Scholarships For Air Force Enlisted Members Dependent
Children And Air Force Sergeants Association International Auxiliary
Members
The Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) and the
Airmen Memorial Foundation (AMF) joined together to conduct a
scholarship program to financially assist the undergraduate studies of
eligible, dependent children of the Total Air Force which includes Air
Force Active Duty (AFAD), Air National Guard (ANG) , and Air Force
Reserve Command (AFRC) enlisted members in active duty, retired, or
veteran status. Applications are screened and verified for eligibility
prior to submission to the respective selection committee(s). The AFSA
and AFSA International Auxiliary programs have membership requirements,
but there are no association membership requirements for the AMF or
CMSAF programs.
Applications for the upcoming academic year are available between
November 1 and March 31. Completed application packages with all
required documents can be sent to AFSA Headquarters between January 1
and March 31, incomplete packages or packages received after March 31
are ineligible for consideration.
AFSA, AMF (including the CMSAF Scholarship Program), and AFSA
International Auxiliary award scholarships valued from $500 to $3,000 to
students attending an accredited academic institution. The grant amount
and total number of scholarships awarded are dependent upon funds
available. To date, over $1.3 million dollars in scholarships have been
awarded to Air Force dependent children.
In all three scholarship programs (AFSA, AMF and CMSAF), all
contributions are used solely for educational purposes, and there are no
administrative or other fees charged, in accordance with policies
approved by each program's governing body. Each program is totally
dependent on donor support and funds availability determines the number
and amounts to be awarded each year.
The AFSA scholarships are funded by donations from AFSA and AFSA
Auxiliary members, the association's field activities, and memorials.
The AMF scholarships are funded from contributions received through the
annual Combined Federal Campaign (#10517) and other donations. The CMSAF
scholarship program is funded by donations, memorials, and speaking
honorariums.
Scholarships are awarded in each program based on the applicant's
academic record, character, leadership skills, writing ability,
versatility and potential for success. Financial need is not a
consideration.
A committee comprised of Maryland
and/or District of
Columbia university faculty members reviews all
applications. Students are ranked, and recommendations from this
committee are presented to the scholarship selection committees for
final determination. Those chosen to receive a scholarship are notified
by mail. A check is mailed on September 1 to the recipient's school of
choice. The scholarship funds may be used for tuition, fees, room and
board (on or off campus), books, supplies, meals, or transportation. The
top award winner from each program will be requested to furnish a
photograph for publicity purposes.
Individuals who are interested in assisting these deserving students may
make a tax-deductible donation to the AFSA Scholarship Program, the AMF
Scholarship Program or the CMSAF Scholarship Program. Contributions can
be mailed to:
AFSA/CMSAF/AMF
ATTN: Brandon Alsobrooks
Scholastic Program Coordinator Scholarship
Programs
SAF/AMF
Scholarship Programs
5211 Auth Rd,
Suitland, MD 20746
AFSA Scholarship Program
Begun in 1968 with one $1,000 scholarship, the program has developed
into a key source of funding for AFSA and Auxiliary members' children
attending institutions of higher learning. During its 38 years of
giving, AFSA has awarded 480
scholarships to the AFSA
members’ dependents. This has amounted to $650,600 in scholastic
financial aid.
The AFSA Scholarship
Program, open only to dependent youth of AFSA or AFSA Auxiliary members, is funded by
donations from AFSA and
AFSA Auxiliary members and
field activities. AFSA's most
prestigious awards are the Frank C. Fini, Hardy B. Abbott, Claude
Klobus, and James Staton scholarships valued at $2,500 each. Last year
there were five additional memorial scholarships, three valued at
$2,000; Frank W. Garner,
Richard D. Rousher, and Dr. Harry R. Page, and two valued at $1,500; The
Excellence in Miitary Leadership Scholarship and The AFSA Americanism Award. AFSA also awarded three $1,500 academic
excellence scholarships.
