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C.R.E.A.T.E. APPLICATION

Application Deadline: October 29, 2020

The core commitment of United Planning Organization (UPO) is to unite people with opportunities in order to create thriving and self-sufficient residents. UPO began sponsorship of its annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Breakfast in 1987 as a means for the Washington, DC community to join together around the ideals advanced by Dr. King. In 1990, with those priorities in mind, UPO began awarding college scholarships that are financed with proceeds from the Breakfast. The scholarship is named in honor of the late Mr. Joseph A. Beavers, a longtime UPO Board member and legendary District of Columbia labor leader.

Annually, five (5) Joseph A. Beavers Scholarships are given to ambitious students who aspire to advance their lives through the pursuit of post-secondary education. These scholars have strong academic performance, demonstrate leadership and service, and champion the UPO vision of a thriving community. Scholarship recipients persevere through adversity and recognize the value of higher education as a vehicle to achieving long-term success.

Beavers’ alumni are among the District’s best and brightest students, representing the nation’s capital at renowned and prestigious universities. Recipients of the Beavers Scholarship have attended Georgetown University, Stanford University, the University of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, Norfolk State University, the University of Delaware, George Washington University, the University of Oklahoma, Florida A&M University, Kansas University, Morehouse College, Spellman College, Emory University, Temple University, and New York University.

2020 represents a significant milestone for the Beavers Scholarship; this year, UPO will have awarded $1,000,000 to nearly 200 local youth.

2020 Income Eligibility Guidelines

UPO is required to verify the income eligibility and DC residency of all scholarship applicants. Staff must document that recipients have a household income that is equal to or below 125% of the applicable federal poverty level for the current fiscal year (2020) and also that the recipient is a resident of Washington, DC. 2020 poverty levels from the US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) are provided below. Applicants should note that the information provided on this form is solely for the purpose of determining whether applicants are eligible for this scholarship and will be kept confidential by UPO. The eligibility form must be filled out in its entirety and be accompanied by the corresponding documentation in order to be deemed complete. Failure to do so will result in the application being withdrawn from consideration.
Service Provider:

Youth Services Division UPO/Joseph A. Beavers Scholarship Application
1649 Good Hope Road, SE
Washington, DC 20020
Applicant Contact Information
*applicant refers to "student"
Applicant Name:*
First Middle Last
Date of Birth:*
Address:*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Main Phone Number:
Other Phone Number:
Email:
Name of High School:*
(Currently Attending)
Total Number in Family Including Yourself:

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Select One and Indicate Amount:
A family may be a single individual. For families of more than one individual, the definition of “family” means all persons living in the same household who are: (1) supported by the income of the spouse, parent(s) or guardian(s) and (2) related to the spouse, parent(s) or guardian(s) by blood, marriage, or adoption.
Weekly Income:
Bi-Weekly Income:
Semi-Monthly Income:
Monthly Income:
Annual Family Income Verification Documents (check all that apply)
Tax Return
TANF
Child Support
Alimony
Social Security
Supplemental Security Income
Military Family Allotments
Training Stipends
Pension/Retirement
No Income
Other
Explain Other:
Income Documents and Proof of DC residency:

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Initial Below:
Required: (initial one of the following)
(A) I have provided the supporting documents to certify that I am eligible to receive CSBG services.
(B) I have not provided the supporting documents, but by initialing and signing this document, I certify that my income and my family income meets the criteria to qualify for CSBG services.
Certification of Zero Income
I hereby certify that neither I nor my family receive(s) income from any of the following sources:

Wages from employment (including commission, tips, bonuses, fees, etc.);

Social Security payments, annuities, insurance policies, retirement funds, pension or death benefits;

Allowances such as alimony, child support or money received from person not living in my family;

Sales from self-employment resources (Avon, Mary Kay, Shaklee, etc.);

Income from operation of business;

Rental income from real estate or property;

Interest or dividends from assets;

Unemployment of disability payments;

Public assistance payments; or

Any other source not named above.

(C) I have not provided supporting documents because my income and my family income is zero.
Customer information: You must initial on the appropriate line above to indicate that you have provided documentation, have income and are unable to provide supporting documents to verify income eligibility and that your family income falls within the poverty guidelines or, that you have zero income. Additionally, you must sign the form. Note that the information provided on this form is solely for the purpose of determining whether you or your family are eligible for this program and will be kept confidential by UPO and/or its service providers.
Income Documents and Proof of DC residency, if not submitted on previous page:

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Applicant Signature:*
Date

Parent Signature:*
Date

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The Beavers Scholarship was established in 1990 to help subsidize the cost of post-secondary education for local DC students intent on earning a college degree

Eligible candidates must be a high school senior attending a DC public school, a DC public charter school, or a DC private school.

