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Doc Keen Memorial Scholarship Fund

Southwest Florida Community Foundation

Doc Keen Memorial Scholarship is offered to a high school senior from Clewiston or LaBelle high school. The $750 fund is given to eligible applicants who has been an active member of 4-H or FFA for two consecutive years.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    The scholarship is open to high school seniors.
  • Financial Need:
    Not Required
  • School:
    The scholarship is provided to graduates of Clewiston or LaBelle high school.
  • Organization:
    Applicant must have been an active member of 4-H or FFA for 2 consecutive years.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    Write about your goals and plans for the future as well as achievements, setbacks, and skills. The essay explains to the reviewer who you are. The essay is a very important part of your application, and you should use the full space available, equivalent to two typed pages. Be sure to read the scholarship description and address items in the scholarship description.Include the following in your essay: Goals and plans for your future. College/University you plan to attend. Goals and plans for your future. Planned field of study and why you chose this field. Work experience. Volunteer experience. Extracurricular activities. Describe your character and skills that demonstrate your abilities. Academic performance if this is a merit-based scholarship.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Obtain Letters of Recommendation on official letterhead with signatures.
  • Other Materials:
    The applicants must submit their SAR report from the completion of your FAFSA and ACT and/or SAT Score report.

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