(Click HERE for
a list of 2012 Scholarship Recipients)
CMSAF Scholarship Program
The Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force
Scholarship Program (formerly the CMSAF Richard D. Kisling Scholarships)
was created in 1987 upon the death of the third CMSAF "Dick" Kisling. In
1997, following the passing of Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force
(Retired) Andrews and Harlow, the program was renamed.
Recipients are selected from among Air Force (AFAD, ANG, AFRC) enlisted
members (active duty or retired status) dependent youth meeting the
eligibility criteria and participating in the Airmen Memorial Foundation
Scholarship Program.
The CMSAF Scholarships are granted in varying amounts. Funding is
provided from contributions by individual Airmen, officer and enlisted,
donated CMSAF (Retired) speaking honorariums, , and in particular,
Senior NCO Academy, NCO Academies, Airman Leadership Schools, First Term
Airmen Center classes, Air Force Sergeants Association Chapters, Chiefs
and Top Three Groups, and a wide variety of other Air Force enlisted
activities.
One unique aspect of the CMSAF Scholarship Program is the opportunity
for an applicant to submit additional information he/she believes should
be taken into consideration by the selection committee. Examples are:
student disabilities, parent POW/MIA/KIA, extreme financial hardship,
parent disabled and unemployed, or other similar extenuating
circumstances. Applicants simply complete the "Additional Information"
form included in the application.
The fund is governed by a committee appointed by the incumbent Chief
Master Sergeant of the Air Force. CMSAF (Retired) Sam Parish serves as
the CMSAF Scholarship Fund Committee Chairman. Since 1988, the CMSAF
fund has awarded over $250,000 in scholarships.
(Click HERE for
a list of 2012 Scholarship Recipients)
AMF Scholarships
The AMF Scholarship Program awards funds to the
dependent youth of Air Force enlisted personnel who meet the eligibility
criteria. Last year the AMF offered ten $1,000 scholarships, one $2,000
Richard Howard Scholarship as well as five $2,000 Memorial Scholarships
in the names of Sharon Piccoli, and Julene Howard, Sgt. James R. Seal
and the 55 SOS Merit 84 as well as one $1,000 Memorial Scholarship for
Audrey Andrews. The AMF also awarded two $1,500 BMT, three $1,000 United
Services Automobile Association, 12 additional $1,000 academic
excellence scholarsips and six $1,000 scholarships for academic
excellence. Since 1987, the AMF has awarded $421,000 in financial
aid.
The AMF Scholarships are funded by contributions received through the
annual Combined Federal Campaign, the AFSA Parade of Checks, and other
donations. The AMF is CFC charity number 2102 in the annual campaign.
Donations to the AMF Scholarship Program may also be made by sending a
check to:
AMF Scholarship Program
5211 Auth
Rd,
Suitland, MD 20746
The Foundation also administers the Chief Master Sergeants of the Air
Force (CMSAF) Scholarship Program as a community service.
Those interested in applying for any one of these scholarships can find
more information by clicking on the Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
and Scholarship Application links. One application is used for all three
programs.
(Click HERE for
a list of 2012 Scholarship Recipients)
AFSA International Auxiliary Education Grant (AEG) Program
The Air Force Sergeants Association International
Auxiliary conducts a program to financially help AFSA Auxiliary members
with a valid need of assistance to enhance their income potential
through formal education and/or training. The AEG program is designed
for AFSA Auxiliary members to obtain effective education and/or training
to acquire improved marketable skills. Since 1990, the AFSA Auxiliary
has awarded grants and scholarships totaling over $117,000.
Grants are awarded based upon available funds, but will not exceed
$2,000 per person. Grant funds will be mailed to the applicant's
school/educational institution with instructions for use. The monies may
be used for tuition, fees, books and supplies, child care, meals and
transportation in commuting to and from school. The funds are not
transferable from one school to another at any time during the semester
or term.
For additional information click on to the AFSA Auxiliary Education
Grant Eligibility Requirements or AFSA Auxiliary Education Grant
Application link.
