Greetings New York!
The Don Forsyth “Circle K” Scholarship Fund was established in 1995 in loving memory of Mr. Forsyth by his family in honor of his passion for Circle K. Mr. Forsyth believed in the goals of Circle K and worked diligently to expand membership of the organization. To him, his reward was to see fine, young Circle K members enhance society by giving of themselves - helping those who need help.
To honor Mr. Forsyth’s generous involvement in Circle K, the Don Forsyth “Circle K” Scholarship Fund makes scholarship award each year to provide recognition and financial assistance to individual members of Circle K clubs who have demonstrated exceptional community service. The recipients must be in good academic standing and entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year at a two-year or four-year college or university in New York State. Awards are based on eligibility criteria described in the application material. Financial need is not a factor in this award. The 2010 distribution for this award is $4,500.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. Applicant must demonstrate exceptional community service.
2. Applicant must be a member of a Circle K club at a college in New York State and be in good standing with the home club and district organization. Applicant’s name must be listed on their home club’s current Dues and Member Report Form.
3. Applicant must have full-time student status during the academic years preceding and during the year in which the scholarship is awarded.
4. Applicant must be enrolled in good standing with a two-year or four-year college or university in New York State.
5. The Don Forsyth “Circle K” Scholarship is for one year only and is not renewable.
Selection Process:
1. All scholarship applications must be completed in full and submitted to the Community Foundation (address below) by March 5, 2010.
2. Scholarship recipients and their colleges will be notified as soon as the selection committee has reviewed all applications.
Scholarship Fund Disbursement:
1. A total scholarship of $4,500 will be paid directly to the college or university the student attends. Award money will be deposited with the college to cover tuition and fees, books, instructional supplies, or living expenses.
In order to apply, please click the link below to download the application. Questions about applying for the Don Forsyth “Circle K” Scholarship should be directed to The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region at (518) 446-9638.
