Scholarship Criteria
Requirements
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High School Senior involved in at least one of the following sports programs: baseball, basketball, football, softball, or volleyball.
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Currently attending a Missouri High School located within the Greater Kansas City Area
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Intending to enroll in an accredited college, university or technical school
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2.5 GPA or Higher
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Official High School Transcript, including ACT or SAT Scores
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Two Letters of Recommendation
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Complete Scholarship Application
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In addition to the above criteria, a critical financial need is also considered when selecting scholarship recipients
deadline
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Complete applications must be submitted via the online form (or postmarked) no later than March 31st
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There is no need for special mailings
official rules
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The recipient will be notified at their high school's award ceremony or by mail prior to May 31st.
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Submission of an application to the GKCOA Scholarship Fund constitutes permission to use recipient's name and/or likeness for purposes of advertising and trade.
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No transfer of award is permitted.
award
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Each recipient is eligible for an award of up to $500.
application
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Submit the Online Application or download, complete and mail the GKCOA Scholarship ApplicationDownload the GKCOA Scholarship Application
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Completed applications, letters of recommendation and transcript should be mailed to: GKCOA Scholarship Fund, 16657 E 23rd Street #334, Independence, MO 64055
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Applications must be submitted via the online form or postmarked by March 31st.
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Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.