REACH SCHOLARSHIP

SC Hispanic Leadership Council announces $4,000
in scholarships for rising Hispanic college freshmen

The South Carolina Hispanic Leadership Council is proud to announce the REACH Youth Scholarship opportunities. These scholarships are made possible through a collaboration with State Farm Insurance and its Good Neighborhood Program. "We are committed to empower the next generation of Hispanic leaders in South Carolina" said Ivan Segura, President of the SC Hispanic Leadership Council. "Our vision is to give the Hispanic population an equal opportunity for success so they can become educated and empowered with the tools to achieve and reach their goals in life"

Eight (8) five hundred dollar scholarships are available to South Carolina Hispanic students who will be freshmen in an accredited College or University for the school year 2008-2009. The recipients will be selected by the SC Hispanic Leadership Council's Board based on the following criteria: Character and personality, superior school scholarship and seriousness of purpose, superior citizenship and leadership, financial need, concerning ability, character and promise of contribution to the Hispanic community. Scholarship will be awarded based on need, academic and extra curricular achievement, communication skills, and completion of application.

The scholarships will be paid directly to the student and presented at the SC Hispanic Leadership Council annual Hispanic Heritage Month luncheon to be held in the month of September 2008.

Applications are available through school guidance counselors or at the SC Hispanic Leadership Council website (www.schlc.org). Applicants must complete application form in its entirety and return it to the South Carolina Hispanic Leadership Council. Application must be received by 4:30 PM (EST) May 15, 2008 at SC Hispanic Leadership Council, PO BOX 7013 Columbia SC 29202.

The South Carolina Hispanic Leadership Council (SCHLC) is a statewide, not-for-profit organization established by a group of leaders in the Hispanic community to inform, advocate for, and educate both the Hispanic community and the population at large on issues affecting Hispanics.

State Farm and State Farm Companies Foundation commit resources to helping raise the levels of achievement of our nation's teachers and students, to making our homes and highways safe, and to building strong communities.

For questions or to obtain a copy of the application, contact Ivan Segura at 803-606-1164 or at presidentschlc@gmail.com

APPLICATION

I. Eligibility:

A. Applicant must be Hispanic, resident of South Carolina and a rising freshman at a public or private college or university.

B. Applicant must complete application form in its entirety and return it to the South Carolina Hispanic Leadership Council. Application must be received by 4:30 PM (EST) May 15, 2008 at SC Hispanic Leadership Council, PO BOX 7013 Columbia SC 29202.

C. Applicant must attach a recent photograph and a grade transcript to the application. (GED scores may take the place of a high school transcript).

II. Award:

A. Eight (8) Five Hundred Dollar Scholarships are available to South Carolina Hispanic students who will be freshmen in an accredited College or University for the school year 2008-2009.

B. The Recipients will be selected by the SC Hispanic Leadership Council board based on the following criteria: Character and personality, superior school scholarship and seriousness of purpose, superior citizenship and leadership, financial need, concerning ability, character and promise of contribution to the Hispanic community.

C. The scholarships will be presented to the student at the SC Hispanic Leadership Council annual Hispanic Heritage Month luncheon held in the month of September 2008.

D. Scholarship will be awarded based on need, academic and extra curricular achievement, communication skills, and completion of application.

E. Scholarship will be paid directly to the student. Student must submit college/university registration or college identification at time of scholarship distribution.

F. The SC Hispanic Leadership Council Scholarship is made possible thanks to a donation by State Farm Insurance.

For any questions regarding this application, contact Ivan Segura at 803-606-1164.

YOU MAY COPY THIS FORM BELOW AND MAIL IT IN TO:

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Name: _______________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________
(PO Box or Street) (City, State, Zip)
County: ____________________________

Phone Number: (___ ___ ___) ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___
(Area Code)

Social Security Number: ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___ (optional)

Name of Parent(s) or Guardian(s): __________________________________________________

Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________
(If different from above)

ACTIVITIES: List all academic, athletic, and extra curricular clubs or teams you have participated in during your high school career.
______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

List all school related achievements and recognitions you have received during your high school career.
______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
Please list all volunteer and civic related activities (not associated with your school) in which you have participated.

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION

What South Carolina educational institution do you plan to attend? ________________________

What will be your enrollment status? (Check one) ____Full time ____Part time

What do you plan will be your course of study and degree? ______________________________

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

What income range represents your parent(s) or guardian(s) combined income for 2005? (Check one)

_____$0 - $24,999 _____$25,000 - $39,999 _____$40,000 - $74,999 _____$75,000+

_____ Number of children (including yourself) currently being supported by your parent(s) or guardian(s).

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

On a separate sheet, please a one (1) page essay based on the topic: “How have you used your life and school experiences to prepare yourself to be a leader in the SC Latino community, and how will you use your college education to continue to contribute?”

AUTHORIZATION:

By my signature I authorize the SCHLC to verify the submitted information with my guidance counselor.
Applicant's Signature:________________________________________________

Print Name:______________________________ Daytime Telephone: (____)_________

E. Return completed application, photo, transcript and essay by May 15 , 2008 to:

[Applications received after the deadline stated above will be discarded. Information provided on this application can or may be verified. Submission of false information might be basis to disqualification.]