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Dr. Franklin Jelsma "To See Through Love" Scholarships

KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND CHARITABLE

Funding Amount

$500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Dr. Franklin Jelsma "To See Through Love" Scholarships

Funder: Kentucky School for the Blind Charitable Foundation

Award Amount: $500 per recipient

Number of Awards: Two scholarships awarded each year

Eligibility: Graduating seniors from the Kentucky School for the Blind only

Selection Criteria: Recipients are chosen by faculty for:
1. Outstanding Academic Achievement (one award)
2. Outstanding Achievement in Community Service, Work Ethic, and Respect for Others (one award)

Recognition: Each recipient receives:

  • A plaque in recognition of their accomplishments

  • A $500 monetary award
  • Background: The award is in honor of Dr. Franklin Jelsma, a well-respected pioneer and mentor in the field of neurosurgery, who believed that by caring about others and working hard, one can make the world a better place.

    Contact Information:

  • Address: 214 Haldeman Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206

  • Phone: (502) 897-3990

  • Fax: (502) 897-3194

  • Email: Available via website contact form
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Submission Methods:

  • Mail: 214 Haldeman Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206

  • Fax: (502) 897-3194

  • Email: Available via website contact form
  • Note: Recipients are selected by Kentucky School for the Blind faculty. Contact the foundation for details on nomination procedures.

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    Fields of Work

    disablededucation

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