Eligibility requirements for the AFSA International Auxiliary
Education Grant (AEG) Program are as follows:
- Applicants must have been an AFSA Auxiliary member for at least one
year at the time application is submitted and must continue as a member
for two additional years after award is presented.
- Must be 19 years of age or older.
- The applicant must be able to demonstrate a financial need for
assistance.
- Applicant must be accepted to an accredited institution.
- At the conclusion of the course, class or program, the applicant
must receive a certificate, diploma or degree.
- The applicant must show that s/he is acquiring or enhancing
marketable skills that will increase his or her economic security.
At the conclusion of all studies, the applicant must enter into or
rejoin the work force.
Instructions For Completing The
AFSA/CMSAF/AMF Scholarship Application
1. Complete sections A-H of scholarship application.
2. Sign and date application upon
completion. DO NOT forget to include the last four numbers
of your social security number (SSN) or your collegiate identification
number; otherwise funds cannot be processed to the school.
3. Obtain a copy of proof of sponsor’s
military status by enclosing ONE of the following (copy of DD 214, copy
of his/her current ID card, copy of your current ID card, copy of
his/her discharge papers). Include it with the application
package. Do NOT send original documents because documents submitted will
not be returned.Make sure you blackout the social security number on
your sponsor’s military identification cards.
4. If applying as a high school graduate,
include a valid record of your combined SAT I or ACT scores. This
must be recorded on an official school transcript or sent directly from
the testing facility. (Use #0500 for the SAT I test or #1763 for the ACT
test in the “Additional Report Request” on the ETS
Form.)
5. High school graduates and college transfer
students must include a copy of the letter of acceptance to the college
of their choice.
6. All applicants must include an official
transcript of their grades. High school graduates must include all
grades from 9th-12th grades. College students must include cumulative
record(s) of grades while attending an undergraduate program. If
applicant has transferred schools, transcript(s) from previous school(s)
MUST be included. The unweighted (4.0 scale) cumulative GPA must be 3.5
or higher.
NOTE: If your school uses a weighted GPA scale
it is the applicants responsibility to have the weighted GPA converted
to a 4.0 unweighted GPA. Packets received with a
weighted GPA will not be eligible.
7. All applicants must include a letter of
recommendation. If the applicant is a high school graduate, the letter
must be written by the school’s principal or a high school
counselor. If the applicant is currently a college student, the letter
must be written by a college professor, or if the applicant is a first
year college student, the letter may be written by the applicant’s
high school principal. The letter must be on official school stationary
with an ORIGINAL signature.
8. The applicants must include a double-spaced,
typed paragraph stating their life objectives, answering the question,
“What do you plan to do with the education you receive?”
9. The applicant must include a typed,
double-spaced on-page essay stating their opinion in answer to the
question, “What is the most urgent problem facing society
today?”
10. Include in the application package, a
typed, double-spaced two-page essay about a current, controversial
issue.
11. If applicable, include a completed
“Additional Information” page, citing exceptional need for a
scholarship.
12. Include two self-addressed, stamped, blank
postcards. One will be sent to the applicant acknowledging receipt of
package; the other will be sent notifying the applicant of
non-selection. Persons selected for scholarships will be notified
by mail and will be listed in the AFSA SERGEANTS magazine.
You must
sign these instructions and attach it to
your application. You can download these instructions and
the required application (see below). AFTER JANUARY 1, mail the
completed scholarship application package and all required materials
to:
AFSA/CMSAF/AMF Scholarship Program
ATTN: Brandon Alsobrooks
Scholastic Program Coordinator Scholarship
Programs
5211
Auth Road
Suitland, Maryland
20746
14. The completed application package must reach AFSA
Headquarters no later than March 31, for the coming academic year.
15. If you have questions regarding the program or
application process call AFSA Headquarters at 301 899-3500 Ext. 230 or
1-800-638-0594 Ext. 230.
Click HERE to download these instructions.
Click HERE
to download the application.
Current as of: 11/29/2011
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