Providence Scholarship 2025
Description
Baptist Homes Foundation is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Educational assistance is funded through charitable gifts to the Providence Scholarship Fund, administered by the Baptist Homes Foundation.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
In order to receive an academic scholarship, candidates must submit a completed application with supporting documents, preferably online at [link will go here when available]. If you wish to submit a paper version with supporting documentation, please deliver it to the Foundation Office at Providence Point. Applicants must show proof of acceptance to and/or enrollment in a recognized institution of higher education.
APPLICATIONS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR 2025 ARE DUE IN THE FOUNDATION OFFICE BY JUNE 30, 2025.
The staff of the Foundation consults with each applicant’s supervisors, Human Resources, the Executive Director and other management as necessary to determine that they meet eligibility requirements. Applicants who qualify are then passed on to the resident-led Scholarship Committee. The Scholarship Committee reviews applications and awards scholarships.
Funds are sent directly to educational institutions. If the award recipient is unable to complete classes during the term of the reward, they are responsible for returning the funds to the Foundation upon disenrollment. Should there be extenuating circumstances that inhibit completion of coursework, the recipient should contact the Foundation immediately to explore options to help the recipient realize their academic goals.
NOTE TO APPLICANTS
The Baptist Homes Foundation is here to help you. Please feel free to bring your application and materials to the Foundation office for a thorough review prior to submission. The Scholarship Committee will be reviewing your materials carefully. Here are some things they will be especially looking for:
Did the applicant follow all instructions?
Did the applicant submit the information requested?
Are all questions answered thoroughly, using good grammar and spelling?
Is the financial information complete? (This is especially important.)
Does the applicant make a compelling case based on need, merit and/or potential?
Does the applicant have a clear vision of their career path?
Are the reference letters informative?
To ensure your success, the Baptist Homes Foundation recognizes properly accredited institutions as defined by the US Department of Education, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. For a full list of schools, visit the Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs at https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home. Local schools we recognize include Carlow University, Carnegie Mellon University, Chatham University, Community College of Allegheny County, Duquesne University, La Roche College, Robert Morris University, University of Pittsburgh and others. The Foundation is pleased to assist you in confirming the school’s accreditation.
The generous donors that make scholarships possible are personally committed to your success in life, in school and in your career. Please take every opportunity to thank them and inform them of your progress.
Selection Process
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS—Employees of Baptist Senior Family
- All scholarship applicants must complete the application and include the required documents.
- Applicants must have been employed for at least six months and at least 300 hours.
- Employees must be in good standing, as determined by Human Resources, including attendance, performance, and behavior standards. There should be no written warnings within the previous six months.
- Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation including one from their immediate supervisor. Letters of recommendation must accompany the application.
- Applicants must include their most recent transcript.
