FOBSE College Scholarship Program

Geographic Scope: Big Sky Community, Montana

FOBSE sponsors a college scholarship program for students graduating from Lone Peak High School and enrolling in an accredited post-secondary institution. The program promotes "A Culture of Scholarship" in the Big Sky Community.

Key Information

• Program Start: 2015
• Total Awarded: Nearly $900,000 to over 200 students
• Recent Annual Funding: More than $100,000 in scholarship funds raised for graduating classes
• Eligibility: Students graduating from Lone Peak High School and enrolling in an accredited post-secondary institution

Selection Process

Scholarships are awarded by a committee of school staff and community members who do not have family among the current graduating class.

Donor/Donor-Established Scholarships

Donors can establish named scholarships with the following benefits:

• May name the scholarship (memorial testaments, company names, special recognitions)
• May designate specific award criteria
• Can use FOBSE's 501(c)(3) status for tax deductions
• Can determine annually their continued support
• Control public recognition of donation
• Receive technical assistance from FOBSE

Contact Information

Address: FOBSE, 45465 Gallatin Road, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730

Application Process

No specific application details provided on the website. To establish a scholarship or apply:

1. For student applications: See the most recent Lone Peak High Scholarship Booklet for application requirements and deadlines

Contribution Methods

Donors can contribute to FOBSE scholarship programs through:

1. By Check
   • Write "FOBSE" on the addressee line
   • Write the project name on the memo line
2. By Mail
   • Address: FOBSE, 45465 Gallatin Road, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
3. Transfer of Securities