2021 Scholarship Program Application | Palumbo Family Foundation

PALUMBO FAMILY FOUNDATION

2021 Scholarship Program

Thank you for your interest in the Palumbo Family Foundation scholarship program. The program is open to high school seniors and undergraduates with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Please read through the rules and requirements before starting the application process. If you do not meet any of the rules and requirements you are ineligible for the scholarship program. Understand that exceptions cannot and will not be made to any of the requirements.

The application period for the 2021 scholarship program is January 1 through midnight March 31, 2021. Application submitted after midnight on March 31st will not be accepted.

FAQs

Who is eligible to apply for a Palumbo Family Foundation scholarship?

High school seniors, students with GED diploma, undergraduate (2yr or 4yr) college students, and students at vocational or trade schools who meet the requirements below are eligible.

When can I apply for the current year’s scholarship?

Applications are available January 1st through March 31st.

Are graduate students eligible to apply?

We do not provide funding for students who are pursuing graduated degrees in the upcoming Fall.

Will enroll full time or part time undergraduate...

Will enroll full time or part time undergraduate course work at an accredited 2- or 4-year college, university, vocational, or trade school beginning with the 2021 fall term through the 2022 spring term.

Permanent resident for a minimum of 6 months prior to application...

Permanent resident for a minimum of 6 months prior to application date in Cook, Dupage, Kane, Lake, or Will counties of Illinois.

US Citizen

US Citizen – IF selected as a finalist, proof of citizenship is required,

I am a visa or a permanent resident of the United States, am I eligible to apply?

Only citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

I am in the Naturalization process but have not completed the process, am I eligible to apply?

Only citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or above.

IF selected as a finalist, a complete transcript reflecting a GPA of 3.0 or above is required.

IF selected as a finalist, a 2020 1040 Federal Income Tax Return...

IF selected as a finalist, a 2020 1040 Federal Income Tax Return reflecting an Adjusted Gross Income of $63,000 or less on which the applicant is claimed as a dependent or federal tax exemption is required. Note: An IRS Tax Account Transcript is not the same form as a 1040 Federal Income Tax return and will not meet the requirement.

I have completed the FAFSA documentation. Can I submit this in lieu of a 1040 Federal Income Tax return?

1040 Federal Income Tax return is the only accepted means of income verification. If a 1040 Federal Income Tax return cannot be provided, you are ineligible.

My parent/guardian’s income falls below the level requiring a 1040 Federal Income Tax return to be filed, am I still eligible?

You are not qualified. A 1040 Federal Income Tax return can be filed regardless of the income level.

My parents are divorced, I live with one parent, but the other parent claims me as a dependent every other year. Can I use the parent’s income that I live with, not the parent who claimed me this year?

You can only use the 1040 Federal Income tax return for income that you are claimed as a dependent this year.

How can I maximize my chances of receiving a scholarship?

Here are some steps you can take:

Start your application early and complete on time. The earlier you start the application, the better chance you have of submitting the application before the deadline. You may also have more time to ask us questions not answered below.
Tell us about yourself and use specific details when sharing your extracurricular activities. We do not know anything about you until you share it with us. Specific details can help us grasp who you are. The same can be said about your essay. We do not expect the essay to run too long but make sure your essay helps us learn more about you and your perspectives.
If you are using the same essay for other scholarship application, make sure you have the correct scholarship name in the essay submitted to the Palumbo Family Foundation.
Review your application for grammar and spelling errors.

IF selected as a finalist, two or more references from a teacher, coach,...

IF selected as a finalist, two or more references from a teacher, coach, religious organization, or supervisor of a community service program.

College application references are not acceptable.
References should be on letterhead and addresses to the Palumbo Family Foundation. References dated prior to the finalist notification date will not be accepted.

What is the application process timeline?

Application submittal deadline is midnight, March 31st.

Applicants will be notified by email if selected as a finalist or not selected by April 30th.

Finalist will be provided the deadline date for submitting the required supporting documentation.

Finalist who have met all requirements and are eligible for a scholarship will be scheduled for an interview, on a date to be determined, with the Palumbo Family Foundation board. Generally, interviews are scheduled on predetermined Saturdays during the month of June.

If selected for a scholarship, notification including the award amount will be send by United States Postal Service postdated no later than July 1st.

Funding will be sent directly to the college you will be attending on your behalf by August 31st or payment due date.

IF selected as a scholarship recipient, you consent to have your name...

IF selected as a scholarship recipient, you consent to have your name and photo being used for the Palumbo Family Foundation’s promotional materials including, but not limited to website post, yearly newsletters, and fundraising event programs.

View Rules & Requirements

Online Application

Fill Out Form

Do not forget to upload:

(1) Personal Statement/Essay

(2) Activities/Community Service information

Date*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Name*
Complete First Name Last Name
Phone*
Please include area code
Email*

Provide your personal email address; Academic email addresses will NOT be accepted.
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
County
Date of Birth
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Gender*
- Male
- Female
Current academic status
What college/university/vocational/or trade school are you anticipating on attending?
Name and city of the High School currently attending
What school are you currently attending?
GPA*
Name of school currently attending? List school name and city.*
Estimated Adjusted Gross Income from 1040 Federal Income Tax Form:
Estimated Adjusted Gross Income from 1040 Federal Income Tax Form:*
Guardian Name*
First Last
Guardian Contact Number*
Guardian Marital Status*
Guardian Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
County
By submitting this application, I acknowledge the Palumbo Family Foundation has the sole responsibility for selecting recipients based on criteria as set forth in the program guidelines, and its decisions are final. I acknowledge that once submitted, this application becomes the property of the Palumbo Family Foundation.

By typing your full name to digitally sign your application, you are certifying that you meet the eligible requirements; as stated in a separate document; and the information provided is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant Name*
First Last
Date*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Parent/Guardian Name (digital signature)
Upload Required Essay and Activities Document
Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx.
Required if applicant is claimed as a dependent on the 1040 Federal Income Tax form (.pdf, .doc, .docx)
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I have read the rules and requirements and that the meet the criteria for submitting an application.