Eligible candidates must demonstrate academic excellence, a commitment to community service, and financial need

Annual award of $2,500 for four years, totaling $10,000

Recipients will be provided with internship opportunities and access to additional scholarship information

Applications must be submitted no later than October 29, 2020

Scholarship finalists must be available for an in-person interview

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Candidates must be a current senior attending a DC public school, a DC public charter school, a DC private school, or have earned a G.E.D. within the past year

Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Candidates must demonstrate financial need and a commitment to community service

Candidates must enroll fulltime in an accredited 2-year or 4-year university in the United States within six (6) months of earning their high school diploma

SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS

Paystubs within 60 days

Most recent federal tax return, W-2 forms and related schedules, SNAP or TANF documentation, proof of SSI, etc. can be submitted as proof of income

An unofficial copy of the applicant’s high school transcript or most recent report card with a clear indication of cumulative G.P.A.

Two (2) letters of recommendation from a high school counselor, teacher, or administrator

Copy of valid school issued ID or valid Parent’s DC ID with home address listed.

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Tell us about your plans for college. (i.e., Where are you considering applying?)
In what field do you plan to major in college?
What has inspired you to choose this career path?
Resume:
Please upload your resume, unofficial copy of high school transcript or most recent report card with current cumulative G.P.A.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE
Organization Activity, Your Role and Duties From (mm/yy) To (mm/yy)

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/EMPLOYMENT
Organization Activity, Your Role and Duties From (mm/yy) To (mm/yy)

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RECOGNITION/AWARDS
Organization Activity, Your Role and Duties From (mm/yy) To (mm/yy)

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ESSAY REQUIREMENTS
Please submit a typed double-spaced, 750 word essay (12 pt. Times New Roman font) for each topic listed below (two essays total). Points are awarded based on content, development, organization, grammar, spelling, syntax and style. Please remember to: Provide a cover page for each essay Include your name on the top right corner of each page Include essays as part of your application package (do not send separately) Include page numbers at the bottom of each page
WRITING TOPICS
TOPIC #1:
Self Portrait - Describe yourself and explain how your family, community and personal experiences have helped to shape you. How have they influenced your goals for the future?
TOPIC #2:
Community Service – Describe what the word community means to you. How would you help to change your community for the better?

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Please have your recommenders fill these forms out and upload the scans here.

Recomender Form #1

Recomender Form #2
2 Completed Recommender Forms:

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I Certify
I certify that all information given in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Misrepresentations in any statement will be considered adequate grounds for denying the application.
Applicant Signature:*
Date*

Joseph A. Beavers Scholarship APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Please use this checklist to assist you in making sure the information on this application is complete and check the box as you complete each step in the application process. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please email questions to upobeavers@upo.org

I have enclosed the following documents:
Completed Joseph A. Beavers Scholarship application which includes: Student Information, Family Information, Community Service Information, Awards and Extra Activities Information
Completed Formal Student Essays
Completed Recommendation Forms – two letters or recommendation are required and should not be older than 60 days (The envelopes must be sealed with the recommenders signature signed across the seal)
Income information as indicated on the CSBG eligibility form (only one form of documentation is necessary)
Unofficial copy of high school transcript or most recent report card with current cumulative G.P.A.
Proof of DC residency

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C.R.E.A.T.E. APPLICATION

Application Deadline: October 29, 2020

2020 represents a significant milestone for the Beavers Scholarship; this year, UPO will have awarded $1,000,000 to nearly 200 local youth.

2020 Income Eligibility Guidelines

Service Provider:

Youth Services Division UPO/Joseph A. Beavers Scholarship Application 1649 Good Hope Road, SE Washington, DC 20020

*applicant refers to "student"

Select One and Indicate Amount:

Initial Below:

Certification of Zero Income

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Beavers Scholarship was established in 1990 to help subsidize the cost of post-secondary education for local DC students intent on earning a college degree

Eligible candidates must be a high school senior attending a DC public school, a DC public charter school, or a DC private school.

Eligible candidates must demonstrate academic excellence, a commitment to community service, and financial need

Annual award of $2,500 for four years, totaling $10,000

Recipients will be provided with internship opportunities and access to additional scholarship information

Applications must be submitted no later than October 29, 2020

Scholarship finalists must be available for an in-person interview

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Candidates must be a current senior attending a DC public school, a DC public charter school, a DC private school, or have earned a G.E.D. within the past year

Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Candidates must demonstrate financial need and a commitment to community service

Candidates must enroll fulltime in an accredited 2-year or 4-year university in the United States within six (6) months of earning their high school diploma

SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS

Paystubs within 60 days

Most recent federal tax return, W-2 forms and related schedules, SNAP or TANF documentation, proof of SSI, etc. can be submitted as proof of income

An unofficial copy of the applicant’s high school transcript or most recent report card with a clear indication of cumulative G.P.A.

Two (2) letters of recommendation from a high school counselor, teacher, or administrator

Copy of valid school issued ID or valid Parent’s DC ID with home address listed.

ESSAY REQUIREMENTS

WRITING TOPICS

I Certify

Joseph A. Beavers Scholarship APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Please use this checklist to assist you in making sure the information on this application is complete and check the box as you complete each step in the application process. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please email questions to upobeavers@upo.org

Youth Services Division UPO/Joseph A. Beavers Scholarship Application
1649 Good Hope Road, SE
Washington, DC 20020