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The thank you process is completed online. The content entered into the form will be printed and included with a copy of your application to be shared with the donor.
Scholarship Acceptance
A thank you form must be completed for each GIPS Foundation scholarship you are offered. This is the second step in the scholarship acceptance process. If a thank you form is not received by the deadline the scholarship will be offered to an alternate.
Content Suggestions
- Write sincerely with an active voice
Example: "Thank you so much for your generosity."
- Mention the scholarship by name
Example: "It is an honor to be chosen for the [scholarship name]."
- Briefly introduce yourself
Example: "My name is [your name] and I plan to attend [college/university] and study [major/minor]." You can include college activities you plan to participate in.
- Demonstrate the impact of the scholarship
Example: Why did you choose to attend your college choice? What do you plan to study? How will this scholarship help you achieve this goal?
- Share your future goals
Example: "Upon completion of my studies I plan to pursue a career in..."
- Personal thank you and closing
Examples: "Thanks again for your gift." "Thanks again. I appreciate the scholarship assistance."
Examples: "Sincerely, [your name]" "Warm regards, [your name]" "Yours truly, [your name]" "With sincere thanks, [your name]"
Questions
Contact Candi Wiemers at cwiemers@gips.org with questions.
Thank You Form
Thank your donor for helping you further your education! We could not offer scholarships without their support.
Form is due by April 3.