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Blue Bear Foundation Funding Application

Blue Bear Foundation provides educational assistance, scholarships, and program support to women, veterans, students, and families. Complete the application below to begin the process.

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Complete and submit the online application below. Fields marked with an asterisk are required, and everything else is optional.

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Applicant certification

I affirm that I intend to pursue my education and career goals to create a better future for myself and positively impact my community.

I authorize my educational institution to release academic transcripts and any additional information required to evaluate my application for a Blue Bear Foundation program. I understand that my application will remain confidential and will only be reviewed by authorized individuals involved in the selection process.

I waive my right to review any letters of recommendation submitted on my behalf. I certify that all information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

By typing my name below, I acknowledge that it serves as my electronic signature and confirms my agreement with the statements above.

Signature *

Date *

Applicant information

Last Name *

First Name *

Middle Initial *

Submitter Email *

Home Phone/Cell *

Permanent Address *

Address 2

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Date of Birth *

Age *

Race/Ethnicity: Check one. If you are multiracial, you may select two or more races.

American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Hispanic/Latino Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander Multiracial White/Caucasian

Citizenship (check one) *

I am a U.S. Citizen US National Resident Alien (With Green Card or expecting citizenship)

Military record

Select your branch of service, or "No Military Service" if this section does not apply to you.

Military Record *

Dates of Service — From

Dates of Service — To

Still Serving

Current/Final Rank

Honorable Discharge

No Yes

Dishonorable Discharge

No Yes

If Dishonorably Discharged, please provide an explanation:

School or university

School/University Name *

Address 1 *

Address 2

State *

Zip Code *

Country

Education and activities

Use the suggested format in each box. Add as much detail as you would like.

List High School(s) (or GED info):

List College(s)/Certificate Programs:

List college and high school activities Student government, sports, publications, school-sponsored community service programs, student-faculty committees, arts, music, etc.

List public service and community activities Homeless services, environmental protection/conservation, advocacy activities, work with religious organizations, etc.

List government activities Internships with government agencies, partisan political activities, ROTC/military, municipal boards and commissions.

List part-time and full-time jobs and nongovernment internships since high school graduation.

Financial need

Applicant's Income

$0 – $15,000 / yr $15,000 – $25,000 / yr $25,000 – $35,000 / yr $35,000 – $45,000 / yr

Basic need calculation

Use the following format to provide the information requested.

Budget for tuition, fees, books, supplies

Other Financial Needs

Applicant's scholarships, grants, and other awards

Other Sources of Income

About you

Support System: Please briefly describe your immediate family dynamic. *

Career Goals * List 1 paragraph detailing your greatest achievement so far and 1 paragraph detailing what you believe will be your greatest achievement in the future. Indicate how your studies in accounting/finance relate to the overall achievement of your objectives.

References Please provide two or three references on character and leadership potential.

Fields marked with * are required. Your application is sent directly to the Blue Bear Foundation team, and we will follow up by email.

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If you have questions about eligibility, documentation, or the process, reach out and a member of our team will walk you through it.

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