The Snyder Family Foundation
Scholarship Application

One $1,000 Scholarship for a Bellevue High School Graduating Senior - Spring 2025
(Bellevue, OH)

Application

  1. DEADLINE to submit scholarship applications is Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 8:00pm EDT.

  2. Refer to the criteria below for eligibility requirements.

  3. Refer to the process below for a list of all supporting documentation required (i.e. letter(s) of recommendation, evidence of GPA, etc).

  4. If any question does not apply to you, please put N/A in the space.

  5. Illegible applications or supporting documentation will not be considered and will be returned to you.

  6. You will be notified by USPS mail and e-mail in May 2025 regarding any scholarship award.

  7. Scholarship funds will only be awarded to the student’s college or university account upon evidence of registration in an accredited post-secondary institution.

  8. If you have any questions about the application, please contact The Snyder Family Foundation at scholarships@thesnyderff.com.

Criteria

  1. Applicant must be a Bellevue High School student graduating in Spring 2025.

  2. Recipient must be entering a program working towards a Bachelor’s Degree.

  3. Recipient must be accepted to a four-year post-secondary institution.

Process

Applicant must submit the following items (please gather before beginning the full application):

  1. Completed application form.

  2. Provide a copy of driver’s license or other State-Issued ID (copies of both front and back).

  3. An official and recent high school transcript with cumulative grade point average and a class standing/rank.

  4. One letter of recommendation written, signed, and emailed by a faculty member, advisor, counselor, or administrator who is not related to you, the applicant. Letters of recommendation sent by the applicant will not be accepted. All must be in original form (e.g. scan of the original letter) and must be signed and addressed to The Snyder Family Foundation at scholarships@thesnyderff.com.

  5. Include a personal statement, not to exceed 1,500 words, indicating your interest in and commitment to advancing your field of study, what you have done to earn this award, how your chosen college program will help you achieve your goals, and what effect this award would have on your future.

Required Documentation

The following items must be submitted via email attachment to scholarships@thesnyderff.com in order for the application to qualify for review and consideration. (No exceptions.) You must confirm below your understanding of this requirement (see “Confirmation”).

  • Copy of Driver’s License or State-Issued ID.

  • Most recent official high school transcript.

  • One (1) letter of reference. To be emailed only as instructed above.

  • Personal Statement.

  • If you receive a notification of award, proof of college acceptance. A letter of college acceptance is required for receipt of funds.

Agreement & Terms of Scholarship Application

I understand that The Snyder Family Foundation (“TSFF”) may request additional information, including a personal interview, to make a decision on my application. I agree that if this application is accepted and I receive a scholarship award, I will be bound by the terms and conditions of the award.

I consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote The Snyder Family Foundation’s scholarship program.

I understand that scholarship funds may only be applied to offset financial obligations that I have incurred or reasonably expect to incur for tuition, room and board, and other educational expenses during the academic year. I further understand that if I receive a scholarship and accept the award, a check for my tuition, room and board (if applicable) will be paid directly to the college or university. I understand that I must submit documentation of other educational expenses, which, upon approval, will be reimbursed directly to me. I further understand that I am responsible for any tax liability incurred because of this award.

I give permission to officials of my institution to release transcripts of my academic record and other information requested for consideration in this TSFF program. I understand that this application will be available only to qualified people who need to see it in the course of their duties. I waive the right to access letters of recommendation written on my behalf.

I certify that the statements that I have provided on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and are given for obtaining a scholarship from TSFF. I authorize TSFF to verify the statements contained herein and I understand that all personal information contained on this application will be held in confidence by TSFF.

Consent to these Terms & Agreements is given below under “Acknowledgment & Acceptance to Agreement & Terms of Scholarship Application.”

For questions or additional information, please contact scholarships@thesnyderff.com.

 

BHS Scholarship Application