Scholarship Application

OMF proudly offers academic scholarships to the sharpest students and encourages them to stay and build rewarding careers in the places they call home. OMF is searching graduating high-school seniors – particularly those interested in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) – who are committed to academic excellence as well as to service in the community. Factors in selection of scholarships include high school grades, coursework and awards, plans to take university coursework and apply in a future career in their native land, history of service in the community, applicant financial need, and letters of recommendation.

I, have read and understand the conditions of the Ohana Matters Internship Application as explained below. I affirm the following:

Upon completing my university studies I hope to pursue a career in Hawaii and/or Las Vegas.
I give permission to officials of my institution to release transcripts of my academic record and other information requested for consideration in the Ohana Matters Scholarship program.
I waive the right to access letters of recommendation written on my behalf.
If selected as an Ohana Matters Scholar, I agree to attend the Ohana Matters Scholar Awards Ceremony, and to return periodically to my high school and community as a mentor to younger students.
I affirm that all of this application is my own work. I affirm the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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List the secondary school from which you graduated or will graduate, and all higher education institutions attended. Include summer, study-abroad, exchange programs and your current institution.

List college and high school activities (student government, sports, publications, school-sponsored community service programs, student-faculty committees, arts, music, etc.). List in descending order of significance.

List public service and community activities (homeless services, environmental protection/conservation, advocacy activities, work with religious organizations, etc.). Do not repeat items listed previously. List in descending order of significance.

List awards, scholarships, publications or other honors you have received. List in descending order of significance.

Families and communities grow stronger because of the willingness and ability of those who care enough to lend guidance to those in need. OMF is seeking to support students transitioning to college who in turn will support younger students, perhaps as a mentor. Describe how you would plan to interact with and develop middle school aged children as a mentor.

Describe your research interests and what you would ideally like to do with your science/technology/engineering/mathematics training in Nevada or Hawaii after graduation from university.

OMF hopes to support those who are committed to helping Nevada & Hawaii build their economies and bring prosperity to all residents. Describe how you see yourself contributing to Nevada or Hawaii after graduation from university.

Please specifiy the combined annual household income earned by your parent(s) or legal guardian(s):
Describe any financial hardships you would like the committee to consider.

Your response to the following questions is optional*:

*Please Note: Some OMF internships target historically disadvantaged groups, and this information will be used solely to help determine eligibility for such awards.