Scholarship

G.H. Lippelmann, Jr. Educational Trust #1 Scholarship

STATUS
Closed
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FOUNDATION
Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation
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COUNTY
Cheyenne
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USD
294
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APPLICATION DEADLINE
6/1/2025
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Applications are open year round
04/15/2025
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G.H. Lippelman, Jr. Educational Trust #1 Scholarship was established for the purpose of providing scholarships to graduating seniors from USD 294, Oberlin, KS with a "C" average wishing to further their education and have a financial need for assistance.

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‍GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS:
‍Students graduating from USD 294 Decatur County High School, Kansas

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CRITERIA:

  • Scholarships will be awarded to a student pursuing a post-secondary education at a community college or vocational / technical college.
    • In the event that there are no applicants planning to attend a two-year school, then the committee may consider applicants planning to attend a four-year college or university.
  • Students must have (and maintain) a minimum "C" average (2.0 GPA) and plan to enroll full-time (12 credit hours) at a post-secondary education institution.
  • Applicants who have been awarded other major scholarships will not be eligible to receive the G.H. Lippelman, Jr. Educational Trust #1 Scholarship.
    • Major scholarships include such awards as: Dane G. Hansen Scholarship, Hill Scholarship, Willcoxon Scholarship, and Townsend Scholarship. Final determination of eligibility will be made by the G.H. Lippelman, Jr. Scholarship Committee.


AMOUNT:
$350 per semester, up to 4 semesters total.

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RENEWALS:
‍This award is not renewable; however, former recipients may reapply at the end of their second year for an additional two-year scholarship if they are continuing at a four-year school as part of the overall applicant pool. Second award is not guaranteed.

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‍Applications due June 1st.

Contact us for more information

GNWKCF
105 W 4th Street
PO Box 593
Bird City, KS 67731
(785) 734-2406

info@gnwkcf.org

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Community foundations have a simple mission with many moving parts. We aim to answer the most common questions people have here.

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Can I send a physical application as opposed to an online one?

All applications must be completed online. Paper copies are not accepted.

How will I know if I'm eligable?

Applicants will be required to complete an eligibility quiz at first logon to determine which scholarships they are eligible to apply.

How to apply for a scholarship?

Click HERE to create an account or login to the scholarship application portal.

Click HERE to learn how to apply for a scholarship online.

Can I use my high school email address?

Do NOT use your high school email address.  The email address used in the application will be the primary contact method throughout college if you receive a scholarship award.  If needed, create a personal email account in gmail, yahoo, etc. for permanent personal use.

What are the requirements for references?

Verify that your references are willing to provide a POSITIVE reference for you prior to listing them as a reference.  You will need their email address to enter into the application.

How should I approach my answers?

Let your personality shine and be thorough in your answers.  Your responses are key to the award selection process.

What happens if my application is accepted?

Once you are awarded a scholarship, you must login to the scholarship portal to complete the required follow up steps. Before the first scholarship payment can be released, you must:

  1. Accept the scholarship agreement.
  2. Provide a copy of your upcoming course schedule.

What if my scholarship is for multiple semesters?

If your scholarship is for multiple semesters, at the end of each semester you will need to login to the scholarship portal to provide  your current cumulative GPA and upcoming course schedule before the next scholarship payment can be released.

What happens if I fail to meet the minimum scholarship criteria?

GNWKCF ensures each scholarship fund establishing documents are carefully followed. Students must meet the minimum scholarship criteria at the time of enrollment or the awarded scholarship will be forfeited.

What happens if I fail to complete the follow up steps?

Failure to complete the follow up steps may result in forfeit of your scholarship.

Click HERE for instructions on completing Follow Up Forms.

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