealed and signed envelope.

Pastoral Recommendation Personal Recommendation Academic Recommendation

4. SEND IN COMPLETE APPLICATIONCompleted applications and recommendations should be postmarked or faxed in by May 1 to:

Yadira Jameson

1910 W. Sunset Blvd., Suite 700 Los Angeles, CA 90026

E) yjameson@foursquare.orgP) 213.989.4528F) 213.989.4554

Complete your application in 4 steps:

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Part I PERSONAL PROFILE

Name (Last / First / Middle)

Street Address City State/Zip

Date of Birth (Month / Day / Year) E-mail Address Home Phone # Cell Phone #

Part II EDUCATIONAL PROFILE

1. Please list the previous schools you have attended and/or your current school or college.

Name of School City / State

Name of School City / State

Name of School City / State

2. What was your high school GPA? (minimum 3.0)

3. What was your college or university GPA (if applicable)? (minimum 3.0)

4. Name and city/state of the accredited Foursquare Bible College to which are you applying:

Name of School City/State

5. Will you be enrolled full-time in this program? Yes No

6. Will the completion of this program ready you for further education? Yes No Intended graduation date____________

If yes, what are your future educational plans?

7. How will this program and your future educational plans prepare you for vocational ministry?

8. What special awards and/or honors have you received in your educational career?

General Information

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PART III FINANCIAL PROFILE

1. Are you currently employed? Yes No If yes: Part-time Full-time

Employer/Postition: /

2. List any scholarships, grants, or financial aid you have applied for and/or will be receiving, along with award amounts:

3. What is the expected yearly tuition of the program you plan to enter?

4. If you live with your parents, list their yearly household income (including a pastor’s housing allowance if applicable):

Number of dependents in household:

5. If you live independently, list your yearly household income:

PART IV CHURCH AFFILIATION AND INVOLVEMENT

1. Are you an active member of a Foursquare church? Yes No

If yes, how long?

Name of Church City / State

2. Have you accepted Christ as your personal savior? Yes No

If yes, please write a brief statement describing your conversion experience:

3. Of the available ministries your church offers, which has impacted you the most and why?

4. In what areas of ministry have you participated as a member? As a leader?

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PART V SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE

1. In what extracurricular school activities have you participated in, if any?

2. Have you participated in any service, community organizations, outreaches etc.? If so, please list the name of the organization, how many hours you served, the length of your commitment, and the nature of your service.

PART VI REQUIRED ESSAY

Please prepare, on a separate sheet of paper, a typed essay of 500+ words answering the following questions: What is the focus and direction of your life? How will your educational plans and this program help you achieve the full potential of this focus?

PART VII REQUIRED TRANSCRIPTS

> Official transcripts from high school

> Official transcripts from college (if applicable)

PART VIII REQUIRED RECOMMENDATIONS

Recommendations should be returned to applicant in a sealed and signed envelope. Incomplete applications will not be considered. (See following pages for Recommendation Forms)

> Pastoral Recommendation Form from current senior pastor or staff pastor

> Personal Recommendation Form from someone who has served with you in ministry

> Academic Recommendation Form from a school teacher or counselor

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PART I To be completed by the applicant

Please print or type the information requested below.

Name (Last / First / Middle)

Street Address City State/Zip

Phone Number Email

TO THE APPLICANT: I understand that this completed recommendation will be used only for admission purposes, and according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. I agree to waive access to this statement: Yes No

Applicant’s Signature Date

PART II To be completed by a pastor, youth director or ministerial overseer who is not a relative. (Applicant’s deadline is May 1.)

1. Write a summary:

The above applicant is applying for a scholarship from Women in Leadership. The Scholarship Committee appreciates your evaluation of this scholarship applicant. Please write or type a summary appraisal of the applicant (no more than one page) and attach it to this form. We welcome any comments that may help us differentiate this applicant from others (please limit to one page). Include the applicant’s strong points, such as outstanding abilities or spiritual qualities, leadership positions held or significant roles the applicant has played. This evaluation will be treated confidentially and you may be contacted for verification of authenticity.

2. Answer questions:

How long have you known the applicant?

How well do you know the applicant? Very well Well Casually

To the best of your knowledge has the applicant made a personal commitment to Jesus? Yes No Unknown

3. Check one:

I highly recommend the applicant I recommend the applicant with reservation I do not recommend the applicant

Name Signature Date

If necessary, may we contact you for more information? Yes No

Phone E-mail

4. Return recommendation to applicant in a sealed and signed envelope.

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PART I To be completed by the applicant

Please print or type the information requested below.

Name (Last / First / Middle)

Street Address City State/Zip

Phone Number Email

TO THE APPLICANT: I understand that this completed recommendation will be used only for admission purposes, and according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

I agree to waive access to this statement: Yes No

Applicant’s Signature Date

PART II To be completed by a close friend who is not a relative. (Applicant’s deadline is May 1.)

1. Write a summary:

The above applicant is applying for a scholarship from Women in Leadership. The Scholarship Committee appreciates your evaluation of her. Please write or type a summary appraisal of the applicant (no more than one page) and attach it to this form. We welcome any comments that may help us differentiate this applicant from others. This evaluation will be treated confidentially and you may be contacted for verification of authenticity.

2. Answer questions:

How long have you known the applicant?

How well do you know the applicant? Very well Well Casually

To the best of your knowledge has the applicant made a personal commitment to Jesus? Yes No Unknown

3. Check one:

I highly recommend the applicant I recommend the applicant with reservation I do not recommend the applicant

Name Signature Date

If necessary, may we contact you for more information? Yes No

Phone E-mail

4. Return recommendation to applicant in a sealed and signed envelope.

Women in Leadership Ministries | 1910 W. Sunset Blvd. Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA 90026

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PART I To be completed by the applicant

Please print or type the information requested below.

Name (Last / First / Middle)

Street Address City State/Zip

Phone Number Email

TO THE APPLICANT: I understand that this completed recommendation will be used only for admission purposes, and according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

I agree to waive access to this statement: Yes No

Applicant’s Signature Date

PART II To be completed by a teacher or counselor. (Applicant’s deadline is May 1.)

1. Write a summary:

The above applicant is applying for a scholarship from Women in Leadership. The Scholarship Committee appreciates your evaluation of her. Please write or type a summary appraisal of the applicant (no more than one page) and attach it to this form. We welcome any comments that may help us differentiate this applicant from others. This evaluation will be treated confidentially and you may be contacted for verification of authenticity.

2. Answer questions:

How long have you known the applicant?

How well do you know the applicant? Very well Well Casually

To the best of your knowledge has the applicant made a personal commitment to Jesus? Yes No Unknown

3. Check one:

I highly recommend the applicant I recommend the applicant with reservation I do not recommend the applicant

Name Signature Date

If necessary, may we contact you for more information? Yes No

Phone E-mail

4. Return recommendation to applicant in a sealed and signed envelope.

Women in Leadership Ministries | 1910 W. Sunset Blvd. Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA 90026