2023 GSHNC Scholarship Application

Girl Scouts, Hornets' Nest Council
2024 Endowed Scholarship Application
Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council is pleased to provide scholarships to current high school seniors attending an institute of higher learning in Fall of 2024. Each application will be considered for all scholarships available. Please note, these scholarships are only available for girls who are registered members of Girl Scouts, Hornets' Nest Council. Girl Scouts from other councils should check with their home council and GSUSA to see what scholarships may be available.

Applications must be submitted by Friday, February 9th, 2024 and references must be received by Tuesday, February 13th, 2024. Late applications and references will not be accepted. In addition, you must upload your academic transcript to this application.

Your references will receive an email with a link to the recommendation form. It is your responsibility to ensure that all 3 of your references have submitted their recommendations by the deadline. You, as the applicant, will receive an email when each of your references has submitted a recommendation for you.

If chosen as a finalist, all applicants should be prepared to participate in a 10-15 minute interview with a small panel of representatives made up of Girl Scout and community volunteers, including a member of the GSHNC Board of Directors. These interviews will take place virtually on Wednesday April 10th, 2024. An interview is required to be selected as a recipient of any scholarship.

Timeline for Application Process

February 9th, 2024 – Application and academic transcript submission deadline
February 13th, 2024 – Recommendations submission deadline
March 15th, 2024– Finalists selected and all applicants notified of status
April 10th, 2024– Finalist interviews
April 17th, 2024– Scholarship recipients selected and all girls notified of status
June 2nd, 2024– Scholarship recipients recognized at GSHNC Awards Ceremony and Donor Scholarship Event (Time and Location TBD)

This application must be completed and submitted in one sitting. You may want to PRINT the application to gather needed information before beginning. To print, simply right-click anywhere on the page.

Applicant Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail*
example@example.com
High School*
Girl Scout Troop #*
Number of years I have been a registered Girl Scout: *
Number of years I have been registered as a Girl Scout with Girl Scouts, Hornets' Nest Council: *
Have you received your Girl Scout Gold Award? *
Are you currently in the process of completing your Gold Award*
Briefly describe where you are in the process of Gold Award approval (i.e. project approved by Gold Committee, in progress, finalizing/submitting for approval)*
Name of college you plan to attend or your top choices. Please note that scholarship awards are submitted directly to the college. If you are chosen as a recipient of any scholarship, you will be asked to furnish final details about admission. *
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone*

Area CodePhone Number

Which of the following best describes your racial or ethnic background? Choose all that apply.*

American Indian or Native AmericanAsian/Pacific IslanderBlack or African AmericanWhite or CaucasianI choose not to respond.Other
Are you of Hispanic or Latina orgin?*

YesNoI choose not to respond.

Are you currently a registered Girl Scout with Girl Scouts, Hornets' Nest Council?*

YesNo

Reference Information
Please provide the name and contact information of three adults who would be willing to submit a reference for you. One of your references should be your Girl Scout Troop Leader (if your Troop Leader is an immediate family member, please choose someone else who can speak to your Girl Scout experience.) If you have received your Girl Scout Gold Award, one of your references should be from someone on your project team.

Your application is not considered complete until all three of your references have submitted the reference form. References listed below will receive an automatic email with a link to the online submission form. Please ensure that you list emails correctly and that you check with your references to make sure they have received the link. Consider applying early to ensure your references have adequate time to complete the form and be sure to follow up with them well in advance of the February 13th, 2024 deadline.
Reference 1 Name

First NameLast Name
Reference 1 Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Relationship to You
Reference 1 Email
example@example.com
Reference 2 Name

First NameLast Name
Reference 2 Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Relationship to You
Reference 2 Email
example@example.com
Reference 3 Name

First NameLast Name
Reference 3 Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Relationship to You
Reference 3 Email
example@example.com

Tell Us About Yourself
List any activities you have participated in during high school which show leadership responsibilities (school clubs, athletic teams, faith-based organizations, honor societies, etc.) Please do not list membership in clubs/organizations with no leadership responsibilities.
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List any honors or awards you have earned during high school.
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List take action or community service projects you have had an active role in planning and implementing in the past two (2) years. Give a brief description of each.
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Please upload a copy of your academic transcript. *

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Describe your Girl Scout Gold Award project or another Girl Scout Take Action project if you have not earned your Gold Award. What lasting value will your project have in your community? *

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What was the biggest barrier you faced? How did you overcome this? *

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Briefly explain how you spent the last two summers. *

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How do you plan to stay involved in Girl Scouting after you graduate?*

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The Robert W. Maidt, Jr. Scholarship is awarded to a Girl Scout who has demonstrated financial need. If you would like to be considered for this scholarship, please describe how a scholarship would financially impact your ability to attend your selected institute of higher learning. You may also include information from your FAFSA to support your statement. *

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What do you think is the most important issue facing girls today?*

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Applicant Understanding and Acknowledgment
I have read the program information and feel I am able to participate in the events as described. By submitting this application I understand that, if chosen as a finalist and participant:
If chosen as a recipient of any Girl Scouts, Hornets' Nest Council Scholarship, I understand:*

I must be available for a 15 minute virtual interview on April 10th, 2024.I am a registered Girl Scout, graduating from high school, and planning to attend an institute of higher learning in fall 2024.I will believe and subscribe to the principles expressed in the Girl Scout Mission, Promise and Law and abide by the policies and standards of Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council and Girl Scouts of the United States of America.I will serve as an ambassador of Girl Scouts in the community and a role model and mentor to other young people.
Applicant and her parent/guardian are encouraged to carefully read the information contained in this application. By checking the above boxes and entering full names in the below spaces, applicant and her parent/guardian acknowledge their acceptance and understanding of the requirements and expectations of scholarship recipients.
Applicant*
Parent/Guardian*
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Applicant Information

Reference Information

Tell Us About Yourself

Applicant Understanding and Acknowledgment