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TFG Scholarship

Scholarship Application

Each year, The Fostered Gift awards two Fostered Start scholarships to graduating Tipton County youth who are currently in foster care. This scholarship also includes assistance with household items the student may need to get started on their own.

Please complete all sections and either submit electronically or print and email to [email protected]. Applications close on February 15, 2026.

Click here for a printable version of the application.

Scholarship Application

This scholarship is available for any senior graduating from a Tipton County public or private school, HiSET program, or homeschool setting and who is currently in foster care. All information will remain confidential and is treated with the utmost respect. Deadline for scholarship is February 15th.

Your Information

Name

First

Last

Date of Birth

Age

Your Phone Number

Your Email

Current Street Address

City

State

Zip

Foster Parent-Guardian Name

Foster Parent-Guardian Phone Number

Foster Parent-Guardian Email

Case Worker Name

Case Worker Phone Number

Current School

Graduation Date

Your Story

1). Tell us about your current living situation and about your experience in foster care.

2). Tell us about your plans after graduation. Do you have a career field or college plan?

3). If you are awarded the TFG scholarship, how will you use the money?

4). What is the most important thing that your experience in foster care has taught you?

5). What do you think is your greatest strength? How do you use that strength to succeed?

6). What do you think is your greatest struggle? How do you overcome these obstacles?

7). Who has been your role model and why?

8). What personal achievement are you most proud of?

9). What items or things do you wish you had for yourself or your place as you head out on your own? What would be on your wish list?

References

Please provide the name of one person who can give a letter of recommendation on your behalf. Letters of recommendation can be emailed to [email protected]. Your application will not be complete until we receive your letter of recommendation.

Reference Name

Reference Phone

Reference Email

Please sign below granting The Fostered Gift permission to speak with your caseworker, references, and other professionals or caregivers that can confirm the information you have provided.

Signature

Date

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